1966 chevrolet chevelle 300 LSX swap conversion
1966 Chevrolet Chevelle base 300
One of a kind 1966 Chevelle 300. Car was a frame off restoration in 2009 from previous owner.
I Purchased it in 2018 and re-did / rebuilt suspension withtubular upper and lower front control arms and bushings, LSX 440 ciengine, 6 speed magnum T56 transmission, GM 12 bolt rear-end, interior, rugs, door panels, 4 wheel disc Wilwood brake system and Hydratech/ Hydraboost and stainless steel brake lines and much more see list below.
This is my personal car, NOT a muscle car in a warehouse type auction place.
It’s purpose built with a beast of an engine- 440 LSX, no expense spared in the build- all of the best parts. Drive anywhere. 750 HP. Driven 2500 miles since build.
•Engine is a LSX forged 440 cu in- SHP Dart LS block, Mahle Pistons, Lunati rods, Comp Cam special grind .675 lift.ARP bolts.(Actual grind numbers will be given to interested parties).
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•GM Performance LS7/LSX manifold ported and head matched bySpeier Racing Heads.
•Special LS7 heads obtained from Cadillac Racing Division, completely redone and ported by Speier Racing Heads, best out there. (Flow #’s will be given to interested parties).callfive- 1 six- 3 five 3- seven 7 one three
11:55 compression ratio Pump gas friendly. Built by the Vette Doctors, Amityville, New York.
•1050 cfm custom build race Carb from APD Advanced Product Design in Ohio.
• MSD LS series 6014 Ignition controller
•American Powertrain Magnum T56 - 6 speed transmission,
Wide Ratio:2.97, 2.10, 1.46, 1.00, 0.74, 0.50.
Features of the tranny: Can handle up to 700 lb-ft of torque, With a capability of handling up to 7,800 RPM shifts.
•QuickTime LS to Magnum T56 Bell Housing 8020.
•McLeod RXT clutch packageStreet twin clutch kit is able to handle 1000hp, and remain street-able. Ceramic lined clutch discs, soft pedal effort, this clutch is perfect for the person that wants the best of both worlds.
•McLeod1300 Series Hydraulic throw out bearing.
•Hooker Black Jack Coated 1-7/8 headers with matching Hooker mufflers and full exhaust kit as one unit.
•G-Force Crossmember, LS swap lightweight
•Wilwood disc brakes all around with Hydratech / Hydra-boost assist.
•Aluminum Radiator and Electronic auto fans.
•Custom 3 inch aluminum driveshaft.
•Chevy 12 bolt rear with 4.10 gears.
•CPP tubular upper and lower front control arms with Moroso front drag springs.
•Viking double adjustable front shocks.
•Borgeson Quick ratio 12.7:1steering box.
•Umi performance drive shaft safety loop.
•Holley Black fuel pump and Holley fuel pressure regulator. All Push-lock 3/8" high pressure lines and fittings run from front to back.
•Umi Performance double adjustable upper and lower rear control arms.
•UmiPerformance1 inch drop spring in rear.
•Umi performance 1-3/8 tubular body mount Drag Sway Bar. Plants the tires.•Calvert’s CR Series 9-Way Adjustable twin tube rear shocks.
•Tanks Inc. fuel tank with new sender
•AEM air fuel ratio gauge for optimal tuning.
•Sport comp gauges under dash
•Mooneyes tach on the column.
•Mickey Thompson 275/60/15 “R” series Drag Radials in rear.
•Firestones Silvertown tires 6.4 x 15 skinny’s up front on 3.5 wide old school Cragars.
I'm sureI'm leaving some stuff out so call me if you have any questions or want additional photos.
Rich
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link to a you tube video to hear car
https://youtube.com/shorts/OfYLEfhYEzI?si=HUoniILSoTkvDFuv
- Make: Chevrolet
- Model: Chevelle
- Type: Coupe
- Trim: base 300
- Doors: 2
- Year: 1966
- Mileage: 2500
- VIN: 132116K139816
- Color: mist blue
- Engine size: 440 LSX
- Number of cylinders: 8
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Manual
- Drive type: RWD
- Interior color: Teal
- Drive side: Left-Hand Drive
- Safety options: 4 wheel disc brakes/ hydraboost
- Vehicle Title: Clean Want to buy? Contact seller!