Modern engine mods in a 64 Impala

I ran across a question on justanswer from a guy who wants to put an LS1 engine in his 67 Camaro and he was asking what kind of modifications he would need to do. Well, I filled him in. Hopefully that didn’t scare him too much. It sounds like an interesting project.

So now I started thinking about this and my own unfinished 64 Impala. I have a 4 bolt 350 and a pair of 462 Corvette heads I was going to use but since I haven’t started yet, I don’t have much to keep me from changing my mind. I could always put that motor in my 86 GMC Classic.

I checked out the blurb on Wikipedia about the LS series engines, otherwise known as Vortec. They are a seriously powerful motor based on the small block but completely redesigned to allow for increased cylinder head breathing and meeting the emissions standards. I’m no tree hugger but I might be inclined to do my part with my 64 Impala, and get modern perfomance to boot.

I’m still a couple of years away from planning on mounting such a beast on my frame. I would have to stalk the local auctions because I would really need the entire car so I can get the all important wiring harnesses, hardware and electronics. The neighbors are going to love this…a junker in my driveway.

Some of you who are classic car purists might think this is unethical, or immoral. I used to feel that way too, but sometimes a unique twist on a muscle car restoration could start a hot trend. Let me know what you think.

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