Big block in a Cruiser

[TrucksChixnbeer]

What do u guys have for motors? my dad was wondering if a big block would fit under the hood of a cruiser.... and what it takes to make one fit.

Thanks :beer:

[toy4fun100]

what Cruiser? fj40, 45, 55, 60, 80, or 100? I'm sure that it has been done in a FJ40 FJ45 and FJ62 but don't know about the rest. But any thing is possible :yes:

[TrucksChixnbeer]

Probally a 40

[toy4fun100]

I don't think that it would be much diffrent then putting in a SBC but if you look around the web I'm sure you can find a lot of useful info. Just do a search, here is one to get you started.
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=307361&highlight=block

[V-DAWG]

My guess is it will fit no problem. There may be some issues with the steering shaft, and the headers would probably have to be on the outside of the frame.

I had some headers that were on the outside of the frame on my 40 with a small block 350, and I hated it. I had dual exhuast running out before the rear tires, and although it looked good, it broke every time I went out. I had to continually re-weld the exhaust until it couldn't be welded any more. I now have stock exhaust manifolds, and a 3" single exhaust that is tucked out of harms way.

I would not run the stock tranny or case if I was going to put in a big block. The cost gets too high, especially when you could just pull the motor, tranny, and case from a GM vehicle, and be good to go. Just my 2 cents...

[Brian Passey]

Yup...Ive seen enough, It will fit, But like was mentioned steering is an issue, Another big problem is over heating, You will most certainly need a different tranny.
Good luck :beer:

[TrucksChixnbeer]

Thanks guys, i can hear the wheels turning in the ol mans head already lol

:Rockonman