230 vs 265

[wilmot andy]

I called an old car junkyard here in Wis., asked them if they had an OD trannsmission. The guy on the phone said yes, out of a 55 plymouth, $300! Called back 5 minutes later to say I'd take it, talked to a different guy who was the 1st guys son. He said his dad was forgetful, and didn't know what he was talking about, they sold it years ago. Anyway, I asked them if they had any other flatheads for parts, and they have a 265 chrysler engine for $250. Looking up the parts, they should be about the same as rebuilding my 230. How much are we talking about for HP difference, would it be worth it? I would probably go with the wilcap adaptor and T5 behind it, and 3.55 rear. Otherwise I would stick with the 230 and same combo. I'm thinking only cost difference would be the initial $250.

[Plymouthy Adams]

if you are set up for the long block 6..sounds very much like a good deal..if you are not set up for the longer block..then modifications to the frame will be needed and other items of concern..radiator, fan..etc etc..

[Christopher]

what car? if its a p15, its not too much. I took 2 in out of the front cross member, [for the pulley fit, and re drilled the motor mount holes, turned the radiator bracket around .I have not got the front sheet metal on yet. but it was a common practice to do this swap years ago. Don Coatney, did it also with minor fit pronblems ,if I recall correctly. Now. if its a 49 or later you may have some shroud type sheet metal to contend with..I put a 251 in My p15. I believe the power difference is considerable. just driving around the yard very noticeable torque difference.Thats all I have to say about that...Christopher... from the high and snowy lonesome....

[claybill]

hey,,,where is that junk yard in wisc? lake mills area.?

thought i'd take a trip up to waupun next week..any more old yards to recommend..

claybill,

galena/wisc.

[Reg Evans]

Here's a comparison.

53 Chrysler 265 is rated at 119hp at 3600rpm and 218 lbs torque at 1600rpm

53 Dodge 230 is rated at 103 at 3600rpm and 190 lbs of torque at 1200rpm

[wilmot andy]

It would go in a 49 Dodge Wayfarer. The junkyard is Jacks Auto Ranch in Watertown. Never been there, heard it was big. Would like to find others close by.

[claybill]

i thoughtit was JACKS. never been there either and its only a hour or 2 away...kinda between milwaukee and madison.

bill