Is this worth it? 1974 440

71 Scamp - Thankyou for your straight answere. I am not to far from you. We should meet up this summer.


I bought the 78 440. I am going to clean it up and paint it this weekend. Throw on a new (not motorhome) water pump and a few new seals and gaskets since I have it out.

I am all for more power in the long run but as I sit currently my goal is to get the car converted and driving properly. (torsion/sway bars and brakes) Once I have accomplished that I will start collecting some more performance pieces. Cam / Intake carb possibly new pistons.

I want the grunt of a big block but I am very much a "cruiser" in the sence that I acually like the smooth quiet feel of a stock big block. This car is not my daily driver but I do drive my projects year round.

Question;

I have a stock oil pan off my 68 383 out of a C-body. Will this bolt up to the 440 and work in my Valiant with no steering problems?

Thanks again Everyone for the help