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able to fit 454 in a 72 nova?


im4abj
11-21-2004, 05:50 PM
i'm buying a new engine and alot of people say get a 454 bb and i want to but i dont know if it'll fit... any1 know if it'll fit without cutting the fire wall?

Robs71Nova
11-22-2004, 10:34 PM
Read my response here:

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=2492149


Rob

im4abj
11-23-2004, 07:13 PM
how does it run in ur nova? so i know what to expect

Robs71Nova
11-23-2004, 10:17 PM
What do you mean by run? Do you mean like power wise? You really couldn't compare my 454 to the 454 you will be ordering because mine has ALOT of work done to it that a crate motor wouldn't have.

Rob

PS. My AIM name is Pimpin71Nova If you have any questions and I happen to be online, don't hesitate to ask.

DXJ
11-23-2004, 10:28 PM
My brother put a box stock 454 in his '73. Traction is his big problem.

Profish00
11-29-2004, 11:06 AM
I have 427 in mine

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