general v8 question

[srv1]

Originally posted by PKRWUD
You might find the labor as cheap as srv1 suggested, but don't count on it. I don't know anyone that would even consider it for less than $1500. Swapping out an entire driveline with an entirely different one is not an easy job. Don't get me wrong, you may very well find someone that will do it for $800, but plan on spending $1500. At least. That way you won't be stuck with all your parts, and not enough to get the work done if the cost is higher.

Take care,
~Chris

well no offense Chris, but how hard is it to swap out a whole driveline in a 1970 vehicle? simple as pie!(assuming this isnt northern vehicle with RUST!) The hardest part would be the front brackets for the accesories for the motor. all electrical, fuel, and suspension is all basic. now if we were talking about a late model Fox 4cyl-8cyl Fuel Injection swap, then that would be alot of money to do. my figures were not low, they were average. heck, i would charge him $800 to do everything. as long as he brings ALL the parts, all i have is labor. Also you got to remember i am not on flat rate when i do it. i do it at my pace at my convience. if i was flat rate, your figure would be correct. i assume this is bolt out, bolt in procedure with some minor modifications. what i dont guarantee in that labor time is tuning of the driveline. that would be additional.

BTW, did you ever get the clutch working right?