Thanks guys …..
I have definately decided to go with the V8….I dont mind doing the work for the V8. Sheetmetal work on the firewall and trans isnt really a major issue with me, nor is making this look exactly like a tiger. Engine mounts can be fabricated and welded and I am already looking at solid mounts. Trans mount can also be fabricated. I have done a lot of fabrication in the past and engine swaps on other vehicles. With the steering on the Alpine and the rear end I just want to avoid costly mistakes others have made. Jim I appretiate the info on the 8 inch rear end…I gather it is an easier swap but is closer to the appropriate width than the 8.8? Is there a common doner car people are using for the 8 inch? Eric…..I am from Pike county which is about 20 miles south of Griffin…about half way beween Atlanta or Macon; and thanks….it is a bit hairy over here at times. I live in the “red zone” of baghdad, which is out of the military control. The bad guys tried to blow us up in March with a garbage truck loaded with explosives….there were some injuries but they only succeded in killing themselves and 2 guards from the building next door. We are moving forward slowly but it is a long process here….Will be home in a little over 3 months.
Thanks again guys
Keith