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  1. #1

    Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    May have the opportunity to get a nice set of 3208 running take outside. Anyone seen these in a 34' Hatt? I am ok with raising the engine hatches.... I may have to act quick to get the deal on these so any input is greatly appreciated.

  2. #2

    Re: Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    They should, but it's tight. Are they turbos? That would complicate things.
    --- The poster formerly known as Scrod ---

    I want to live in Theory, everything works there.

    1970 36C375

  3. #3

    Re: Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    I think Avenger meant to say TIGHT!!

    Just saying.
    GLORY Hull # 365
    Northport, NY

  4. #4

    Re: Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    Yes, that's what I meant. Thank you.
    --- The poster formerly known as Scrod ---

    I want to live in Theory, everything works there.

    1970 36C375

  5. #5

    Re: Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    Thanks for the quick response. Yes they are turbos. What way are they tight?

  6. #6

    Re: Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    Seen them in a 67 which has tiny bit more vertical height but they were shoehorned in. But that really doesn’t matter much as these are 100% devices with hatches opened. Just make the inner main hatch supports removable.

  7. #7

    Re: Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    My iPhone can’t correct previous post. Meant to say serviced, not devices.

    Gawd I hate spellcheck changing wording!

  8. #8

    Re: Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    The problem is getting them under the deck at the front of the engine. a down angle gear helps. Check the heat exchanger tanks and oil pans. both are stamped steel and subject to corrosion.

  9. #9

    Re: Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    3208s are good engines, but they are a BIG item to stuff into a 34 Hatteras. They are also very heavy, and at this point in time they are all very old. Fortunately rebuilds are not too expensive. I think if funds permit you might try to find a smaller and more powerful engine.

  10. #10

    Re: Will 3280 fit in 1963 34' convertible?

    Thanks for the quick replies. I currently have 440 big block chryslers. How much does a 3208 weigh? The Chryslers are obviously lighter but they do take up quite a bit of space with the manifolds and risers. Wish I could find some pics of 3208's in a 34'.

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