My 50 Commander came without a drive train other than the rear end. Someone in the past cut off the battery box and something on the passenger side wheel well probably to try and fit in some other motor. I am leaning towards a SBC but the PO has an ( allegedly ) rebuilt 232 V8. I know this engine did not come in the 50 model but started in 51. From reading a bunch I have learned that the 50 car is a one off year in many ways. If installing the 232 involves lots of drama it seems I would be better off with the ubiquitous SBC. If, on the other hand,it would pretty much slide right in ( no motor mounts in the car now ) then I might change my mind. I've done a site search for SBC and found a number of hits but all seem to pertain to later Hawks and Larks. Setting aside everyone's emotional attachment to the Studes and giving an objective opinion what would the group think?
I think PO also has a Stude trans of some sort.
Thanks in advance for your input.
George
I think PO also has a Stude trans of some sort.
Thanks in advance for your input.
George
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