Hi guys, just found this forum and thought I would sign up. I have an unexplainable love for wagons, I don't know why but I have always loved the shape and style. I own several now, and cant even count the total number any more. My latest project will be an 83 Chevy Malibu wagon Im gonna put a big block in.
I just love the idea of putting in a BBC in a Malibu estate! I work in a swedish speedshop, and last winter we built a -81 Malibu saloon with a 454, roller cam, dual carbs, and blablablabla.. Everything in a short story.. If you want i propably could fix some pics of the installation.
We just went through 'Clamshell' season, and here's Malibu season. Warms me up, just thinking about you guys putting those beauts in fine shape.
Pix are always good, I went with the 83 because its the last year or the rear wheel drive and the last year of the Malibu. I really would have liked to have found a 74 AMC sportabout surf surfer but the Malibu is hard enough to come by. My brother has challenged me to a build off, and I thought I would use a wagon to further embarrass him when its all over. He seems to think that he can build a badder small block then I can build a big block. At the end of 2010 we're gonna race, then we'll see who's really bad!
I would tell you how big that big block will be, but I don't want to spoil the surprise later when I post a build thread.
Welcome ROCK !!! Jusy bought one myself, a CL with all the goodies. Needs new shoes and a bunch more..But, I'm driving it... I'm looking for a 300hp, to replace the 305. I might even switch over to a Olds motor (don't be hatin!!!). Why not shake things up a little??? You looking for bbc or something more exotic??? Do you have plans for the rear end??? Good Luck and Bruce
Im gonna stay away from the norm a bit on this one, I will not be using a Chevy big block. Don't worry though, I will not commit sacrilege by putting a ford motor in it; it will still be GM! I am gonna use a ford 9" though, I know the stock axle and gearing will not handle what Im planning on throwing at it. I looked at a car today, but I think it's to beat up If any one has one for sale, Im buying!
