1965 Corvette Stocker build Q's

lorenr · 04-03-2021, 02:58 PM

Why use an IRS rear, if you can run a solid axle? Seems as though the solid axle would be more efficient and weigh less with fewer parts to break. Also, would save a lot of money.

I'm wondering if there is a bolt in solid axle available. That way you could save the stock IRS for later.

Seems like I've seen an A/S or B/S with a solid. Hard to imagine a 700 HP motor not destroying almost any IRS.

Loren

rboyle · 04-03-2021, 07:40 PM

If it came with a powerglide can you change it to a 3 speed automatic? I heard mixed answers on this.

MR DERBY CITY · 04-03-2021, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by rboyle

If it came with a powerglide can you change it to a 3 speed automatic? I heard mixed answers on this.

Sure you can ....

Adger Smith · 04-04-2021, 12:17 PM

If you are going to change to a 3 speed you need to be careful which tranny you choose the tunnels in that series Vette is not real big and accommodating to large case trannies.. oops, Transmissions...

L.Fite · 04-04-2021, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Adger Smith

If you are going to change to a 3 speed you need to be careful which tranny you choose the tunnels in that series Vette is not real big and accommodating to large case trannies.. oops, Transmissions...

So... when you say "Large case trannie"...
Nevermind...
Don't want to know.

Adger Smith · 04-04-2021, 12:51 PM

I guess I should have said the car was built around a Powerglide, not a turbo 400.
I forgot it is not PC to use Trannie..
LOL

rboyle · 04-04-2021, 05:25 PM

I got a Turbo 350 in it now , no issues. It's got an IRS with a Moroso Beute Force posi and chrome moly half shafts with solid ujoints axle retaining loops, chrome moly drive shaft, offset trailing arms. Polyurehane bushings and body mounts. Fiberglass rear spring. I'd need a flat hood, cage, motor, brakes, wheels tires, etc. I'd need to sell the other car first if I go this route. It's more in the investigation faze now. Thanks for all the input so far.

04-03-2021, 02:58 PM	#1
lorenr Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 48 Likes: 259 Liked 19 Times in 9 Posts	Re: 1965 Corvette Stocker build Q's Why use an IRS rear, if you can run a solid axle? Seems as though the solid axle would be more efficient and weigh less with fewer parts to break. Also, would save a lot of money. I'm wondering if there is a bolt in solid axle available. That way you could save the stock IRS for later. Seems like I've seen an A/S or B/S with a solid. Hard to imagine a 700 HP motor not destroying almost any IRS. Loren

04-03-2021, 07:40 PM	#2
rboyle Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 604 Likes: 1,457 Liked 586 Times in 162 Posts	Re: 1965 Corvette Stocker build Q's If it came with a powerglide can you change it to a 3 speed automatic? I heard mixed answers on this.

04-04-2021, 12:17 PM	#4
Adger Smith VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Texarkana Ark/TX Posts: 2,446 Likes: 575 Liked 880 Times in 311 Posts	Re: 1965 Corvette Stocker build Q's If you are going to change to a 3 speed you need to be careful which tranny you choose the tunnels in that series Vette is not real big and accommodating to large case trannies.. oops, Transmissions... __________________ Adger Smith (Former SS)

04-04-2021, 12:51 PM	#6
Adger Smith VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Texarkana Ark/TX Posts: 2,446 Likes: 575 Liked 880 Times in 311 Posts	Re: 1965 Corvette Stocker build Q's I guess I should have said the car was built around a Powerglide, not a turbo 400. I forgot it is not PC to use Trannie.. LOL __________________ Adger Smith (Former SS)

04-04-2021, 05:25 PM	#7
rboyle Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 604 Likes: 1,457 Liked 586 Times in 162 Posts	Re: 1965 Corvette Stocker build Q's I got a Turbo 350 in it now , no issues. It's got an IRS with a Moroso Beute Force posi and chrome moly half shafts with solid ujoints axle retaining loops, chrome moly drive shaft, offset trailing arms. Polyurehane bushings and body mounts. Fiberglass rear spring. I'd need a flat hood, cage, motor, brakes, wheels tires, etc. I'd need to sell the other car first if I go this route. It's more in the investigation faze now. Thanks for all the input so far.