I have one of RDs 250 conversions, unfortunately family health issues have put things on the back burner so I don't have a story yet. Mine is what I call the base model 250 swap; RHD, LT-77, normally aspirated carb, no AC. The only major modifications I need are converting the fuel system to petrol, add electric fans and slightly modify the exhaust to mate to the 250. I will be using the GM factory PS pump/Alternator and brackets. I anticipate my total cost will be well under $3k...that includes the cost of RD's kit, a used low mileage 250 ($450), flywheel and ancillaries. RD didn't have to give me a sales pitch, the whole idea pretty much sold itself and I'm still amazed at how well the 250/292 fits into the engine bay. After seeing some of the results I am stoked!@RDavisinVA i got some pricing from you prior, so good on what the conversion kit will cost and have a good 250 and 292 to choose from. (Northeast has plenty to spare). I was only asking for the things that dont often come up in conversation, or maybe I just missed it. Not trying to poke and pry here on what your piece is, just get an idea and weigh out the options for the next project. As folks get more into these conversions, I would imagine each have their own story, what they used for cooling, gauges, floors, prop shafts, small ancillaries, etc moving to an overall general cost of the build. Ive seen that R2.8 build vary from $12k-25k, same with LS and others.
Ive seen that R2.8 build vary from $12k-25k, same with LS and others.