New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 02:54 PM

Just found a 1965, 292 I6 engine from an Air Force flat nosed 22' bus used at "Area 51". Bus showed 38K miles. Air Force used it as an ambulance. I have not had any time to assess the engines condition. It is a little damaged from shipping, carb and dist. Broken. It has a four speed trans w/ hyd clutch. At the back of the trans is an emergency brake as part of the drive shaft.

Initial assessment would indicate that some of the coolant hoses have factory style hose clamps that have not been reused. Color is green w/ torque decal on valve cover. Valve cover is pretty beat up.

More w/ pics coming.

1963c-10 · 11-20-2013, 03:00 PM

Nice find and looking forward to those pics.

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 03:21 PM

I hope here are some pics. More later

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 03:24 PM

Another pic. Smart phone not most effocient

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 03:26 PM

Another one

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 03:28 PM

Starter

**60-66** · 11-22-2013, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aotte1

Starter

This picture of the Hydraulic clutch bellhousing in post #6 , you wont need or want it in your K10 but its the same as a 60-62 V8 , The 1960-1962 guys are looking for these as the 60-62 six cylinder hydraulic clutch bell is different where it mounts to the engine.

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 03:30 PM

Valve cover

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 03:33 PM

Four speed w/ emergency brake

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 03:37 PM

More pics later casting number is 3851659. Have looked for build date yet.

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 03:49 PM

I checked it did not have power steering , however, did have "Vac gauge" but was not pulled before recycling. Reportedly because dash hard to get out. It was in storage long time before I got it. However, reported to have been run before pulled.
More/better pics later. My hope is that it is stock inside.
Les

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 10:01 PM

For some reason can only upload one image at a time.
Here are a few more pics.

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 10:03 PM

Close up of hoses

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 10:05 PM

More block numbers

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 10:07 PM

More numbers

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 10:13 PM

Did quick look in oil filler opening in valve cover and minimum sludge, just very slight amount. So far with quick look is promising. Still hope engine is in good condition.

Anybody recognize the transmission?

**aotte1** · 11-20-2013, 10:14 PM

Numbers on block

**Captainfab** · 11-21-2013, 01:51 AM

You can post more than one pic to each post. You just have to upload them 1 at a time from your computer. I'm not sure why, just the way it is since the new server.

I see a newer internally regulated alternator. The trans appears to be a SM420......too bad someone cut the shifter off.

TJ's Chevy · 11-21-2013, 08:28 PM

Definetly a 292. Nice start...shouldn't be two much to get it going. You can get new plugs, wires, and a distributor cap, and points and a coil at Napa or Auto zone.

**aotte1** · 11-21-2013, 10:13 PM

I know on the shifter , said to be long for removal by salvage guy!! And could not get the pin out to remove it. What is this trans used in?

Also thanks for help on ignition parts, I use NAPA a lot too.

Are the engine mounts same for K10?

I sure wish they handled the engine a little more carefully, bent some of the parts like fan.

Where is engine date code on the 292?

**aotte1** · 11-21-2013, 11:15 PM

SM420 trans, could it be the rare 2ton version? The vehicle it came from reportedly weighted 9K lbs. wo/ engine trans when recycled. When have time , have to check the splines. Any advantage for our trucks if two ton unit??
As is obvious I am a novice on this stuff.
Les

62k10&84k20burb · 11-22-2013, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aotte1

I know on the shifter , said to be long for removal by salvage guy!! And could not get the pin out to remove it. What is this trans used in?

Also thanks for help on ignition parts, I use NAPA a lot too.

Are the engine mounts same for K10?

I sure wish they handled the engine a little more carefully, bent some of the parts like fan.

Where is engine date code on the 292?

292s used different mounts than 250s and sbc and bbc

**aotte1** · 11-22-2013, 10:21 AM

Captain thanks for the information. Wish the person I purchased from knew about removing the trans shifter handle.

This is where I read about the two ton version at the following web site:
http://www.novak-adapt.com/knowledge/sm420.htm

Les

TJ's Chevy · 11-22-2013, 12:32 PM

I far as I know...the mounts were the same. I am not sure. I know the mounts will be in the same location..but I am not sure if the style/height of them is the same.

**60-66** · 11-22-2013, 02:41 PM

I think you will like this engine. Just tuned up my 66 292 K10 Panel truck. If you have mounting questions or need pictures I would be glad to help. Thanks for posting the hose clamp pictures, that will help me in fixing all the mistakes PO made on this truck.

11-20-2013, 02:54 PM	#1
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus Just found a 1965, 292 I6 engine from an Air Force flat nosed 22' bus used at "Area 51". Bus showed 38K miles. Air Force used it as an ambulance. I have not had any time to assess the engines condition. It is a little damaged from shipping, carb and dist. Broken. It has a four speed trans w/ hyd clutch. At the back of the trans is an emergency brake as part of the drive shaft. Initial assessment would indicate that some of the coolant hoses have factory style hose clamps that have not been reused. Color is green w/ torque decal on valve cover. Valve cover is pretty beat up. More w/ pics coming.

11-20-2013, 03:00 PM	#2
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus Nice find and looking forward to those pics. __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

11-20-2013, 03:21 PM	#3
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus I hope here are some pics. More later Attached Images

11-20-2013, 03:24 PM	#4
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11-20-2013, 03:26 PM	#5
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11-20-2013, 03:28 PM	#6
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11-20-2013, 03:30 PM	#8
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11-20-2013, 03:33 PM	#9
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus Four speed w/ emergency brake Attached Images

11-20-2013, 03:37 PM	#10
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus More pics later casting number is 3851659. Have looked for build date yet.

11-20-2013, 03:49 PM	#11
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus I checked it did not have power steering , however, did have "Vac gauge" but was not pulled before recycling. Reportedly because dash hard to get out. It was in storage long time before I got it. However, reported to have been run before pulled. More/better pics later. My hope is that it is stock inside. Les

11-20-2013, 10:01 PM	#12
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus For some reason can only upload one image at a time. Here are a few more pics. Attached Images

11-20-2013, 10:03 PM	#13
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus Close up of hoses Attached Images

11-20-2013, 10:05 PM	#14
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus More block numbers Attached Images

11-20-2013, 10:07 PM	#15
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus More numbers Attached Images

11-20-2013, 10:13 PM	#16
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus Did quick look in oil filler opening in valve cover and minimum sludge, just very slight amount. So far with quick look is promising. Still hope engine is in good condition. Anybody recognize the transmission?



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11-20-2013, 10:14 PM	#17
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus Numbers on block Attached Images

11-21-2013, 01:51 AM	#18
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus You can post more than one pic to each post. You just have to upload them 1 at a time from your computer. I'm not sure why, just the way it is since the new server. I see a newer internally regulated alternator. The trans appears to be a SM420......too bad someone cut the shifter off. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

11-21-2013, 08:28 PM	#19
TJ's Chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus Definetly a 292. Nice start...shouldn't be two much to get it going. You can get new plugs, wires, and a distributor cap, and points and a coil at Napa or Auto zone. __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

11-21-2013, 10:13 PM	#20
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus I know on the shifter , said to be long for removal by salvage guy!! And could not get the pin out to remove it. What is this trans used in? Also thanks for help on ignition parts, I use NAPA a lot too. Are the engine mounts same for K10? I sure wish they handled the engine a little more carefully, bent some of the parts like fan. Where is engine date code on the 292?

11-21-2013, 11:15 PM	#21
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus SM420 trans, could it be the rare 2ton version? The vehicle it came from reportedly weighted 9K lbs. wo/ engine trans when recycled. When have time , have to check the splines. Any advantage for our trucks if two ton unit?? As is obvious I am a novice on this stuff. Les

11-22-2013, 10:21 AM	#23
aotte1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,645	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus Captain thanks for the information. Wish the person I purchased from knew about removing the trans shifter handle. This is where I read about the two ton version at the following web site: http://www.novak-adapt.com/knowledge/sm420.htm Les

11-22-2013, 12:32 PM	#24
TJ's Chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus I far as I know...the mounts were the same. I am not sure. I know the mounts will be in the same location..but I am not sure if the style/height of them is the same. __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

11-22-2013, 02:41 PM	#25
60-66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 3,329	Re: New to me 1965' "292" from Air Force Bus I think you will like this engine. Just tuned up my 66 292 K10 Panel truck. If you have mounting questions or need pictures I would be glad to help. Thanks for posting the hose clamp pictures, that will help me in fixing all the mistakes PO made on this truck. __________________ IS IT an EATON or Chevrolet rear axle https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=843778 The hubcap thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702839 WANTED : 1963-1966 6 Cylinder Fan Shroud WANTED :1964-1966 PANEL TRUCK

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