A bit more than I would give but if you need a 308

50C8DAN

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/pts/4347678040.html

50C8DAN

Hey the seller says it is rare, doesn't that make it worth big $$$$ )

Browniepetersen

Based on the trash on the fire wall, I expect that this was home to some local mice. I am with rick, $1500 would be a good price to gamble on?

ArkieJazz

One thing you might not realize is that the "Hash" blocks were all of the "soft" variety.  They were not the chrome alloy material used during step down days.

53jetman

I've heard it both ways.  Some folks declare the '55 & '56 blocks were "soft" are more normal cast iron like Nash used, and I've also heard that the AMC blocks were yet even harder (more chrome alloy) than the HMCC blocks.  I have no idea how one would go about proving either statement at this late date.

50C8DAN

I have heard this story as well and am somewhat skeptical.  The same story is told about Studebaker engines and again it seems to be a myth.  I am not saying that Studebaker and Hudson engines did not use higher or different Ni and Chrome content but that it was a big differentiator from the Big 3?  The story about the Hudson 6s after the AMC purchase that I heard was that due to valve surfaces cracking the softer cast iron was used, but really???

akcoop

So there are a couple other issues here.  1.  It looks like there is a lot of rust here.  The fan and water pump tell a story.  2. If they are AMC twin h, it is different from the Hudson and you would need both the intake and exhaust to be good. I think the exhause manifolds are succeptable to rusting out.  3.  These had a different oil pan so if you were putting in a step down, you need a pan, and to move the dip stick. 4.  If this has a hydromatic, you have to be able to turn the motor to disconnect the 32 bolts to just pull the engine, and if you pull the hydro with it, the mounts are a bear to get at.  5.  As much rust in the engine compartment, I would say the body is probably bad, and you have to get it up high enough to disconnect the u-joint and trans mounts. Me? with all the work, I would not give more than $200 for all.  You will have at least 5 hours or more in parting out, unless you take the whole thing home.  How do I know all this?  I just pulled the engine from a '55 several months ago.   Two 1 hour trips and about 6 hours later, I had it out. 

Nevada Hudson

Paul would know.