AboutKevin Pilotte Expertise I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
Organizations I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
Publications I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
Question Hello, My wuestion is about the motor, I own a 65 660 classic Rambler wich I was told has a 327 in it.. I hv tried figure out if it was 327 or 287 but they look the same, how do I confirm this? Also, if it is a 327, what is the makeup of that engine, chevy block?? Amcblock, the valve covers I cant figure out either, did they use different parts to make up that 327?? Thanks for any help!! CLARK
Answer First, the 287 & 327 engines were AMERICAN MOTORS engines and had no parts from a Ford or Chevrolet. It just happened that both AMC & Chevy had an engine of 327 CID. If you have a 2 barrel, most likely it is a 287, if you have a 4 barrel it's probably a 327; BOTH are exclusively designed and built by American Motors Corporation.
