V8 swap parts
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From: Port Charlotte, FL
Car: 1986 WS6 TransAm
Engine: THREEFIDDY!
Transmission: T5
Axle/Gears: 3.73
V8 swap parts
Just got a 89 RS with a 2.8, Wanna throw my 350 TPi in it. Basically need everything required for the swap.
I'll list what i know i will need, anybody reply with anything you have that i would need for the swap.
V8 Bell Housing for T5..(and everything tranny wise.)
350 TPI prom for 89 (if possible to use same ECM, just the prom is needed)
V8 engine harness, and or any other harness needed to do the V8 swap
Clutch fan (whole setup)
Pully assembly's (V-belt or serp.)
V8 Tach
Motor mounts
Any needs pertaining to suspension
.. bout all i can think of. Let me know what anyone has so i can get this swap started asap!
John
I'll list what i know i will need, anybody reply with anything you have that i would need for the swap.
V8 Bell Housing for T5..(and everything tranny wise.)
350 TPI prom for 89 (if possible to use same ECM, just the prom is needed)
V8 engine harness, and or any other harness needed to do the V8 swap
Clutch fan (whole setup)
Pully assembly's (V-belt or serp.)
V8 Tach
Motor mounts
Any needs pertaining to suspension
.. bout all i can think of. Let me know what anyone has so i can get this swap started asap!
John
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From: Albuquerque, NM
Car: 1966 El Camino Custom
Engine: 350
Transmission: 200R4
Axle/Gears: 3:73 12 bolt with Brute Strength
Re: V8 swap parts
How much of the suspension do you want? I have brand new V8 front springs, Energy Suspension Poly Bushings and a Global West Wonder bar.
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Re: V8 swap parts
heh well on a bit of a budget, so really whatever i would need to get me by.
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From: Albuquerque, NM
Car: 1966 El Camino Custom
Engine: 350
Transmission: 200R4
Axle/Gears: 3:73 12 bolt with Brute Strength
Re: V8 swap parts
All you really need are the springs....assuming your front suspension is in good shape. If it's not, nows the time to repair it.
If you're front suspension is in good shape, I would install the springs with the motor in.... doesn't matter which one. Reason is when you install the new spring, you will use a floor jack against the control arm to set the spring into the upper spring perch. The weight of the car helps compress the spring while you get things bolted together. Without the engine, the car maybe too light and the whole front of the car will lift before you can get the spring compression you need. That forces you to use a spring compressor.
Mine springs have a 1" drop....so while you will might need a spring compressor for removal, you probably won't need one for installation.
$50 plus shipping
If you're front suspension is in good shape, I would install the springs with the motor in.... doesn't matter which one. Reason is when you install the new spring, you will use a floor jack against the control arm to set the spring into the upper spring perch. The weight of the car helps compress the spring while you get things bolted together. Without the engine, the car maybe too light and the whole front of the car will lift before you can get the spring compression you need. That forces you to use a spring compressor.
Mine springs have a 1" drop....so while you will might need a spring compressor for removal, you probably won't need one for installation.
$50 plus shipping
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Transmission: T5
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Re: V8 swap parts
Kurfbird, i will PM you sunday once i have the title to the RS and know exactly what she needs.
bumppp on the harness/ecu/prom!
bumppp on the harness/ecu/prom!
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