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Old Dec 3, 2002 | 08:26 AM
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how hard (in theory) would it be to swap an engine from a 92rs v6 with the engine outta the buick grand national??? the turbo stuff and all?


Just pondering this idea for my next project.... Thanx
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Old Dec 3, 2002 | 09:25 AM
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Car: 1983, 1986
Engine: 2.8 2bbl, 2.8 MPFI
Transmission: 200C 3 speed, 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.08, 3.42
In theory, it would be a little harder than the V6-V8 swap due to the turbo components. The tranny would need to be changed as well as the torque arms, cooling, wiring, computer etc. Also you would either have to ditch the AC or use 3.8 heads off of a FWD vehicle like they did with the TTA.
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