I have a chance of getting a 5.7 tpi complete engine (see pic).
what would i have to do to drop this in my car (86 305 TPI).
thanks.

 

another pic

 

You'd be changing from MAF to speed-density, so you'd need the wiring and ECM to go with it.

Or, you could keep your existing MAF stuff, since TPI itself is the same between a 305 and a 350, and just use the 350 injectors, and get a MAF 350 chip for some year that had that combo such as 88 or 89.

Other than that, it's pretty much a drop-in.

 

thanks
i hope this goes smoth, but if not i know i can get help here.
thanks again.

 

looks like a nice engine! should be a pretty easy swap..

 

is there a advantage or disadvantage to the serpentine setup?
will i have problems (hose or wires)since my alternator and ac are on opposite sides?

 

pic

 

trying to insert pic of current setup

 

oh in case you want to see her here she is (got to clean here up, it's snowed here.)
i am the original owner.

 

That motor will drop right in. You do not have to swap any electronics. You can use all of the electronics that are presently in your car. You can delete the map sensor from the plenum and you will have a 350 mass airflow engine. It is that easy!! The long block itself is not made specifically for speed density or massflow. You can use what ever fuel induction you want. I will be happy to answer any questions you may have. If all you are looking to do is step up to a stock 350, I would jump all over that motor. By looking at the picture it seems to be a complete drop in. Looks like a weekend project to me.