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79 Eng converting to TPI can it be done??

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Old May 10, 2001 | 04:36 PM
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79 Eng converting to TPI can it be done??
Can I take a 79 350. and take off the manifold off my 89 350 Tpi and have it all bolt up and work, If possible how will it run.
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Old May 10, 2001 | 05:36 PM
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Not quite. The center 2 blot holes on the intake are at a different angle. However, if you use the 89 heads, it will work.

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Old May 11, 2001 | 01:42 PM
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If you are thinking about putting the 79 block in the 89 it won't bolt in, 86 (or 88 can't remember) - up have one piece rear main seals and the earlyier ones have a 2 piece.
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Old May 11, 2001 | 07:37 PM
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i THINK it will if you use the 1979 flexplate
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