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2.8l V6 to 4 bolt main 350 swap HELP

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Old Oct 16, 2012 | 04:18 AM
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From: Richmond, VA
Car: 1989 Pontiac Firebird
Engine: 2.8L V6 (For now)
Transmission: 700r4
2.8l V6 to 4 bolt main 350 swap HELP

got the new motor....trying to figure out a transmission that will mount up to the car and the motor, as well as what to do with the wiring harness? could i use the stock v6 one and just change/ remove the wires i need and dont need anymore? also, would it be better to beef up the rear that i have now, put a posi in it and go up in gear size or get a new rear? also, anyone know where i can get some headers for the 350 that will work with my car? or will i have to get some custom made? btw car is a 89 Pontiac Firebird..thanks for the help in advance
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Old Oct 16, 2012 | 04:24 AM
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Car: 86 Firebird
Engine: 305 SBC
Transmission: 700 R4 TCI
Axle/Gears: 3.42
Re: 2.8l V6 to 4 bolt main 350 swap HELP

Trans 700 r4 use trans crossmember from v8 car get a disc brake rear from a v8 car. If you go with a carbed v8 you don't need to change the wiring harness. If Injected you need a v8 car harness and computer. Also upgrade to v8 springs in front.
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Old Oct 16, 2012 | 04:47 AM
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Re: 2.8l V6 to 4 bolt main 350 swap HELP

i knew about the springs up front, but i was thinking of a manual swap, either that or an automatic shifter. i really miss my manual lol. the v8 is carbed...but i wont have to change anything? not even wires to the dizzy, battery etc?
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