lg4 to 350 swap
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From: cortland ny
Car: 1987 Firebird
Engine: LG4 305
Transmission: 700R4
lg4 to 350 swap
alright i need some answers because swap day is almost here.
old motor-305 with ccq-jet
new motor 350 out of 90 1ton Chevy tbi motor low miles stock
i want to keep the computer controlled q-jet will i need to modify it to run the 350? will the 305 computer work with the 350 with out major drivability issues?
any additional info would be greatly appreciated this is my first big project on the car and dont wanna get stuck on something and loose patience
old motor-305 with ccq-jet
new motor 350 out of 90 1ton Chevy tbi motor low miles stock
i want to keep the computer controlled q-jet will i need to modify it to run the 350? will the 305 computer work with the 350 with out major drivability issues?
any additional info would be greatly appreciated this is my first big project on the car and dont wanna get stuck on something and loose patience
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From: Lexington, SC
Car: 1987 SC/1985 TA
Engine: 350/vortec/fitech
Transmission: T56
Axle/Gears: 3.27 9-bolt
Re: lg4 to 350 swap
The ccc-qjet will run fine. You'll need to make adjustments for the MCS dwell to match the new motor. Changing secondary rods and hanger may also help.
The system will also require replacement of the existing knock sensor and ESC module for a 350 set. Same KS and ESC that would go on an 87 or later 5.7.
The system will also require replacement of the existing knock sensor and ESC module for a 350 set. Same KS and ESC that would go on an 87 or later 5.7.
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From: cortland ny
Car: 1987 Firebird
Engine: LG4 305
Transmission: 700R4
Re: lg4 to 350 swap
ok thank you can i have some terms explained
what is the mcs dwell and how do i adjust it
the motor has a knock sensor in it and where can i get a esc module ? parts store?
what is the mcs dwell and how do i adjust it
the motor has a knock sensor in it and where can i get a esc module ? parts store?
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From: Woodstock, IL
Car: 1984 Trans Am Recaro Edition
Engine: 355 L98 Vortec 226/234 custom cam
Transmission: TKO-600
Axle/Gears: On borrowed time...
Re: lg4 to 350 swap
Mcs dwell is the mixture control solenoid. You will need to hook up,a dwell meter to the carb and use the dwell to find the right adjustment..I know this is a very simple explanation but the best that I can tell you...
There was a really good article by Ray Bohacz in Muscle Machines regarding tuning the qjet
There was a really good article by Ray Bohacz in Muscle Machines regarding tuning the qjet
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From: Littleton, CO USA
Car: 82 Berlinetta/57 Bel Air
Engine: L92/LQ4 (both w/4" stroke)
Transmission: 4L80E/4L80E
Axle/Gears: 12B-3.73/9"-3.89
You adjust the MCS dwell by adjusting the idle air bleed.
The Carburetor forum has a sticky in the top section with the factory instructions for the CCC (E4ME) carb.
FWIW, I ran an '86 system on a ZZ4 type 350 with no issues. It adjusted to factory specs as if it was still on the 305. I did change the secondary hanger and rods, but that doesn't affect the adjustments controlled by the computer.
The Carburetor forum has a sticky in the top section with the factory instructions for the CCC (E4ME) carb.
FWIW, I ran an '86 system on a ZZ4 type 350 with no issues. It adjusted to factory specs as if it was still on the 305. I did change the secondary hanger and rods, but that doesn't affect the adjustments controlled by the computer.
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From: cortland ny
Car: 1987 Firebird
Engine: LG4 305
Transmission: 700R4
Re: lg4 to 350 swap
where is the esc located or at least what does it look like i wanna start labeling wires and hopefully have it done by the end of the week
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From: Houson
Car: 86 Firebird
Engine: 305 SBC
Transmission: 700 R4 TCI
Axle/Gears: 3.42
Re: lg4 to 350 swap
The esc is in the esu which plugs to the distributer. When you set the timing you unplug it , look for a single wire from the dist that has an inline plug. However you should be able to run the same distributor and intake on the engine.
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