ok, first of all, ive never done an engine swap, and am going to need some help. i know the basics, and i have a couple of other friends to help me, but there are a couple of ????'s
First some info: my car is a 91 Z w/ the lb9 305 and 700r4. the motor runs now, but not for long (the bearings are starting to make some noise)

1) i would like to locate a 350 for it, but if i find a deal, another 305 will do for now (i'll prolly have one built later on) i think that i have found a few leads, but if anyone knows of a good site to look, please let me know

2) will i need all of the parts from the l98, or will the old stuff work. i want to find the complete setup, so i can have the spare parts for later

3) what do i need as for the ecm and stuff? also, the 305 has an ads super chip in it now, will that be useless in an l98?

4) i have a chiltons manual for the car, but any extra hints or tips would be appreciated (i.e. sites w/ guides on the best place to start so this can be dose as painlessly as possible)

5) what are some things that should be done to the new engine before i put it in the car (maintenence, etc.)

6) just incase i should find a deal on an lt1, how hard is this swap, or is it even worth the time/hassle

i should be starting this project in late march/ early april, so any info or help i can get will be greatly appreciated

thanks again,
mike

mcostill@hotmail.com

 

Several suggestions on posts on this board & general tech.

With an adjustable fuel pressure regulator, you can use all of the 305 parts.

ECM will work, not sure how much difference the chip will or will not make.

It's basically a remove & install, then tweak. Keep checking old posts here and asking questions as you go if need. TPI board another good place to look.

Oil, filter, hoses, belt(s), tuneup stuff.

Look at the top of this forum. A big increase in complexity.


Happy wrenching. You're welcome.