2.8 Block differences?...

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Apr 8, 2002 | 04:00 PM

KJay

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2.8 Block differences?...

Is there a difference in the blocks and pistons from a rear wheel drive (or 4 wheel drive) and a front wheel drive?

Just wondering if a front wheel drive block could be used in my S10 Blazer or 89 Firebird.

Thanks.

Apr 9, 2002 | 12:42 AM

CaliCamaroRS

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Engine: LH0 3.1L

FWD 2.8/3.1's have the starter holes on the bank 1 side of the motor. RWD ones have the starter on the bank 2 side.

I think a machine shop could drill the proper holes for the starter, but who knows how much that would cost.

Apr 9, 2002 | 08:57 AM

Project: 85 2.8 bird

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From: BFE, MD

Car: 13 Ram 1500/ 78 Formy

Engine: 5.7 / 7.4

Transmission: 6sp / TH350

Axle/Gears: 3.55 posi / 3.23

If you rally want the best of both, get the aluminum block from gm, weighs 40lbs less, has provisions for starters on both sides, and only costs 3 grand

Apr 9, 2002 | 09:32 AM

TomP

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From: Central NJ, USA

Car: 1986 Firebird

Engine: 2.8 V6

Transmission: 700R4

Only 3 grand? Hey, I'll buy two. Did you guys see the newest Hot Rod mag? They're putting a crate Hemi into a new Dodge truck.

The crate Hemi is only $13,000 ! What a bargain! Man, where do some people get their $$ from?