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Old October 1st, 2006, 04:28 PM   #1
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what is needed for an engine swap, 4cyl to 460 v8.
 
Old October 2nd, 2006, 04:13 AM   #2
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alot...

I think alot of places sell kits now though...With motor mounts, headser, and some of the other needed parts...

Its going to be alot of fab work though...
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Lots of alcohol


Lots of alcohol
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Re: Lots of alcohol


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nah....it's actually an easy swap. What kind of trans were you planning on using? C6, C4, or powerglide??
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its fairly easy. its a tight fit but will work.
 
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actually you'd be surprised how much room there is in there w/ a 460
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i got a 88 lx used to be a 4 banger but im putting in a 302. i was wanting to know if the transmission would work with the new engine?
 
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