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11-27-2004, 11:11 AM | #1 |
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engine swap ?
hey all , i have a clean 83 gmc shortbed with an original 73,000 mile straight six in it. i am starting to get a few leaks and am going to pull the motor soon. not sure if i want to go thru the six or swap in a 350. other than the radiator , mounts and exhaust , what else would i have to change ? jim
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11-27-2004, 11:32 AM | #2 |
yeller
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Twin Cities
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The mounts are the same, you just need to move them to the "8" position, they are now in the "6" position of course. You may need a new fan shroud, and of course you will need the pullys, brackets, hoses, and all the accessories for the v8. Other than that, it is pretty much a direct swap to the v8.
Good luck and welcome to the board.
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11-27-2004, 01:19 PM | #3 |
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thanks bb. if i do go the 350 route , i will certainly find a complete carb to pan engine. hopefully i will find a truck with the engine still in it so i can grab everything i need.
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