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JWz28 · 06-07-2007, 11:54 AM

Sweeeet! I love a story that has a happy ending. The two of you were meant to be together.

JWz28.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 06-07-2007, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

Engine swaps are tough if you haven't done it before. My brother is somewhat mechanically inclined and pulled the engine out of his Toyota all by himself (WHILE IN HIGH SCHOOL) with the help of a book. He broke it down and took the damaged parts to a shop where they were rebuilt. You can do it. It just takes time and determination...

Sorry. Not trying to highjack the thread.

No, i know that...I'm "mechanically inclined", too. But, physically, how do you get the damn engine out of the car!?! Not with your bare hands I'd expect...

JWz28 · 06-07-2007, 02:33 PM

Engine Hoist. You can rent them at some local Auto Parts stores. Pull the motor and tranny in one piece. Take 'em a part, lift the motor up to an engine stand bolt 'er up and start disassembly.

JWz28.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 06-07-2007, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JWz28

Engine Hoist. You can rent them at some local Auto Parts stores. Pull the motor and tranny in one piece. Take 'em a part, lift the motor up to an engine stand bolt 'er up and start disassembly.

JWz28.

Gotcha...And instead of taking them apart, some people - the ones who are actually swapping the engines, just put a new one in? That clears things up - thanks!

*TAG UR IT* · 06-08-2007, 01:25 AM

Yeah...but in most cases, it's a lot more than just a swap. Tranny usually has to be changed, larger radiator, and a whole mess of other beefier parts. When putting twice the power (or in some cases more) to the ground, you need to start thinking about all the suspension parts and rear end as well. But, for just swapping the engine and going larger, there will usually be a lot more than just the engine that needs changing.

AFSNightrod · 06-08-2007, 09:20 AM

Yeah you have to do all the supporting mods if you want your setup to last.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 06-08-2007, 10:37 AM

Damn...

AFSNightrod · 06-08-2007, 10:43 AM

It isn't too bad. You just have to make smart investments and really research the parts you need so you don't need to do multiple installs of the same part. It will save you money in the long run.

*KILLER74Z28* · 06-08-2007, 02:20 PM

Engine swaps are always a hassle unless you are replacing you engine with the exact same engine ie small block to small block, big block to big block. Computer controlled engines are a whole different breed because of the ECM/PCM (Computer) and wiring harnesses. GM is really good about interchangeable parts on the earlier SB and BB. I on the other hand, am running into clearance issues with the Big Block. Come to find out I have more room in my Camaro than I do the Blazer…

Time and patience, that’s all it takes…

JWz28 · 06-09-2007, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

Gotcha...And instead of taking them apart, some people - the ones who are actually swapping the engines, just put a new one in? That clears things up - thanks!

When doing an engine swap you want to pull all of the accessories off of the old motor like the all the alternator, water pump, a/c condenser, intake, carb / fuel injection..etc (it's a long list).... and transfer them over to the new motor. What ever will work on the new motor or dosen't require to be upgraded..use it. As they say..if it ain't broke...

JWz28.

Punk_rider · 06-09-2007, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by KILLER74Z28

The engine swap is under way. Pulled the 402 Out of the Camaro and am in the process of installing it into the 72 K5 Blazer. Soon the Camaro is going to have a 500 horse 427 resting under the hood.

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to me, changing the engine is changing the soul.

the car is not original anymore. not a true one anymore. I 'm against mods.

am i the only one?

Camaro_Man_101 · 06-11-2007, 11:38 AM

damn man thats one kick ass engine you have there if only you could put and audio file on how it sounds..... hmmmm.............

*Mr. Wyndham* · 06-11-2007, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Punk_rider

to me, changing the engine is changing the soul.

the car is not original anymore. not a true one anymore. I 'm against mods.

am i the only one?

No, me too. I only approve of minor modifications..."performance enhancers" I call them - there's no replacement for displacement. Superchargers, intercoolers, intakes, cyllinder heads - you know the simple stuff.

The only reason I'd approve of a complete engine swap is if the car is so old - milage OR age, whatever, and the car couldn't go on.

Punk_rider · 06-13-2007, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

No, me too. I only approve of minor modifications..."performance enhancers" I call them - there's no replacement for displacement. Superchargers, intercoolers, intakes, cyllinder heads - you know the simple stuff.

The only reason I'd approve of a complete engine swap is if the car is so old - milage OR age, whatever, and the car couldn't go on.

agree. only when the engine's dead

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06-07-2007, 11:54 AM	#15
JWz28 Drives: 2012 Z28 (I'm hoping) Join Date: May 2007 Location: Coppell, TX Posts: 129	Sweeeet! I love a story that has a happy ending. The two of you were meant to be together. JWz28.

06-07-2007, 02:33 PM	#17
JWz28 Drives: 2012 Z28 (I'm hoping) Join Date: May 2007 Location: Coppell, TX Posts: 129	Engine Hoist. You can rent them at some local Auto Parts stores. Pull the motor and tranny in one piece. Take 'em a part, lift the motor up to an engine stand bolt 'er up and start disassembly. JWz28.

06-08-2007, 01:25 AM	#19
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,558 View My Garage	Yeah...but in most cases, it's a lot more than just a swap. Tranny usually has to be changed, larger radiator, and a whole mess of other beefier parts. When putting twice the power (or in some cases more) to the ground, you need to start thinking about all the suspension parts and rear end as well. But, for just swapping the engine and going larger, there will usually be a lot more than just the engine that needs changing.

06-08-2007, 09:20 AM	#20
AFSNightrod Back in Black Drives: 2005 Cadillac CTS-V Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 326	Yeah you have to do all the supporting mods if you want your setup to last.

06-08-2007, 10:43 AM	#22
AFSNightrod Back in Black Drives: 2005 Cadillac CTS-V Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 326	It isn't too bad. You just have to make smart investments and really research the parts you need so you don't need to do multiple installs of the same part. It will save you money in the long run.

06-08-2007, 02:20 PM	#23
KILLER74Z28 MOD SQUAD Drives: 2G1FT1EW9A9100666 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: West Michigan Posts: 5,782 View My Garage	Engine swaps are always a hassle unless you are replacing you engine with the exact same engine ie small block to small block, big block to big block. Computer controlled engines are a whole different breed because of the ECM/PCM (Computer) and wiring harnesses. GM is really good about interchangeable parts on the earlier SB and BB. I on the other hand, am running into clearance issues with the Big Block. Come to find out I have more room in my Camaro than I do the Blazer… Time and patience, that’s all it takes…

06-11-2007, 11:38 AM	#26
Camaro_Man_101 Drives: dont have one Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 24	damn man thats one kick ass engine you have there if only you could put and audio file on how it sounds..... hmmmm.............