The more i contemplate it, the more prudent it seems to grab a 239 block from a
wrecked dak and go from there. It would save a lot of money, time, and hassle.
Anyone know what a 3.9l would max, h.p. wise, without a terrible idle from a
lopey cam? im guessing 25-280hp naturally aspirated?
i think im definately gonna do it.
n article <45AB9769.7080707@aol.com>, SilverEightynine@aol.com (Terrible Tom)
writes:
>
>
> msnbcnnbcbs@hotmail.com wrote:
> > I thought a 42RE could be set up to handle a 360? it would just need a
rebuild?
> >
> >
> > In article <PJEJIAGPKDMHANKKBAEEEEEECDAA.gcouriel@bellsouth.net>,
> > gcouriel@bellsouth.net ("Gabriel A. Couriel") writes:
> >
> >>
> >>if you are going to go the V8 route, keep in mind that you'll need to
> >>upgrade the transmission. on a 360, you'll have to install a 46RE, and all
> >>the required parts. while you're at it, make sure you install something
> >>stout, or you might be pulling it to rebuild.
> >>
> >>if you are just going to use this to putz around and have fun, you might
> >>just want to stick to the V6. however, the V8 is tempting.
> >>
> >>Gabriel A. Couriel
>
> If you go with a 360, you are better off just putting a 46RE into the
> truck. Keep in mind that the 360 is balanced differently (externally)
> and you'll need the correct flex plate.
>
> If you go with a 360 are you planning on keeping the engine stock or
> building it up a little? If you are going to build it up, then you may
> as well get a core engine and rebuild it. If you are keeping it stock,
> there are a number of places you can get complete engine assemblies,
> ready to drop in. Only thing else you will need to do is get an engine
> computer (easy) and the wire harness (NOT easy) Almost all salvage
> yards do NOT save wire harnesses. I've found you have to get in good
> with one and ask them to let you know when they get trucks in that you
> can use parts off, and call you before they butcher them. They cut
> crossmembers and wire harnesses. All they care about are getting the
> major componants out (ecm, engine, trans, axles etc)
>
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