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May 11, 2011 | 08:03 AM

iamsisyphus

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Any thoughts on transplanting this motor? I have an 89 convertible and could sure use 312 horsepower with low end torque. Not to mention the gas mileage would be around 30.

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May 14, 2011 | 01:12 PM

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What kind of thoughts are you looking for?

May 16, 2011 | 07:16 AM

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What kind of thoughts are you looking for?

I know there aren't any kits yet, but would it be technically much different from an LS1 swap? What would the trade offs be? The usual.

May 16, 2011 | 07:34 AM

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The LS swap is well documented and would prob be easier on your wallet.

I hear reports of 28-30mph on the hwy in swapped FC/FD

May 16, 2011 | 08:46 AM

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I hear reports of 28-30mph on the hwy in swapped FC/FD

That's why I went with the 2J... 190mph+!

May 16, 2011 | 08:47 AM

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That's why I went with the 2J... 190mph+!

FYI

this mileage is pretty well documented... it's all bout how you drive -NOT the engine.

May 16, 2011 | 10:24 AM

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Not really a great fit, but I'm sure it could be done. Engine control and fueling are going to be challenging.

A 5.3L LS will get about the same milage, same or more power, and is a lot cheaper/easier to do.

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