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engine swap? by vincent
Started on: 05-22-2014 05:29 PM
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Last post by: vincent on 05-25-2014 12:11 PM
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Report this Post05-22-2014 05:29 PM Click Here to See the Profile for vincentSend a Private Message to vincentEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
hi,
is there a possibility to swap the 2.8 engine for a 3.1 , 3.4 or 3.8 without modification (without removing or changing engine mounts etc?)

kind regards
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Report this Post05-22-2014 05:41 PM Click Here to See the Profile for Purple86GTSend a Private Message to Purple86GTEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
I think the 3.4 is as simple as it gets. Not sure but I think you need to drill new holes for the starter mount.

the 3800SC is a bit more involved but bang for the buck, well worth it. Lots of documentation here and many people willing to help.
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Report this Post05-24-2014 02:39 PM Click Here to See the Profile for Lou6t4gtoSend a Private Message to Lou6t4gtoEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
I've done both the 3.4 And the 3800SC. the 3.4 doesn't get any easier (pull out the 2.8 bolt in the 3.4) (except drilling the 2 holes for the starter), and can have more "seat of the pants" power. (Not like the 3800SC), But it is SOOO MUCH EASIER, and ALOT, ALOT Cheaper.
Got deep pockets ? (always cost twice what you "Figure") And a lot of Down time.
In the end, Yea, the 3800SC is great, but expensive (Even doing everything your self)
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Report this Post05-24-2014 11:00 PM Click Here to See the Profile for fierofoolClick Here to visit fierofool's HomePageSend a Private Message to fierofoolEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Swapping in a 3.4 from a 93-95 Camaro or Firebird is as easy as pulling your stock engine and putting it back in. Rodney's starter relocation jig is designed for the do-it-yourselfer. He's gone to great efforts to be sure it works for you.

Keep in mind that if your original engine isn't an 88, you will have to use a flywheel or flexplate from an 88 Fiero or from a 3.1 equipped car if you install a 3.4. The flywheel or flexplate should not have chunks of weights welded to its backside.
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Report this Post05-25-2014 04:19 AM Click Here to See the Profile for vincentSend a Private Message to vincentEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
thanx for the great information.
i gonna search for an 3.4 engine :-)
if it's that simple , is there a how to on the forum?

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Report this Post05-25-2014 08:47 AM Click Here to See the Profile for Old LarSend a Private Message to Old LarEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
You can get a new 3.4 crate engine from several sources.
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Report this Post05-25-2014 08:54 AM Click Here to See the Profile for fierofoolClick Here to visit fierofool's HomePageSend a Private Message to fierofoolEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
3.4 engine swap from a link on www.gafiero.org Tech Tips, Other offsite tips

http://fiero34swap.eleventenths.org/
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Report this Post05-25-2014 09:06 AM Click Here to See the Profile for GrantmanSend a Private Message to GrantmanEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
If you have a 3 speed automatic I would strongly suggest doing a 4T60 swap at the same time. Adds work to the swap but really improves the driveability of the car and gas mileage goes way up.

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Report this Post05-25-2014 12:11 PM Click Here to See the Profile for vincentSend a Private Message to vincentEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
i have an 2.8 v6 1987 with manual 5 speed.
is it also possible to do a swap with the camaro 3.1 engine?
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