now im not sure if it is actually a 3.5l, but im thinking about attempting to install a shortstar in my fiero, if anyone has any advise on this swap or if it should even be attempted please let me know.

Please hold, Mr. Rick will be with you momentarily......

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Thanks Niel. LOL
It is alot of work. I think it is the same as doing a North Star. I am doing mine so it will pass smog in Ca. That makes it Very difficult. But if you call or look up Mechtech, they can sell you a stand alone PCM that will run the 3.5.

this is my 3.5

Just for comparison this is a Corevtte L98 5.7, 3.5Twin Cam V6 and stock Fiero 2.8 V6. All side by side.

It's amazing how large that motor is. From the picture, it doesnt look like the decklid will clear the motor
Rick- Are you not using the upper engine dogbone mounts? Do you feel that the lower mounts will hold the engine sufficently? I would be worried about the engine rocking after the lower mounts break in, and the front bank hitting the firewall (ouch)
Looks good otherwise.
Blacksheep- It is a great motor, and if you like challenges, try this out
-Matt

I the engine sits at the same hight as the stock V6, if not lower. I plan on using the Fiero deck lid spring and modify them to fit. But I dont think it can be done. I just dont like the strut in the way, that replaces the Fiero deck lid springs.
I have five motor mounts on the bottom. I think it is verry stable. I have about two inches between the engine-firewall and engine-trunk.