Hot Rod Jeep Posted September 20, 2006 Posted September 20, 2006 too bad I'm broke right now or else i would ask if this 401 is for sale. lol. Alex Actually it is because i haven't bought it yet. It's still not confirmed it's a 401 because i can't see the side of the block (it's still in the jy wagoneer), but according to the VIN it came with a 401. If I get it it'll be awhile before it goes in the MJ, I wanna get it drivable first with the motor I already put in it. 8)
possum Posted September 22, 2006 Author Posted September 22, 2006 Ya know you could have gone with the Buick 350. 100-125 lbs lighter and the dizzy is in the front. Lots of torque and on pump gas. With thanks from the following urls http://www.241computers.com/ford/ContentExpress20-30-38.html http://www.nhra.com/tech_specs/engine/index.html#buick 1970 Buick 350 450lbs H.P. 260 350 9.00:1 2 Roch 285 350 9.00:1 4 Roch 315 350 10.25:1 4 Roch 1970 Chevy 350 575lbs H.P. 250 350 9.00:1 2 Roch 300 350 10.25:1 4 Roch Others were available, but these were mostly Vettes 350 350 11.00:1 4 Roch 360 350 11.00:1 4 Holl 370 350 11.00:1 4 Holl Wayne S The price was right for the chevy because you just can't say no to a good motor and trans for free. That is good info to have on the buick motor though. My next plan is to build,bore,and stroke a Z code 4.3 H.O. and stick that in there. Only after the 350 dies of course.
Oizarod115 Posted September 22, 2006 Posted September 22, 2006 The price was right for the chevy because you just can't say no to a good motor and trans for free. That is good info to have on the buick motor though. My next plan is to build,bore,and stroke a Z code 4.3 H.O. and stick that in there. Only after the 350 dies of course. whats wrong with the 350 that you're plannin on it not lasting? isnt that alot of work to throw away? badarse jeep btw :popcorn:
possum Posted September 25, 2006 Author Posted September 25, 2006 The price was right for the chevy because you just can't say no to a good motor and trans for free. That is good info to have on the buick motor though. My next plan is to build,bore,and stroke a Z code 4.3 H.O. and stick that in there. Only after the 350 dies of course. whats wrong with the 350 that you're plannin on it not lasting? isnt that alot of work to throw away? badarse jeep btw :popcorn: Nothing is wrong with the ole' 350 she runs beautifully. I just have the 4.3 handy, you never can start too soon on planning the next big hole in the bottom of your wallet. And I really wouldn't have to change much to swap between the two.
jeepguy581 Posted February 3, 2009 Posted February 3, 2009 I'm getting ready to drop a 350 in my comanche. With that being said, I was wondering how your engine swap has done? any issues with the solid engine mounts that you used?
JeepcoMJ Posted February 3, 2009 Posted February 3, 2009 wow. you just posted the first post in this thread in about 3 years... :huh???:
possum Posted February 3, 2009 Author Posted February 3, 2009 No real problem with the solid motor mounts. Just a little bit of vibration.
jtdesigns Posted February 4, 2009 Posted February 4, 2009 well 3 years.... Is the old iron still chugging?
jbhill Posted February 4, 2009 Posted February 4, 2009 what year/vehicle is that motor out of? i need those manifolds for mine...
ICEBOX Posted February 9, 2009 Posted February 9, 2009 Is this truck a 4X4 if so . can i get info and pics on the drivetrain ?? what you use or adapted with ?? thanks
pilotblake Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 What radiator did you finally use, seeing that this is thread has some history. I am tired of having to take out my thermostat in the summer just to keep the V8 within reason. My radiator is an all aluminum one that fit in the stock location without messing with the steering box. I looked at this one, put the price tag is hard to swallow. http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?autofilter=1&part=BCI%2D60185&N=700+4294924755+4294908280+4294908279+4294924500+4294839040+115&autoview=sku I know you get what you pay for, but has anyone actually run one on the trail? It would be worth it if it would actually work.
ICEBOX Posted March 20, 2009 Posted March 20, 2009 Guys ,I would like to get info on putting a v8 chevy in mine !!!! anyone and everyone who has info on a build up please drop me a line. my motor is shot. so now is the time to decide. I'd like info on what drive drain was used. and what adaptors are needed. I have the motor mounts . and a motor . thanks !! :cheers:
possum Posted March 20, 2009 Author Posted March 20, 2009 well 3 years.... Is the old iron still chugging? Oh yeah she is still running strong. Gonna put in a new trans as the current one is getting kinda slushy.
possum Posted March 20, 2009 Author Posted March 20, 2009 what year/vehicle is that motor out of? i need those manifolds for mine... They are stock from the van I pulled the motor from. It was a 1984 Chevy G20 cargo van.
possum Posted March 20, 2009 Author Posted March 20, 2009 What radiator did you finally use, seeing that this is thread has some history. I am tired of having to take out my thermostat in the summer just to keep the V8 within reason. My radiator is an all aluminum one that fit in the stock location without messing with the steering box. I looked at this one, put the price tag is hard to swallow. http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?autofilter=1&part=BCI%2D60185&N=700+4294924755+4294908280+4294908279+4294924500+4294839040+115&autoview=sku I know you get what you pay for, but has anyone actually run one on the trail? It would be worth it if it would actually work. Believe it or not I am still using the stock 2.8 rad. It gets a little warm on hot days when I am not moving. Otherwise it runs right around 200 - 220 which is normal with a chevy v8. They make restrictor plates to go in place of your thermostat with different size holes. You might want to try one of those. They are cheap and it might be an easy fix. With no thermostat or restrictor your coolant will flow too fast and the rad cannot do it's job correctly. :thumbsup:
possum Posted March 20, 2009 Author Posted March 20, 2009 Is this truck a 4X4 if so . can i get info and pics on the drivetrain ?? what you use or adapted with ?? thanks Nope 2wd w/ mopar 8 3/4 rear with a spool.
ICEBOX Posted March 21, 2009 Posted March 21, 2009 Ok thank you . I really wannted to make a 4x4 . I have a 2wd here now I can v8. but not sure what I wanna do yet . I have motor mounts for a v8 chevy for the jeep .
Casper2000 Posted April 1, 2009 Posted April 1, 2009 Novak Conversions are helping me out a lot with my LS1 swap. For almost $2000 they have almost all the parts i need to finish it up :banana: :banana: :banana:
WyoCherokee Posted April 2, 2009 Posted April 2, 2009 Why the smog stuff? i don't think you need it in your state, or do you? rip that stuff out and youl probably get better mileage and more power for sure
possum Posted April 2, 2009 Author Posted April 2, 2009 What smog stuff? I don't even have a cat. :hmm:
WyoCherokee Posted April 3, 2009 Posted April 3, 2009 arent those particulate canisters on the fenders?
possum Posted April 3, 2009 Author Posted April 3, 2009 I don't know what they are. They only have one vaccum line hooked to the carb. I thought they were vaccum storage canisters. I just kept it hooked up when I put the new carb on.
WyoCherokee Posted April 3, 2009 Posted April 3, 2009 that could be. i don't see why you would need em on a 350 unless you used them for the front axle wit hthe vaccum engage if your runnin that type. they kindof look like perticulate canisters to me so thats why i was curious
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