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Old 02-23-2018, 12:42 AM   #6
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Re: Planning Ahead - Engine Swap

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Originally Posted by garyd1961 View Post
GM L31-R crate motor with a TCI Street fighter th350 trans is what I'm running. The only problem I had was the pan gasket on the trans leaking which seems to be a common thing. I got it fixed with a new gasket but if it ever leaks again I think I will install a better oil pan.
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Another vote for the L31 Vortec. It's a great, reliable motor. Put in an HT 383 cam and you'll be running around 330 HP and close to 400 ft/lb torque with rams horns manifolds and a Quadrajet.
Nice to see two of the same.
Can I use the same headers and what about the vacuum operated ac/heater valves and brake booster?
What transmission do you have? I'm sure that getting rid of the 3 speed will help alot.
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