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mstrgrn · 04-08-2006, 02:28 PM

I am planning on doing a motor and trans swap at my buddies garage in one weekend, I want to make sure I am going to have everything that may go wrong with me, since it will HAVE to be completed in one weekend.

Anything that you guys have run into or any suggestions in preparation would be appreciated.

I already have new motor mounts, should i get new bolts - if so, do you know the type and size i will need?

I know the basics like new header gaskets and stuff like that, i am mainly looking for the stuff i MAY OVERLOOK while trying to gather everything together before trying to tackle this project.

You know how it is even with every small project we try - something always goes wrong - not all the parts are there, or they arent correct so you have to go back and replace them later.

Any help appreciated, and the luck welcome

krue · 04-08-2006, 04:19 PM

What engine are you replacing with what?

mstrgrn · 04-08-2006, 04:49 PM

I have a 305, runs but i got another one from a buddy -
the main reason is i have a new TH350 that is going in and i got a free motor with less miles on it - plus i knew the owner

BTW i am going to need to get rid of the engine and trans coming out - no cost, but pick up only, i dont want to bother shipping something i am not making any money on. I will be in the Easton PA area when the motor comes out - still runs, trans works, but leaks - i have offered them to a buddy of mine, but if he does not take it and anyone needs a working motor for anything...let me know

jhow66 · 04-08-2006, 04:53 PM

Call Murphy 1st to see if he is on vacation.

mstrgrn · 04-08-2006, 04:56 PM

exactly - with my luck lately he never goes on vacation

shifty · 04-08-2006, 06:51 PM

make sure your tranny linkage is correct.

trailzen · 04-08-2006, 07:57 PM

Case of beer?And about 5 good friends because **** is going to happen and good friends can always save your bacon

d4xycrq · 04-08-2006, 08:57 PM

Mstrgrn,

Ray Wilson, here. I'm down here below Allentown. I'll take the eng and trans if your friend falls through. Let me know.

610-473-1499 d4xycrq@dejazzd.com

Ray

QUOTE=mstrgrn]I have a 305, runs but i got another one from a buddy -
the main reason is i have a new TH350 that is going in and i got a free motor with less miles on it - plus i knew the owner

BTW i am going to need to get rid of the engine and trans coming out - no cost, but pick up only, i dont want to bother shipping something i am not making any money on. I will be in the Easton PA area when the motor comes out - still runs, trans works, but leaks - i have offered them to a buddy of mine, but if he does not take it and anyone needs a working motor for anything...let me know[/QUOTE]

72armyswbtruck · 04-09-2006, 12:55 PM

It is an easy swap if the engines are the same, 305 to 305 or even a 305 to a 350 same block size, tranny swap from a 350 to a 350 tranny easy as cake to swithc, I would suggest that you remove the front clip first, only takes about 10 bolts and the cowl screws but makes getting the engine and tranny in so much easier....
Check the FAQ's for the how to with nifty pics
Good luck with the swap

mstrgrn · 04-09-2006, 02:24 PM

can you take the whole clip off with out twisting anything up?

04-08-2006, 02:28 PM	#1
mstrgrn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: jersey Posts: 64	Weekend Prep... I am planning on doing a motor and trans swap at my buddies garage in one weekend, I want to make sure I am going to have everything that may go wrong with me, since it will HAVE to be completed in one weekend. Anything that you guys have run into or any suggestions in preparation would be appreciated. I already have new motor mounts, should i get new bolts - if so, do you know the type and size i will need? I know the basics like new header gaskets and stuff like that, i am mainly looking for the stuff i MAY OVERLOOK while trying to gather everything together before trying to tackle this project. You know how it is even with every small project we try - something always goes wrong - not all the parts are there, or they arent correct so you have to go back and replace them later. Any help appreciated, and the luck welcome

04-08-2006, 04:19 PM	#2
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: Weekend Prep... What engine are you replacing with what? __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

04-08-2006, 04:49 PM	#3
mstrgrn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: jersey Posts: 64	Re: Weekend Prep... I have a 305, runs but i got another one from a buddy - the main reason is i have a new TH350 that is going in and i got a free motor with less miles on it - plus i knew the owner BTW i am going to need to get rid of the engine and trans coming out - no cost, but pick up only, i dont want to bother shipping something i am not making any money on. I will be in the Easton PA area when the motor comes out - still runs, trans works, but leaks - i have offered them to a buddy of mine, but if he does not take it and anyone needs a working motor for anything...let me know Last edited by mstrgrn; 04-08-2006 at 04:55 PM.

04-08-2006, 04:53 PM	#4
jhow66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Knoxville Tenn. Posts: 3,058	Re: Weekend Prep... Call Murphy 1st to see if he is on vacation. __________________ 56 Chevy Bel-Air 2dr. HT (purchased new) 71 Chevy Cheyenne SWB PU (502HO) 65 GMC short bed step--work in progress and my gofer

04-08-2006, 04:56 PM	#5
mstrgrn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: jersey Posts: 64	Re: Weekend Prep... exactly - with my luck lately he never goes on vacation

04-08-2006, 06:51 PM	#6
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: Weekend Prep... make sure your tranny linkage is correct. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

04-08-2006, 07:57 PM	#7
trailzen Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 71	Re: Weekend Prep... Case of beer?And about 5 good friends because **** is going to happen and good friends can always save your bacon

04-08-2006, 08:57 PM	#8
d4xycrq Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Boyertown Pennsylvania Posts: 37	Re: Weekend Prep... Mstrgrn, Ray Wilson, here. I'm down here below Allentown. I'll take the eng and trans if your friend falls through. Let me know. 610-473-1499 d4xycrq@dejazzd.com Ray QUOTE=mstrgrn]I have a 305, runs but i got another one from a buddy - the main reason is i have a new TH350 that is going in and i got a free motor with less miles on it - plus i knew the owner BTW i am going to need to get rid of the engine and trans coming out - no cost, but pick up only, i dont want to bother shipping something i am not making any money on. I will be in the Easton PA area when the motor comes out - still runs, trans works, but leaks - i have offered them to a buddy of mine, but if he does not take it and anyone needs a working motor for anything...let me know[/QUOTE]

04-09-2006, 12:55 PM	#9
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: Weekend Prep... It is an easy swap if the engines are the same, 305 to 305 or even a 305 to a 350 same block size, tranny swap from a 350 to a 350 tranny easy as cake to swithc, I would suggest that you remove the front clip first, only takes about 10 bolts and the cowl screws but makes getting the engine and tranny in so much easier.... Check the FAQ's for the how to with nifty pics Good luck with the swap __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

04-09-2006, 02:24 PM	#10
mstrgrn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: jersey Posts: 64	Re: Weekend Prep... can you take the whole clip off with out twisting anything up?



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