If you've got a 4. There are at least a dozen different companies that make V6-to-V8 conversion kits that include motor mounts, exhaust headers and sometimes a transmission mount. They're laser cut, precision bent, powder coated and feature polyurethane bushings. Comes with a lifetime free replacement warranty on the bushings. Another option is the aftermarket radiator made by Modine and sold by Stealth Conversions.
Unlike others, our kit positions the engine so there is no steering interference and maintains the proper drive-line angle for smooth highway cruising. We probably had 15 hrs on it. My hats off to the guys at code 504, they really did their homework when developing this conversion kit. Traction The S-10 and S-15 trucks, in particular, are noted for terrible wheelhop even with stock engines. For this reason our high-clearance pan is a must for any vehicle that has been lowered.
Knell estimates an experienced mechanic with the proper equipment should be able to complete the engine swap in about 100 hours. In either case, you cannot go wrong! Two-wheel-drive S-10s came with several different rearends. After removing both mounting bolts you can easily remove the core support. If you want a 350 S10 you can be happy with, treat the entire truck as a system, upgrading your chassis, brakes and drivetrain to make it all work together. Note that a typical swap kit consists of motor mounts, sometimes tranny mounts, and exhaust manifolds or headers. S10 V8 Engine Swap, Part 2 From the crew at StreetTrucks.
Ford 9-inch axles narrowed to fit are popular, but you may be able to save some money narrowing your donor vehicle's axle. Engine swap motor mounts are available without pads and in kits that contain all mounts, rubber or polyurethane pads, and mounting hardware for a variety of cars, trucks and jeeps. These headers offer many feature that are normally only on custom race headers. Start by removing the hood and grille shell. Feel free to give us a call at 402. Comes with a lifetime free replacement warranty on the bushings.
I started the installation Monday evening and completed it in four evenings with the help of my cousin. Cooling Keeping a transplanted V-8 cool is a challenge, since the swap leaves so little room for a decent fan. In most states, the engine used cannot be older than the chassis for emissions compliance. The motor is finally gone. Hedmans Fred Siemsen told us that since each companys headers are shaped differently, theyll only fit around fenderwells and past the steering shaft when the same companys motor mounts are holding the engine in place. Remember the old adage about time, talent and money: the less you have of one, the more you'll need of the other two. In California, for example, your replacement engine cant be older than your vehicle, and it must carry all of the original smog equipment.
In fact, some might say it's the last hot-rod, the ultimate incarnation of the old-school recipe for going fast: a big V-8 swap into a simple, lightweight, full-frame chassis. If your state laws allow you to put a carbureted engine into your truck, then do it. Add V-8 power and you likely wont be able to hook it up. Later-model fuel injected engines may require stand-alone fuel management of transmission management computers. You may need to move or modify the core support to install it.
Our stepped headers offer great high rpm performance while retaining good low and mid-range power. If your engine is bone stock, an inexpensive 200-R4 may be a good option. The end result, though, when youre finally able to boil your S-trucks hides, should be well worth the effort. Now with the fenders and core support out of the way we can concentrate on the wiring and exhaust removal. These long tube headers feature bolt-on race inspired collectors for ease of installation and tuning of primary length.
The cost, however, is more than double that of the Corvette radiator. Code 504 has spent a lot of time designing this product which will save you many hours of trial and error designing your own to get it right. Given the availability of V6-to-V8 swap kits, replacing an anemic six-banger with a fire-breathing small-block is practically a bolt-in ordeal. Go the other way and install Vette valve covers on a Camaro motor. S-10s and similar mini-trucks have plenty of room for a V8, and Camaros have always had a V8 option.
It comes with two longer bolt for install. We offer several sizes of headers so you can match them to your engine combination. Buy the books, surf the sites, and be prepared for long hours of hard work or for writing a big check. Our Girdle is cnc machined aluminum and goes over the original mating flange, wraps around the tube, and fastens using both bolt holes. But a modern S-10 street machine doesn't have to be a hot, loud, overheating, ill-tempered, evil-handling, homicidal little monster of a thing. If you have Internet access, youll find a number of Web sites devoted to S-10 V-8 swaps. Their customer service is second to none, making the entire process that much easier.
You can now remove the motor mounts for more clearance. Weve been able to show you the major components that go into the S-10 V-8 swap, but the complete list of parts you may need for this conversion is huge, ranging from radiator supports to tapered leaf-spring shims. This is especially critical if you're looking for a more modern engine with fuel injection, a computer-controlled 700-R4 or 4L60-E or anything other kind of electronic component. It comes with two longer bolts for install. If you want your 1947-1954 Chevy short box truck to drive like a modern vehicle but don't want to spend thousands of dollars for an aftermarket frame, our bolt-on S-10 chassis upgrade conversion is a great solution for a common problem. The stock S10 axle and differential might survive for a little while if the truck was originally a V-6, but it will grenade when combined with a decent set of drag tires and more than 300 foot-pounds of small-block torque. It helps to have a bucket to drain the coolant into.