It just needs a V8 and my budget is all but non existent lol. Actually the 6 Throttle cable works fine. View Product Details. To do the swap you need to cut out the 6cyl frame mounts and weld in V8 frame mounts from a donor car or make your own. The /6 came with a 7.25, which is marginal with even a 318. V8 swap questions. Example: a '66 Charger with a 318 can become a 383 or 440 car with relative ease. It seems as though if there were mounts at least twice the thickness as what exists in the pictures, it would be closer. If the engine mounts are from an A body 318, is so no problems. It's not what you buy, it's what you build. I think mounting to the crossmember is the same. First of all, what transmission came stock in a 74 Duster slant six car? Add to Wishlist. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. 3.9 tbi to 5.9 carb, 2wd. The slant six transmissions are different from the v-8 ones, as well as the small block trannys are different from the big block ones. Where the outlaws live. On the Circle of the earth, Southern Man,Canada. .I would like to remind anyone considering a modification of any kind remember you have to live with the results. Is this a bolt in swap or is it more??? There are no products listed under this category. and they said u couldnt run ac with that huge intake. Superspare; Oct 17, 2022; Welcome Wagon; Replies 8 Views 260. $250.99. You can find a v-8 A body like yours, and whack the motor mounts out of it. Continue with Recommended Cookies. Go to Google and put in the key words "swap slant six 318" or "swinger engine swap slant six 318" and you will get a lot of hits with info on how to do it. i had a 76 truck with a van 318/trans, my 78 blub cab had a 400 van motor and trans swaped. I just got used 318 a body mounts off a guy. its all direct bolt ins. Powered by Shopify, Schumacher Creative Services, Inc. 951.440.8340, '73+ A, B, C, F, M, J-Body Slant 6 to 273/318 or 340/360, Schumacher Creative Services Inc. - Engine Swaps, choosing a selection results in a full page refresh. Only the Hemi requires special pieces. Swap out the K-member now, as it's only 4 bolts, some suspension removal and re-assembly, then bolt the V8 right in, stock or Schumacher mounts. The 383/400 are B-series engines and the 413/426/440 are RB engines. Free shipping. Ideally the swap kit. Small Block Positive battery cable and neutral safety switch harness. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. what body will be used? a stock 318 will put out maybe 175-200 hp. Somebody please list out the parts needed so I can start buying. I have a 1980 Volare Duster and recently decided I want to do a slant six to 318 swap. I did the Slant 6 to 318 swap a few years back. 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The Engine should be the same as any truck or car 318, but I think you might need a different bellhousing pattern, unles you are keeping the tranny from the van too. I've used the trans-dapt kit on my Dart, everything bolted in nice and the engine placement was in the right spot. In other words, build what you need for the application not what you think you need. A place to do it, the time to do it, and the money to do it. Unless you want to go all out on engine, which just get a 360 crate, stick with the six, and make the car nice. its neat to pull up to a light with that 484/284 cam with its lopy idle windows up and not sweating. Replies 22 The splines are the same.it may work or it may not. . All said and done, it's a pretty straight forward swap. (1) Left LS Swap Motor Mount. Don't know if that 3-speed will bolt up to a V8 bellhousing. There are three basic combinations with this body style. 318 swap? $118.99. Dont want to weld on the chassis for engine mounts, etc. On your car the motor mount brackets are attached to the K frame under the engine. linkage. MSRP $175.99 set. I lost the folder that had all of the details on throttle cables. Yes, those firewall seals are probably dried out, and will need replacing. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . Cheaper & simple. Just doing some parts lookup.looks like the V8 clutch is a 10.5" 23-spline set up. Many [San Antonio Mopar Club] members want to make engine changes from one family to another. Manage Settings Also I haven't bought anything for the swap just yet on account that I lack 2 of the 3 main things you need to do just about anything major to a car. Install a 273/318, or 340/360 with our spool mount conversion that positions a V8 engine to factory specs on your original '73 and up A, B, F, M, J-Body (and '74 & up C-Body) Slant 6 K-member. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. JavaScript is disabled. Page 1 of 1. It is easy to do all this. This effectively lowers the perch and is detailed in the instructions. You also need to check on the throttle linkages and kickdown linkages, because I think vans and trucks use different linkage. Throttle cables and brackets can be a PIA. The two transmission bolt patterns are ABSOLUTELY NOT . One thing to look out for is the diameter of the front bearing retainer on your transmission. ?- truck is a 68 w200 with a NP 435, hydraulic clutch, etc. thats all i remember for know, its been years. I need a replacement engine and I was thinking about getting a newer model 360 to put in it, one that is fuel injected. A forum community dedicated to hot rod owners and enthusiasts. just changed a 6 to a 318, 74 duster,have a 8,25 rear end, didnt want to change k member, used shumacher mounts,requires drivers side motor mount to be shortened, and a 9/16 hole to be drilled,template comes with mounts, used a 904 from small block,drive shaft worked that came with 6 ,,,you add 180 lbs by going 318, but i used a aluminum intake and headers which removed nearly 100 lbs,all they recommend to change is shocks, and according to headers you have to change the steering arm to a v8 car, it has a curve , the 6 cylinder is straight arm. I also plan on keeping the 7 1/4 rear for at least a little while. the only things i did with the 318 was header,vc(for the oil cap)dip stick & tube from the other trans. by Hobcobble Tue Jun 20, 2006 2:15 pm, Post Yes! take your time and get your workspace ready. Big blocks can be installed in the later A-bodies by using the 383 K-member, brackets and insulators. 2. There are three basic questions to be asked. There are three basic combinations with this body style. You are using an out of date browser. Jul 21, 2021 #2 Aspen500 Well-Known Member. Had an exhaust shop weld in a new exhaust for a couple hundred bucks. . Includes: (2) Polyurethane GM Motor Mounts. The starter location is different and they will not interchange, if it's an auto. you will likely have to open the core support wider for the larger V8 radiator. Whatever you're thinking about doing from routine maintenance to full-on restoration, odds are somebody around here already has. A third alternative, though it requires more skill, would be to cut the ears off the slant 6 subframe and weld them in the location for the V8. The /6 trans won't work. $692.99. No conversion kit or anything. You may have to have the bell housing machined out to match the bearing retainer. Joined Feb 14, 2015 Messages 6,446 Reaction score 2,253 Location Check if this part fits your vehicle . VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. The slant six, the V-8, and the Hemi. It's been a while but I think the tranny is different because of the engine angle, I was thinking it changed the location of the starter etc. I'm glad to have the cable I have now that I'm using the Eldelbrock Victor intake with a 1" spacer. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. i used the pan,mounts,water pump,dipstick and tube from the van. Another 11 second run down the quarter mile. It is currently a 225 slant with a 2bbl carb and an A230 3 speed manual trans on the floor with a 7.25 rear and a 2.76 gear. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date if the balance is not paid in full . thanks John then its no question of engine sitting where its supposed to and all that. Kits include coated brackets, urethane spool bushings, grade 8 hardware kit, and instructions. I want to replace the 6 with either a 318 or 360. Daniel Defense firearms, parts and accessories. I do plan on keeping the a230 for at least the time being. Engine. You must log in or register to reply here. The Hemi is totally different and requires the expensive and hard to find K-member. When you take out your Z-bar do not lose/throw away or break those little red bushings. The slant six, the V-8, and the Hemi. originally equipped with a Slant 6. They're about $20. 426 Hemi, 440 Big Block, and 340 Small Block engine swap solutions for your classic Dodge, Chrysler, or Plymouth. Stay away from big blocks in this body. how much work to swap out the engine to the six?..am new to dodgesb so bear with me. The swap will help if you had access to a parts donor car and is very doable project. Schumacher Creative Services, Inc. 951.440.8340 It does well enough empty, but when pulling a trailer or with a load in the back it doesn't like hills. Anyone have either for sale? 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