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rocket_man_69
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Posted - March 12 : 9:07a

Hi Everyone.

I have found a dirt cheap 1990 chevrolet v8, i want to put this motor in and swap out my tiny v6. I alraedy know that the v8 will bolt right up to my 4 speed tranny. But i need to know if there any sensors or what exactly i need to change. I know that i need to change out the computer for a v8 one, but i was never really told anything else. Someone wanna help me out on this one???

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ryan

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Posted - March 12 : 12:26p

How much of the engine are you getting? Does it have the sensors on, say, the intake manifold and engine block already?

I *believe* the wiring harness will plug right in, since the engines are so similar.

I did a sample lookup on NapaOnline, and a lot of the parts are the same. I guess make a checklist and look them up for both vehicles.

And by the way, as long as you have the engine out, I'd replace the clutch. It'll save you the headache later.

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