. The Super Coupe stays as my gas guzzling summer car. BC Champion 3 Row Radiator for 1965 1966 Plymouth Valiant Slant 6 Engine #CC6566. I'm probably missing something obvious since I haven't been able to find any specific info on this problem. I have a 1980 Volare Duster and recently decided I want to do a slant six to 318 swap. {fitment} No, not that I'm aware of. 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. A Slant Six built for economy can get almost 30 miles per gallon. Every thing goes in smooth. Superspare; Oct 17, 2022; Welcome Wagon; Replies 8 Views 260. (1) Right LS Swap Motor Mount. A basic LA 318 should work too. .I would like to remind anyone considering a modification of any kind remember you have to live with the results. What model transmission is it? Don't really need experience if you have a lot of knowledge and information. Is it a 2v or 4v carb? Engine. They are hard to find and expansive if you can find them. Did your desired combination ever exist? You have lots of options for kickdown including Lokar cables or even using easy to find 318 2bbl kickdown (yes, it will work with a 4bbl pretty easy). As said, the BB mopar bellhousings are mech. When I refer to the brackets and insulators I am referring to the steel piece that bolts to the engine, and the rubber motor mount. Oct 18, 2022. I have been wanting to swap the Slant Six for a 318 that is now in an 87 Ram. I appreciate the support. I kind of hope he does just for simplisity's sake. 273 / 318 to 340 /360 Slant 6 to Big Block Slant 6 to Small Block . Schumacher has been acquired by the Sign up for the latest news and special offers! I plan on changing that in the future as well. You are using an out of date browser. The splines are the sameit may work or it may not. Oct 2, 2004 Hi guys I got the use of my brother's computer and I need to ask a question. I used my slant's 3 speed on my 318 and on my 340. NOTE: The driver's side mounting perch on the '73 & Up K-member interferes with any V8 block and B/RB oil pump. Plan it out first. $154.95. I've used the trans-dapt kit on my Dart, everything bolted in nice and the engine placement was in the right spot. I'm glad to have the cable I have now that I'm using the Eldelbrock Victor intake with a 1" spacer. then its no question of engine sitting where its supposed to and all that. It just needs a V8 and my budget is all but non existent lol. JavaScript is disabled. The 318 uses certain pieces, the 340 and 360 use the same pieces, and the 383, 400, and 440 use the same pieces. You'll be ready when you want to go SB to BB then Oh, if your switching from a 727 - a 904, a small rear to a larger one, youll need to get your driveshaft cut down Or lengthened depending on your route. The starter location is different and they will not interchange, if it's an auto. $692.99. Locate the correct brackets and insulators and bolt it up. TRANS-DAPT PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS has been designing and manufacturing great fitting engine swap engine mount products since the 1960's.. With five decades of experience under our belt, we have amassed a broad range of vehicle-specific and universal-fit engine mount kits for swapping both old-school SB & BB Chevy, MOPAR and Ford applications, as well as, new-world LS . An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. But there are seemingly 2 issues. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Mar 12, 2010 My 82 Utiline has a slant 6/A833 combo in it. and they said u couldnt run ac with that huge intake. Thanks! What everybody else has said. just find one with a318/360 and there is the rest of your brackets for conversion also.using the shumacker mounts on f body requires grinding on your 6 cyl k frame which it end ever reusing with a 6 again. both LA engines. GM LS Engine to Small Block Chevy Chassis. V8 swap questions. Swap out your Slant 6 for a B/RB big block V8 power-plant with this engine swap set. Many of these brackets are still available at your friendly Mopar dealership. While big changes have been happening with Schumacher Creative Services, we are excited to continue to provide the same quality and innovation you expect! I think mounting to the crossmember is the same. The /6 trans won't work. When swapping out the engine in your hot rod, you need motor mounts and inserts that you can count on. Classic set. At 59.2 . Ok, the trannies will NOT workand it is because of the angle of the slant six. A 76, I would put valve seals in it and mabe a timing chain set. Bud,Get a 22" radiator It will bolt right in. The 5.9 Magnum V8 engine was Mopar's revision of the LA 360 V8 engine and the newer design contains numerous improvements over its predecessor. Hemi Performance developed this conversion kit for people that have an AP5, AP6, or VC vehicle and want to swap out their Slant 6 engine for a Small Block V8. Connecting rods and pistons are going to be stock 225 pistons and rods. $151.95. ?- truck is a 68 w200 with a NP 435, hydraulic clutch, etc. Actually the 6 Throttle cable works fine. I think I might just stay with the six for now. Add to Wishlist. Going . Copyright 2023, Schumacher Creative Services Inc. - Engine Swaps. The /6 came with a 7.25, which is marginal with even a 318. both of which use the big block bolt pattern. They have the 19.75" cable and also a 19.25" cable. 79 aspen slant six to a 360/360 horse mp crate motor. 5.9 Magnum powered Dodge Dart with the wheels up! The engine I have found is from a 2001 . You are using an out of date browser. If I remember correctly the cable gets a gentle loop with a turn to the carb, I can't imagine using a shorter cable. There was no rush, so, why not relax and set it up. i have a 73 plymouth duster, with a slant six, 3spd auto im pretty shure its a 904 trans, and a 8 1/4 rearend, will a 318 bolt right in to the transmission, please help,, i was going to get those shumacker small block conversion motor mounts so thats taken care of You need a k-frame front end from a V8 car. The slant six, the V-8, and the Hemi. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Swapping a 6 cyl. originally equipped with a Slant 6. It has a slant 6 witha manual overdrive tranny. Rock Auto is one source. Designed to put a V8 engine into cars originally equipped with a slant 6. HD539. He told me that when you're talking autos, then its the case, bellhousings are on manuals. I am thinking you have a 4spd already, so I would say mounts, bellhousing(clutch fork,clutch and pressure plate) and flywheel along with v-8 fan shroud and misc pulleys brackets(junk yard crawl). In doing the /6-V8 swap, I have used both kits. they are the same. I've had this /6 in this car for way too many years. Your transmission has a slant 6 bolt pattern, and so will only bolt to the 170/198/225 slant series of engines. Six cylinder conversions will require the change to the V-8 K-member. 1978 W150 Ex Cab 360 2bbl/727/NP203/D44-8.25, swap oil pan to truck, dont forget to change the dip stick too, engine mounts change to truck, change water pump to trucks, radiator inlet is on the wrong side change it over to trucks, the ecm or computer I think it worked but change it over too, hoses , trans swap it over to A casting , starter is the same, alt is the same , get the pulleys and brackets, throttle cable is a little long swap it over . It's the perfect engine for Mopar's early A-Body cars like a 1964 Valiant Station Wagon or a 1966 Barracuda. Ramchargers, Traildusters, Durangos and other SUVs, Rams, Power Wagons, D/W 50s, Dakotas and other tru. You have to use the right clutch! Six cylinder conversions will require the change to the V-8 K-member. the only things i did with the 318 was header,vc(for the oil cap)dip stick & tube from the other trans. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. It's definitely not a bolt in deal. A few things to keep in mind. Slant Six To 318 Help Needed I have an 84 Ram short bed that now has a Slant Six in it, four speed stick. For more info, go to - god site, lots of info you will need. AU$169.00. Don't dive in until you have most all the parts you will need. 33293 Views 18 Replies 14 Participants Last post by Swampwalker3, . About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . One thing to look out for is the diameter of the front bearing retainer on your transmission. 1973-74 Mopar A / B-Body Slant 6 To B/Rb Big Block Engine Motor Mount Swap Set. There are three basic combinations with this body style. 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. The distance on all transmissions from the crossmember mount to the front of the bellhousing or case is exactly 22.66 inches. JavaScript is disabled. 73 Roadrunner 318 w/ 440 swap. You have to use a small block v-8 transmission. Your slant six either has a 9.25" 23-spline or 10" 23-spline clutch. Manage Settings Engine Swap Motor Mounts. A forum community dedicated to all Dodge owners and enthusiasts. Oct 9, 2017 #2 BudW Moderator Staff member Joined Mar 4, 2012 it was pretty easy everything bolted up. Includes: (2) Polyurethane GM Motor Mounts. Ok, so it doesn't matter if its a 904 or 727, but I will need a small block tranny to go with the engine, correct? JavaScript is disabled. if i had it to do over again, i would use simply swap the k member. Swap out your Slant 6 for a B/RB big block V8 power-plant with this engine swap set. Note: The mounts can be shifted somewhat front-to-back (to allow the transmission mount to align with the transmission mount crossmember) and . There's a good chance the car has a 7.25" axle if it was a slant 6 car. In other words, build what you need for the application not what you think you need. Example: a '66 Charger with a 318 can become a 383 or 440 car with relative ease. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. I would like to know what all will and will not be needed in order to do so. You also need to check on the throttle linkages and kickdown linkages, because I think vans and trucks use different linkage. My 318 is a tired- am considering swapping into the truck a 225 slant six- how much work?? Just doing some parts lookup.looks like the V8 clutch is a 10.5" 23-spline set up. This effectively lowers the perch and is detailed in the instructions. 1967-72 Mopar A-Body Slant 6 To 340Ci / 360Ci Small Block Motor Swap Mount Set. But I did need to reconfig my dipstick tube,,, that won't be an issue on a SB. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Check if this part fits your vehicle . Come join the discussion about restoration, builds, performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! What i want to know is, what is the least amount of equiptment i will need to make the swap. Kits include coated brackets, urethane spool bushings, grade 8 hardware kit, and instructions. It would be best to have a parts car to access for those things you miss. View All. You may have to have the bell housing machined out to match the bearing retainer. There is nothing more disheartening than too much camshaft, not enough converter, no vacuum, too much gear to make the cruises, overheating, and miserable driving tendencies. The E-body is the easiest to swap engines in, due to the fact that it was produced for five years and every V-8 except the 273 was offered. thanks John, 1971 4-eyed Shortbed D100 225 /6 727 AT 3.23 rear running on Sweet Lady Propane, *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. There is a member here F body Deconstructor Jim. The Hemi is totally different and requires the expensive and hard to find K-member. Location. I swapped my flathead 6 and powerflite with a 1964 model poly 318 and push button aluminum 727 in my 57 Plymouth. Engine pulleys and brackets (front of engine), Throttle cable(*) and Radiator is a maybe. The engine compartment is too small and one problem leads to another. I would like to know what all will and will not be needed in order to do so. 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Originally focused on the Ram Charger / Trail Duster, our members own, drive and wrench on Mopars from the 40s to the current day. The 440 will fit on the same K-member. We started Magnumswap.com to provide low-cost high horsepower small block options to Mopar Enthusiasts. 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. When i did th swap on mine i used the slant 6 radiator. ihated bending the NEW headers on the passenger side becaause they ratteled against the frame.save yourself the trouble and swap kmembers and even use the m body motor mounts as well. Throttle cables and brackets can be a PIA. This makes engine swaps very easy, if you have a V-8 K-member. My short term goals consist of getting the car into a good reliable condition for the daily drive. Headers and bracket kits are designed specifically for your Charger, Dart, Cuda, Challenger, Valiant, and many others. A 318 Police Interceptor was essentially a 318 with 360 heads. The mounts look like any of the pictures I've seen say they should. The biggeraxle is also going to be 8.25-8,75, with 5X4.5 bolt pattern. Gives it a different feeling when driving. The /6 and 318 transmission cooler lines will be bent differently. Example: swap from an A engine to a B or RB or switch from a slant six to a V-8. If it's a manual, yeah you can use it on the 318. We also put a auto out of the donor truck. using a Slant 6 distributor and a flathead dizzy shaft . Many [San Antonio Mopar Club] members want to make engine changes from one family to another. It might hold up behind a mild 318 but I'd plan on eventually replacing it with an 8.25" rear axle. Np435 and 833 bellhousings are different. 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. Simply locate the correct brackets and insulators and bolt them in. The np 435 uses the 11" clutch, the A833 and A833OD use the 10.5" clutch. No conversion kit or anything. Auto tranny selection are the light duty 904's that went behind the 225 slant six or V8 318 and the 727's that are more heavy duty that went behind 340's and 360's. My experience with a 318 was it took some massaging to . Whatever your goals, building and modifying a Slant Six is a lot of fun. Works on vehicleswith or without power steering. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. All V-8 K-members were the same, except for the Hemi. 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