There was no rush, so, why not relax and set it up. 1967-72 A-Body V8 273/318 Replacement or Upgrade Kit. The 440 will fit on the same K-member. Those big engines with tall intakes, do need a longer cable. Then there should be no problem save the mounts being crushed/worn. In doing the /6-V8 swap, I have used both kits. I am no gearhead or performance junkie. Swap out your Slant 6 for a B/RB big block V8 power-plant with this engine swap set. They're about $20. Works on vehicleswith or without power steering. The 8 1/4 rear will hold up to a street 318. Research it. i also found that it would have been cheaper to do the k member swap.because for me headers fitting right was an issue. Originally focused on the Ram Charger / Trail Duster, our members own, drive and wrench on Mopars from the 40s to the current day. I lack the time and place right now. Trucks use a rear sump, not sure about vans. This is a popular area for discussion. The /6 and 318 transmission cooler lines will be bent differently. JavaScript is disabled. Chassis Swap Kit. On the Circle of the earth, Southern Man,Canada. 33293 Views 18 Replies 14 Participants Last post by Swampwalker3, . MSRP $175.99 set. 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.. Build it for speed, and it can put a lightweight car into the 12-second quarter-mile range. Thanks! Just doing some parts lookup.looks like the V8 clutch is a 10.5" 23-spline set up. 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. The engine compartment is too small and one problem leads to another. banditluda said. Only the Hemi requires special pieces. No, not that I'm aware of. Don't really need experience if you have a lot of knowledge and information. Add to Wishlist. Make your engine swap easier with this motor mount swap set. You have to use the right clutch! 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Trans-Dapt Performance Engine Swap Motor Mounts 4695 Motor Mounts, Engine Swap, Complete Mount, Bolt-In, Steel/Rubber, Black/Black, Dodge, Plymouth, Slant 6 to V8, Kit Part Number: TRD-4695 ( 9 ) Estimated Ship Date: Monday 2/27/2023 $70.99 Add To Cart Compare Wish List Pioneer Automotive Motor Mounts 602250 You do not have to change the K member, however. There are no products listed under this category. Jan 21, 2013. Rock Auto is one source. Six cylinder conversions will require the change to the V-8 K-member. 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. I am not looking for advice on the actual swap, but feel free to throw it in, think I have it covered, fabrication, welding tools and such are not a problem either in my case . Set up time was a on going slow process that was worth every inch in return come assembly day. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. You can find a v-8 A body like yours, and whack the motor mounts out of it. 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. S. 73 Roadrunner 318 w/ newer 440 swap. I'm not familiar with slant-6 trucks, but the 318/360/400 & cummins all mount to the same suspension cross members. Use the brackets and insulators from a 273 and bolt in a 273, or 318. MSRP $175.99 set. 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. The price of radiators have gone up sense last time I looked. It seems as though if there were mounts at least twice the thickness as what exists in the pictures, it would be closer. I'm dry fitting my 318 block to my 72 k frame. and one things not right. its neat to pull up to a light with that 484/284 cam with its lopy idle windows up and not sweating. RamchargerCentral.Com is a Dodge truck community built by a vast number of experienced owners. But there are seemingly 2 issues. 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. Whatever your goals, building and modifying a Slant Six is a lot of fun. both of which use the small block bolt pattern. Ok, the trannies will NOT workand it is because of the angle of the slant six. A basic LA 318 should work too. I don't have my interchange manual at the house,it's at the shop, but any salvage yard worth a damn should be able to tell you if a bellhousing for a 318 and a six are the same. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Copyright 2023, Schumacher Creative Services Inc. - Engine Swaps. Is this a bolt in swap or is it more??? 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. You must log in or register to reply here. Transmission - If you go 727, the shift linkage you have will work, but the slant 6 kickdown will not. Includes: (2) Polyurethane GM Motor Mounts. I want to replace the 6 with either a 318 or 360. MSRP $175.99 set. Check if this part fits your vehicle . using a Slant 6 distributor and a flathead dizzy shaft . The slant six, the V-8, and the Hemi. 5.9 Magnum powered Dodge Dart with the wheels up! JavaScript is disabled. Lol, 1st you prob. also, I got a A-833 o/d too, it'll handle about 300hp, so anything over a stock 318, and you'll need a 8 3/4 rear end to handle the power. Don't know if that 3-speed will bolt up to a V8 bellhousing. Just what do I need to change out the 6? by jopa Tue Jun 20, 2006 12:57 pm, Post Note: The mounts can be shifted somewhat front-to-back (to allow the transmission mount to align with the transmission mount crossmember) and . The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. i did that swap. It may not display this or other websites correctly. 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. Kits include coated brackets, urethane spool bushings, grade 8 hardware kit, and instructions. they are the same. 2. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. You are using an out of date browser. 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.. Unless you want to go all out on engine, which just get a 360 crate, stick with the six, and make the car nice. Swapping a 6 cyl. 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. All said and done, it's a pretty straight forward swap. Oct 9, 2017 #2 BudW Moderator Staff member Joined Mar 4, 2012 It does well enough empty, but when pulling a trailer or with a load in the back it doesn't like hills. This effectively lowers the perch and is detailed in the instructions. FWIW, upgrade your radiator to a brand new radiator if you can and be ahead of the game. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. A Slant Six built for economy can get almost 30 miles per gallon. Nate Breece :gr_patrio 1994 B250 Ram Van Conversion by Elk 5.2L Magnum 2008 Grand Caravan SXT 3.8L Member of: 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. The splines are the sameit may work or it may not. (pre magnum) i used the shumacker kit. 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. Everyone who hasn't done it, thinks that a K-member swap looks intimidating It is really very simple and easy to do. A helpful tip for engine swappers: Imagine a manual transmission with a bell housing; now imagine a 904 or 727 sitting by itself. 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. The 318 uses certain pieces, the 340 and 360 use the same pieces, and the 383, 400, and 440 use the same pieces. Add to Wishlist. Superspare; Oct 17, 2022; 1971 - 1974 Mopars; 2. In particular a Chrysler Flathead 6 (in my case a stock 251) to a SB Chrysler (in my case a LA 318) engine swap. Long term consists of making it fun while keeping it a daily. Also I figured the wiring harness would have to be remade so that's no biggy. i had a 76 truck with a van 318/trans, my 78 blub cab had a 400 van motor and trans swaped. 3. 1973-74 Mopar A / B-Body Slant 6 To B/Rb Big Block Engine Motor Mount Swap Set. Engine Conversion and Replacement Kit. At 59.2 . 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. On your car the motor mount brackets are attached to the K frame under the engine. in a 1974 dodge dart. I did the Slant 6 to 318 swap a few years back. The units are available for a . thats all i remember for know, its been years. . I have a 1980 Volare Duster and recently decided I want to do a slant six to 318 swap. 426 Hemi, 440 Big Block, and 340 Small Block engine swap solutions for your classic Dodge, Chrysler, or Plymouth. I used my slant's 3 speed on my 318 and on my 340. You will need the motor mount brackets. . both of which use the big block bolt pattern. what body will be used? 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 slant six transmissions are different from the v-8 ones, as well as the small block trannys are different from the big block ones. 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. I'm thinking about yanking the slant for a 318, but would like to keep the manual trans. I had a Valiant slant 6 and ended up selling it, just didn't make me smile enough. Convert the ignition with a conversion kit while your swapping things. Make your engine swap easier with this motor mount swap set. Just different rubber mounts. http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/showthread.php?17287-Your-Guide-to-the-727-904-transmission, http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showpost.php?p=81058&postcount=46, http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showpost.php?p=81407&postcount=52. it is NOT a direct swap. Classic set. I noticed the 318 has an Electric Fuel Pump, and I was wondering if anyone has ever done this, I want to know if the wiring . Your source for V8 Dodge Magnum Engine Swap-related tech. '61-'71 Dodge Sweptline Truck Online Community, Post The biggeraxle is also going to be 8.25-8,75, with 5X4.5 bolt pattern. While big changes have been happening with Schumacher Creative Services, we are excited to continue to provide the same quality and innovation you expect! how much work to swap out the engine to the six?..am new to dodgesb so bear with me. The engine I have found is from a 2001 . If I remember correctly the cable gets a gentle loop with a turn to the carb, I can't imagine using a shorter cable. WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. 1967-72 Dart, Duster, Valiant, etc. The drivers side mount location on the k frame seems to be oriented further forward than the passenger side, but the mounting locations on the block look to be relatively symmetrical. Works on vehicles with or without power steering. I would like to know what all will and will not be needed in order to do so. It might hold up behind a mild 318 but I'd plan on eventually replacing it with an 8.25" rear axle. 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