BWAHAHAHHAHA!!! Good luck man. I think there might be one DSM in existence with a big V8, and I'm sure it cost thousands upon THOUSANDS of dollars to accomplish.

 

Everything will have to be fabbed one off.

 

There was one example a long time ago of an LT1 engine stuffed into a 1G, the guy put the car up for sale before he could finish the project and the car was never heard from again.

If you're trying this on a fwd chasis, forget about it. The only setup that would probably work would be a Northstar engine and trans.

If you have an AWD chasis, you'll have to do some notching and bracketing to the crossmembers get the transmission to fit where the transfer case normally sits. Fabricated brackets for the engine and transmission. New rear end, unless you trust an IRS rear end to withstand the torque should you decide the carb, header, and cams aren't enough.

My advice: Take the 350 engine and trans (it is in proper working order, and you did check the VIN's on both to make sure they're not stolen, right?), keep it in your garage and hunt for a good rust free GM vehicle to put them in. Personally, I've always had a thing for those late '70's early 80's Malibu wagons. Nothing like a sleeper G-body wagon.

 

There was one example a long time ago of an LT1 engine stuffed into a 1G, the guy put the car up for sale before he could finish the project and the car was never heard from again.

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Actually, it was an LS1.

 

350? i say go with a 572 BIG BLOCK. hook it up noob. that would be aawweessoommee! (sarcasm)

 

I dont even think thatd fit... the engine bay is small! Get a 240sx shell and drop it in or an old 280z.

 

All I can say is why? 4g63 is a way better engine.

 

You must be lost...the sheep and mullet combs can be found at www.ls1tech.com

 

I think it's a great idea! I bet it will even fit the stock motor mounts. Just make sure you add some prothanes to deal with all that torque!

 

I would like you guys experience with something.

Just today, I was offered a 350 engine, transmission, etc. to me for free.

if you're getting it for free, then just take it and sell it......

 

I agree, sell it, and put the money into your 4g63. I have heard of at least 3 4g63 engines out there making 1000 hp plus or minus a few hp. and they are on Mitsu blocks, cranks and heads. Tweaked yes but not aftermarket castings/forgings. No Chevy will do that.

So, why frig around? you want power, work the little 2 liter.

 

Thanx for the opinions and advice. I take them with good regard.

Have any of you seen this: http://www.v8miata.com/default.asp ??

That's a V8 in a tiny Miata. I should also include that the 350 and trans is said to be FWD. Does any of that make a difference to your opinions?

 

miata's are rwd, i didnt even look at the link though. ive heard alot of people throwing 350's in miata's.

one of my dream projects would be a 350 in a 280z

i dont think it would be worth it to put it in a dsm though, just to much money for something that isnt going to be that fast.

 

I was going to say that, Miatas are rwd, and I too have seen them in person.

Thing is, a Miata can benefit from an engine swap. In a DSM, there is no point, the only other engines that are even on par are the 1jz/2gz, rb26dett and MAYBE something from Porsche or BMW. But those swaps won't really net you anything besides a damn big hole in your pocket. A 4g63 can make all the power a street car (and for that matter most race cars) will ever need.

 

get an rx7 with a dead rotary motor (easy to find ~$3-800) then go to www.grannysspeedshop.com and do the damn thing!!! have fun running low 12's-11's right after the swap!

This is my plan for my next project after i get my dsm to break 11's

 

get an rx7 with a dead rotary motor (easy to find ~$3-800) then go to www.grannysspeedshop.com and do the damn thing!!! have fun running low 12's-11's right after the swap!

This is my plan for my next project after i get my dsm to break 11's

Sure an FD with an LS1 would be sick, but I have a buddy that put a GN motor in an RX-7, 11.35 on the stock motor!
Take a look Newbs!

 

Alll i can say is I know of 3 3000GT/Stealths with a V8 in them and RWD. I know that one is just a shell of a car but the other two are alive and kicking.

http://www.morgansmotorsports.com/MOV01133.MPG

thats a Chrysler 440 and a Torque Flight 727 Tranny i believe (on the tranny not definate but the engine i know)....the name of the car is VR440.

I bet that a car with an inline-4 cyl engine transverse mounted, can be converted into a V8 but you need to do some serious work. modify the fire wall. THe VR440, this dude built a tubular front frame. the front of the car up to the firewall was taken off.
He then made a tubular body and just stuck the panels on that.

 

OH i forgot to mention, make sure you DL that video and listen to how amazing that 440 sounds coming out of that car.....B>E>A>utiful

 

Oh and pictures scattered about of the engine and so in the car there on that page as well....heres a link
http://www.morgansmotorsports.com/nopistl2005.htm

 

well have see any fast old volvos? ppl are puttin i think 302(5)? and 350s in them im believe... check out this place is cool they have stuff for datsun, mazda, s10, astro van, volvo... V8 installs...

wade

 

it would be a feat if you could pull it off but it would cost mad $$$$$$ just like ever one els is sayin. but if you had the funds it would be a sick project.....either way i would still take the engine and stuff cuz hey free is free...and u could totally sell it!!!

 

350 does not neccesarilly equal power right out of the box anyway. Even if it would drop in, you'd have to mod it too.

 

350 does not neccesarilly equal power right out of the box anyway. Even if it would drop in, you'd have to mod it too.

Exactly.
They make more NA power then a 2.0L 4 cyl but you still need to mod them to make them worth it...

 

Yeah. I have a 350 in my Blazer. It makes decent power (no idea on numbers), but it's nothing to right home about.

 

Take the engine, buy a cheap Fiero and put it in that. Save your DSM.