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Posted by nayr (Member # 8820) on
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What all is needed to do a proper 4cyl to 50 swap in a 89 coupe its already a 5 speed thanks
Posted by FivePTSlow (Member # 7682) on
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engine, trans, crossmember, exhaust, computer, harness, quad shocks(if you want them), rear axle, front complete hub assembly with brakes/calipers, lines, etc, fuel line, brake line, brake booster, master cylinder
Posted by FivePTSlow (Member # 7682) on
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v8 clutch, probaly need driveline too. Then of course fresh fluids and gaskets for everything while its out of the car. Instrument panel too
Posted by FivePTSlow (Member # 7682) on
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radiator, clutch fan(or electric fan if you go that route), motor mounts
Posted by Ric88Notch (Member # 11660) on
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if its the 4cyl t5 just get a 5.0 bell housing and i can tell you which pilot bearing to get for it to work.
Posted by FivePTSlow (Member # 7682) on
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v8 springs, shocks/struts
Posted by FivePTSlow (Member # 7682) on
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Originally posted by Ric88Notch:
if its the 4cyl t5 just get a 5.0 bell housing and i can tell you which pilot bearing to get for it to work.
This will work fine as stated, but the 4cyl trans is rated for less torque, and has shorter gears than v8 trans
Posted by StangCity510 (Member # 11711) on
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Originally posted by nayr:
What all is needed to do a proper 4cyl to 50 swap in a 89 coupe its already a 5 speed thanks
if your asking this question then I say do some homework first. I'm a NOOB take my advise.
Posted by nayr (Member # 8820) on
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ok thanks thats about what i thought
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