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Part 4 engine installation

 

Old vs new

Here is a side by side shot of both engines. Of course, there are a few more things to install on the V8. It does appear the V6 package has more to it than the V8. The V8 actually looks less cluttered when installed.

 

Drive system

The belt is installed, along with the lower water pump drive cog. The alternator bracket is slotted for adjustment, and can easily be reached under the car for future service.

 

Starter

A mini high torque starter is installed on the engine adapter. Due to this setup, a remote oil filter is required. The adapter is shown above the starter. The filter mount is bolted to the subframe to the right of this photo.

 

Exhaust manifold

Old chevy ram horn manifolds are used. Short block hugging headers can also be used, but will put more heat into the engine compartment. Since this engine is mostly stock, these will work well.

 

Ready to lift

The engine is rolled under the car for mounting. So far, so good. The crane is bolted up and the engine is lifted up into the car. Again, use care to ensure it goes up without bumping the car.

 

Bolted in place

The engine is lifted up into the car, and the subframe is bolted in place. It fits with room to spare, but looks a heck of a lot more impressive than the V6.

 

Oil pan

A stock oil pan is used, and fits with no problems. The exhaust system will place one cat converter under the front of it, but will still give it good ground clearance.