4cyl. to v8

[busa1]

if i buy a 4cyl. car what do i have to change to make it v8,thanks

 

[ratrapp]

are you going to efi it or go carb?carb would be alot less work.also are you using an auto or stick car?

 

[hllon4whls]

2 words. Donor car.

I base my following recommendations on the fact that you want a fully functional and comfortable daily drivable V8 non race type car.

The right way:

Engine, trans, rear end, springs, brakes, computer, wiring harness, fuel pump, engine accessory brackets, exhaust.

The wrong way:
Anything less than what was mentioned.

They way that you posted this question, it would seem that you are better off getting a V8 car the first time. There are still some good virginal or modified the way that you want cars for a good price in good shape.

 

[busa1]

i am not sure yet ,but info for carb or efi will help me make decision,what about front suspension ,fuel lines,engine wiring harness ,any info or other resourses,thanks

 

[ratrapp]

are you going to use a 87-93 style car?

 

[ImportEater98]

I am with the guys above.....GET A DONOR CAR! I am doing the swap now, and its been a real pain piecing everything together. I am going carb'd, because i wouldn't dream of trying this EFI without a donor car the do a side by side changeover with. If i had to do it again, i would have held out for a zero-option 8 cyl car......couldn't find one when i was looking though.

 

[Fink]

2 words. Donor car.



Engine, trans, rear end, springs, brakes, computer, wiring harness, fuel pump, engine accessory brackets, exhaust.

Dont forget fuel lines and brake lines. That was a pita when we did my dads hatch to notch swap

 

[ratrapp]

it's not a beginners project.it'll make you discouraged in a hurry.if you think you'll be money ahead,then wrong again.just save and look for a running and complete v-8 that you can drive while you work on it.