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mcgsmacks89

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this is my list of things i already have or know i need to get for my 2.3 to 5.0 converstion:
engine
auto tran
driveshaft
alternator
break lines
breaks
computer
wiring harness
speedo (do i just switch the whole cluster of geuges or the mechanisum too?)
8.8 rear axle

if im missing anything please add on. the car is a 93 2.3 lx convertible the the engine, tran and driveshaft is out of a 92. all info is helpful

 

ID89GT

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Feb 26, 2011

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Fuel lines coming from the tank up to the engine bay

 

stykthyn

I want to measure mine. It doesn't look that tall.

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Feb 26, 2011

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Get a whole new cluster. They can be had cheap.

 

Wildstringer

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You will probably need a different trans cross member

 

stykthyn

I want to measure mine. It doesn't look that tall.

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If he has the double hump crossmember which came on t5 four bangers it will work.

 

2000xp8

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Feb 27, 2011

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Any particular reason you are using an auto trans?

 

Wildstringer

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stykthyn said:

If he has the double hump crossmember which came on t5 four bangers it will work.

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I thought it only came on cars with dual exhaust. good info to have, TY stykthyn

 

I candy

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Feb 27, 2011

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The 5.oh suspension for the heavier engine. although I read they do use 4 cylinder springs to drag race. Exhaust do it while the engine is out.

 

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Feb 27, 2011

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I candy said:

The 5.oh suspension for the heavier engine. although I read they do use 4 cylinder springs to drag race. Exhaust do it while the engine is out.

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Ya, they work to drag race, but they are horriffic on the street. I realize drag springs weren't mean to handle, but those springs make every day driving dangerous, at least IMO.
I used them for about 2 months then took them out.

 

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mcgsmacks89

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im using the auto trans cuz that is wat came with the engine when i bought it. i only paid 275 for the engine, tran, drive shaft, and a couple other parts. for the suspension can i just change out the springs for 5.0 springs or do i have to change the entire suspension?