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Dekster

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If i upgrade an LX to a 5.0 will i have issues with engine mounts?

Its automatic and i want to swap it to manual. Is there any modifications that will need to be done to make that work?

Thanks in advance.
 
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86gtriceeater

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Do a search on here for the writeup on the aod to t-5 conversion. That will give you a comprehensively list and detailed instructions for the whole process man.
 

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Are you trying to say that you're upgrading a 4 cylinder to a 5.0? A lot of LX's came from the factory with 5.0 HO engines.
 

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If swapping from a 4 cylinder to a 5.0 the k members are the same, but engine mounts are different. You will also need to swap out the fuel line and brake lines running to the back of the car. So more clarification as to what kind of swap you are doing will be required to give you a best answer.
 
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Sorry I was looking at a 2.3L automatic and was wondering how hard it would be to swap to a 5.0 manual. After doing a search as mentioned i decided i should just keep my eyes out on a 5.0.

I can fumble through most mechanical issues but this sounds like it might be a little too much for me right now.

Thanks for the replies.
 
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The easiest way to do that swap is to have a donor car on hand. All you have to do is transfer parts.
 
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