On Thu, 18 Dec 2003, Steve Hanberg wrote:
> I didn't know that. The only guy I've discussed the V-8 swap with moved the
> whole works backward to make it fit. I'm betting the 292 would require
> moving something to make it fit...
Anytime you do anything like this it's gonna take a little finagleing.
That's half the fun to me. IF it wasn't I'd pay someone to deal with it.
But when your done you know you did it. I love the satisfaction.
> On Thu, 18 Dec 2003, Steve Hanberg wrote:
> > The S10 frame is easily shortened, so if you start with a long one, making
> > it the right length is not a big deal. The 4x4 has a wider rear axle, and
> > fits better than the 2wd rears do. The S10 guys have to move the
> > transmission rearward to fit a V-8, so I'm betting putting the 292 in
> would
> > require even more rearward movement of the transmission and transfer case
> > and such.
>
> The only reason to move the engine back is to use an engine mounted fan or
> a puller electric. 4.3 mounts and a push fan and the v-8 sit in there real
> pretty.
>
> > Would a s10 4X4 frame work with a 49 GMC? Would a 292 engine fit? Bob K in
> > PHX
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