86 firebird engine swap

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06-09-2024, 08:53 PM

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86 firebird engine swap

I've got a roller right now looking to put a 355 smbc in it. I also don't have a transmission yet was thinking about going with a th 350. I'm just looking for it to be a cruiser. Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated as it is my first project. Thanks

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06-09-2024, 10:24 PM

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Re: 86 firebird engine swap

sounds like a good plan-t700 would also work well and easy to find

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06-10-2024, 06:45 AM

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hold out for a 700R-4

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06-10-2024, 02:27 PM

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Re: 86 firebird engine swap

If you want a cruiser dont downgrade to a TH350 go for a 700r4 or a manual 5 or 6 speed.
Don't use a flat tappet cam only roller
I would go efi and skip the carb in the end you will get a nice cruiser