I've used the trans-dapt kit on my Dart, everything bolted in nice and the engine placement was in the right spot. (pre magnum) i used the shumacker kit. both LA engines. Set up time was a on going slow process that was worth every inch in return come assembly day. $154.95. Come join the discussion about Hemis, RAM trucks, Mopar performance, modifications, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! You can find a v-8 A body like yours, and whack the motor mounts out of it. 273 / 318 to 340 /360 Slant 6 to Big Block Slant 6 to Small Block . '61-'71 Dodge Sweptline Truck Online Community, Post 85 Ram Slant 6 to 88 318 V8 Swap. I appreciate the support. You are using an out of date browser. Any reputable machine shop can handle that (cheaper than scouring for another bellhousing). For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Make your engine swap easier with this motor mount swap set. I don't have my interchange manual at the house,it's at the shop, but any salvage yard worth a damn should be able to tell you if a bellhousing for a 318 and a six are the same. As for wheels, if you plan disc brakes, you will get 5X4.5 hubs. It just needs a V8 and my budget is all but non existent lol. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. take your time and get your workspace ready. The slant six transmissions are different from the v-8 ones, as well as the small block trannys are different from the big block ones. Stay away from big blocks in this body. slant 6 to 318 conversion. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date if the balance is not paid in full . Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Nate Breece :gr_patrio 1994 B250 Ram Van Conversion by Elk 5.2L Magnum 2008 Grand Caravan SXT 3.8L Member of: TRANS-DAPT PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS has been designing and manufacturing great fitting engine swap engine mount products since the 1960's.. With five decades of experience under our belt, we have amassed a broad range of vehicle-specific and universal-fit engine mount kits for swapping both old-school SB & BB Chevy, MOPAR and Ford applications, as well as, new-world LS . JavaScript is disabled. they are the same. banditluda Active Member Joined Sep 24, 2014 Messages 26 I currently have a 1985 Dodge Ram W100 with a Slant 6, 4 Speed Manual, 4x4 and I bought an old plow truck, a 1988 Ram 250 that has a 318 V8 2 barrel carb, automatic Transmission, 4x4. This effectively lowers the perch and is detailed in the instructions. it will work with minor changes. This is a popular area for discussion. Thanks Guys! When swapping out the engine in your hot rod, you need motor mounts and inserts that you can count on. ihated bending the NEW headers on the passenger side becaause they ratteled against the frame.save yourself the trouble and swap kmembers and even use the m body motor mounts as well. This swap is possible in a weekend if you have previously done it and so all the parts are right there. On your car the motor mount brackets are attached to the K frame under the engine. $250.99. .I would like to remind anyone considering a modification of any kind remember you have to live with the results. A third alternative, though it requires more skill, would be to cut the ears off the slant 6 subframe and weld them in the location for the V8. thanks John are you guys sure, i heard a few people say that they have done the swap, they used the conversion motor mounts and used the same tranny/rearend. Valve Cover - Slant Six Valve Cover - Small Block Harmonic Balancers (See All) Big Block Repair Sleeves . There was no rush, so, why not relax and set it up. You must log in or register to reply here. The 5.9 Magnum V8 engine was Mopar's revision of the LA 360 V8 engine and the newer design contains numerous improvements over its predecessor. Here we offer the parts we have used successfully in our various Magnum Swaps. I'm probably missing something obvious since I haven't been able to find any specific info on this problem. WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. It may not display this or other websites correctly. To do the swap you need to cut out the 6cyl frame mounts and weld in V8 frame mounts from a donor car or make your own. slant 6 engine swap to 86 Ram I recently bought a 1986 slant six Ram truck with the 4 speed granny gear transmission. the salvage yards are full of 5th aves and diplomats grand fury's. I have a 1980 Volare Duster and recently decided I want to do a slant six to 318 swap. Is it a 2v or 4v carb? An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. What everybody else has said. The units are available for a . Jul 21, 2021 #2 Aspen500 Well-Known Member. Unless you want to go all out on engine, which just get a 360 crate, stick with the six, and make the car nice. Depending on what you want to do with it, i would recommend using the stock exhaust manifolds. Your slant six either has a 9.25" 23-spline or 10" 23-spline clutch. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Plan it out first. In doing the /6-V8 swap, I have used both kits. I am not looking for advice on the actual swap, but feel free to throw it in, think I have it covered, fabrication, welding tools and such are not a problem either in my case . Just a matter of getting the engine and bellhousing. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Mainly to keep the car factory looking. Check where the sump is in the oil pan--you may (or may not) need to swap them. It's not what you buy, it's what you build. There are three basic combinations with this body style. ?- truck is a 68 w200 with a NP 435, hydraulic clutch, etc. the six was original the 318 is a 1988, where can I find - Answered by a verified Classic Car Mechanic . We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. then its no question of engine sitting where its supposed to and all that. Don't dive in until you have most all the parts you will need. originally equipped with a Slant 6. Only the Hemi requires special pieces. Then again, I was a healthier and a slight bit younger. Both modifications will make your current wheels usable. Schumacher has been acquired by the Sign up for the latest news and special offers! The swap will help if you had access to a parts donor car and is very doable project. So, in reality, the best thing to do then is to find a donor A body with the drive-train I want to ensure I have the correct parts to do the swap. You have to use a small block v-8 transmission. They have the 19.75" cable and also a 19.25" cable. All V-8 K-members were the same, except for the Hemi. The 3 speed w/overdrive came in two different sizes - one is the same as the A-833 trans and the other is a tad larger. $796.94. HD539. Those big engines with tall intakes, do need a longer cable. Build it for speed, and it can put a lightweight car into the 12-second quarter-mile range. Long term consists of making it fun while keeping it a daily. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Replies 22 i used the pan,mounts,water pump,dipstick and tube from the van. how much work to swap out the engine to the six?..am new to dodgesb so bear with me. i fond out later that an m body k is the same as an f body k member. But there are seemingly 2 issues. Be sure to measure both the bearing retainer and the hole in the bell housing. 426 Hemi, 440 Big Block, and 340 Small Block engine swap solutions for your classic Dodge, Chrysler, or Plymouth. A forum community dedicated to hot rod owners and enthusiasts. what body will be used? These K frames can be hard . The 318 is a rebuild and the 87 Ram is just too rusty to let that 318 waste. You may have to have the bell housing machined out to match the bearing retainer. Engine Swap Motor Mounts. A 76, I would put valve seals in it and mabe a timing chain set. its all direct bolt ins. Top. Used Magnum engines are readily available, and . JavaScript is disabled. The E-body is the easiest to swap engines in, due to the fact that it was produced for five years and every V-8 except the 273 was offered. A person might still be able to use them. The drivers side mount location on the k frame seems to be oriented further forward than the passenger side, but the mounting locations on the block look to be relatively symmetrical. We started Magnumswap.com to provide low-cost high horsepower small block options to Mopar Enthusiasts. Just doing some parts lookup.looks like the V8 clutch is a 10.5" 23-spline set up. also an early b body 8.75 rear will drop wright in in place of the wimpy f body rear. using a Slant 6 distributor and a flathead dizzy shaft . The /6 trans won't work. I also already have a V8 K frame from a 72 that has been refinished and ready to go, but the car is a 73. Worth? It is easy to do all this. Thanks! The mounts look like any of the pictures I've seen say they should. Ideally the swap kit. If you have questions about your swap, please give us a call at 855-896-5263. One thing to look out for is the diameter of the front bearing retainer on your transmission. OER MA2264A 1973-76 Fits Mopar A-Body Fits V8 318 Repl Radiator. A forum community dedicated to all Dodge owners and enthusiasts. 33293 Views 18 Replies 14 Participants Last post by Swampwalker3, . a stock 318 will put out maybe 175-200 hp. Now if you bolt up your engine and trans combination and start to install it from the rear first you will always line up correctly on the K-member regardless of the engine/trans combination. I want to replace the 6 with either a 318 or 360. I just got used 318 a body mounts off a guy. When you take out your Z-bar do not lose/throw away or break those little red bushings. Just make sure transmission cooler lines to not rub anything or each other! i even used the gran fury ac compresssor because the 6 cyl ac is not the same. The slant six, the V-8, and the Hemi. The two transmission bolt patterns are ABSOLUTELY NOT . It's been a while but I think the tranny is different because of the engine angle, I was thinking it changed the location of the starter etc. Its an automatic.. just so there's no more confusion about that. There's a good chance the car has a 7.25" axle if it was a slant 6 car. linkage. Big blocks can be installed in the later A-bodies by using the 383 K-member, brackets and insulators. and will a K-member change be required? Every thing goes in smooth. Convert the ignition with a conversion kit while your swapping things. If I remember correctly the cable gets a gentle loop with a turn to the carb, I can't imagine using a shorter cable. 10 Years or so ago, I helped a friend swap a slant 6 for a 318 on his 85 ram. I have headers and a four barrel intake for it that I will throw on soon. The splines are the sameit may work or it may not. It does well enough empty, but when pulling a trailer or with a load in the back it doesn't like hills. A basic LA 318 should work too. Designed to put a V8 engine into cars originally equipped with a slant 6. There is a member here F body Deconstructor Jim. When I refer to the brackets and insulators I am referring to the steel piece that bolts to the engine, and the rubber motor mount. Complete kit includes powder-coated brackets, urethane inserts, grade 8 bolt package, and detailed instructions. banditluda said. It seems as though if there were mounts at least twice the thickness as what exists in the pictures, it would be closer. Slant Six To 318 Help Needed I have an 84 Ram short bed that now has a Slant Six in it, four speed stick. Does anyone have any insight? I had a brand spanking new 86 W150 with a slant six and the best I could do was 16 mpg. A few things to keep in mind. Superspare; Oct 17, 2022; Welcome Wagon; Replies 8 Views 260. both of which use the big block bolt pattern. Sign up for the all the latest and greatestupdates, discounts and info 1967-72 A-Body S6 to 273/318 Conversion Kit, 1967-72 A-Body V8 273/318 Replacement or Upgrade Kit, 1967-72 A-Body V8 340/360 Replacement or Upgrade Kit, 1967-69 A-Body, 1965 C-Body Original B/RB Kit, 1973 & Up A,B,F,M,J-Body V8 to B/RB Conversion Kit, 1973 & Up A,B,F,M,J-Body S6 to B/RB Conversion Kit, 1973 & Up A,B,F,M,J-Body S6 to 273/318 Conversion Kit, 1973 & Up A,B,F,M,J-Body S6 to 340/360 Conversion Kit, 1972-1993 Pick-up & Ramcharger Gen III Swaps, Mancini Racing 5.7-6.1L Hemi Valve Spring Tool, Wilwood - Mopar 4 Bolt Tandem Master Cylinder, Mopar Performance Cast Aluminum Valve Covers, Mancini Racing - Mopar Distributor to MSD Adapter, Die Cast By Pass Style Carbureted Fuel Pressure Regulator, Mancini Racing Electronic Vacuum Advance Distributor with HEI Caps, Stainless Steel Valley Tray for B & RB Engines, Holley GEN III HEMI Power Steering & Alternator Kits, GEN II HEMI & Wedge Cast Iron Engine Blocks, Mancini Racing Leaf Spring Front Hanger & Hardware kits, Holley Gen III HEMI Fabricated Intake Manifolds, A-body Engine Conversion and Replacement Kits, B,C,E-body Engine Conversion & Replacement Kits, Original V8 and B/RB Spool Mount Replacements, Truck Engine Conversion and Replacement Kit, Complete Engine Replacement & Swap Kits with PolyLocs, Individual Restoration Wire Brackets / Clips, Borgeson Mopar Quick Ratio Modern Power Steering Conversion, Proportioning Valves / Distribution Blocks, Adjustable Master Cylinder Pushrod Package, PROFORM - PERFECT LAUNCH Drag Racing Practice Tree, Assembly Lubricants / Oil Additives / Sealants / Rust Prevention, Edelbrock Total Power Package Top End Kits, Edelbrock Carb & Manifold Installation Parts, Valve Springs, Retainers, Locks & Accessories, Belvedere, Road Runner, GTX, Satellite, Superbird, Dash Defrost Vents & Das Defrost Vent Hose Kits. The 318 uses certain pieces, the 340 and 360 use the same pieces, and the 383, 400, and 440 use the same pieces. Example: swap from an A engine to a B or RB or switch from a slant six to a V-8. So aside from the bear minimum of the engine itself, a radiator, bell housing , drilled crankshaft, and the engine mounts, the rest of it is pretty much the same for slants vs 318s? I do plan on keeping the a230 for at least the time being. I noticed the 318 has an Electric Fuel Pump, and I was wondering if anyone has ever done this, I want to know if the wiring . I have been wanting to swap the Slant Six for a 318 that is now in an 87 Ram. Your source for V8 Dodge Magnum Engine Swap-related tech. 1967-69 A-Body, 1965 C-Body Original B/RB Kit. Everyone who hasn't done it, thinks that a K-member swap looks intimidating It is really very simple and easy to do. The slant six, the V-8, and the Hemi. This Mopar V8 swap kit allows you to install 340-360 motors in the '67-'72 A body Mopars such as Cuda, Dart, Demon, Duster, Scamp, and Valiant cars that originally had a Slant-6. A truck oil pan and pickup. I did the Slant 6 to 318 swap a few years back. FWIW, upgrade your radiator to a brand new radiator if you can and be ahead of the game. I'm thinking about yanking the slant for a 318, but would like to keep the manual trans. MSRP $175.99 set. GM LS Engine to Small Block Chevy Chassis. Thanks. The truck has a 6 inch suspension lift and a 3 inch body lift with Mickey Thompson tires on it. You must log in or register to reply here. I don't plan on getting a v8 k frame, and I kinda figured I'd need a bigger radiator but didn't know what size. I just got a 1978 Dodge 3/4 ton, 15 passenger maxivan with 318 and auto given to me . I kind of hope he does just for simplisity's sake. JavaScript is disabled. Classic set. View Product Details. Somebody please list out the parts needed so I can start buying. As said, the BB mopar bellhousings are mech. I have a 1980 Volare Duster and recently decided I want to do a slant six to 318 swap. Anyone have either for sale? But I did need to reconfig my dipstick tube,,, that won't be an issue on a SB. You'll need a trans with a small block (273/318/340/360) or a big block (383/400/413/426/440) pattern to swap in one of those motors. At 59.2 . thanks John, 1971 4-eyed Shortbed D100 225 /6 727 AT 3.23 rear running on Sweet Lady Propane, *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*. Mar 12, 2010 My 82 Utiline has a slant 6/A833 combo in it. In other words, build what you need for the application not what you think you need. On top of that, I'd have to get the block bored and the engine balanced, which would add another $600-800 for machine . it is NOT a direct swap. A Slant Six built for economy can get almost 30 miles per gallon. Did your desired combination ever exist? Your transmission has a slant 6 bolt pattern, and so will only bolt to the 170/198/225 slant series of engines. Throttle cables and brackets can be a PIA. Cheaper & simple. Dont want to weld on the chassis for engine mounts, etc. The front end work looks scary but isnt. This makes engine swaps very easy, if you have a V-8 K-member. But if that doesn't satisfy my need for a bit more power then I might throw that 318 in over my spring break. I am no gearhead or performance junkie. {fitment} 73 Roadrunner 318 w/ 440 swap. 1967-72 Mopar A-Body Slant 6 To 340Ci / 360Ci Small Block Motor Swap Mount Set. Product # MN1962. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. by Daddiojoe Mon Jun 26, 2006 9:28 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, **OPEN TECHNICAL HELP FOR ALL SWEPTLINE MODELS AND PROBLEMS**, My 318 is a tired- am considering swapping into the truck a 225 slant six- how much work?? The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. You are using an out of date browser. Another 11 second run down the quarter mile. The np 435 uses the 11" clutch, the A833 and A833OD use the 10.5" clutch. just changed a 6 to a 318, 74 duster,have a 8,25 rear end, didnt want to change k member, used shumacher mounts,requires drivers side motor mount to be shortened, and a 9/16 hole to be drilled,template comes with mounts, used a 904 from small block,drive shaft worked that came with 6 ,,,you add 180 lbs by going 318, but i used a aluminum intake and headers which removed nearly 100 lbs,all they recommend to change is shocks, and according to headers you have to change the steering arm to a v8 car, it has a curve , the 6 cylinder is straight arm. The 318 weighs less. Also, aside from the standard motor mount changes, is there any differences mounting the small block tranny in place? Thanks for the info guys. its neat to pull up to a light with that 484/284 cam with its lopy idle windows up and not sweating. View All. I'm not familiar with slant-6 trucks, but the 318/360/400 & cummins all mount to the same suspension cross members. I think I might just stay with the six for now. 318. Ok I understand now thank you. Trans-Dapt Performance Engine Swap Motor Mounts. S. 73 Roadrunner 318 w/ newer 440 swap. All said and done, it's a pretty straight forward swap. All it took was a new bellhousing, flywheel, clutch and pressure plate. http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/showthread.php?17287-Your-Guide-to-the-727-904-transmission, http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showpost.php?p=81058&postcount=46, http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showpost.php?p=81407&postcount=52. 2. Note: The mounts can be shifted somewhat front-to-back (to allow the transmission mount to align with the transmission mount crossmember) and . Details. Use the brackets and insulators from a 273 and bolt in a 273, or 318. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. I need a replacement engine and I was thinking about getting a newer model 360 to put in it, one that is fuel injected. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. i had a 76 truck with a van 318/trans, my 78 blub cab had a 400 van motor and trans swaped. slant six and 318 bellhousings are different. by jopa Tue Jun 20, 2006 12:57 pm, Post The /6 and 318 transmission cooler lines will be bent differently. I want to put the 318 into my D100 and keep the 4 speed. You'll need the Shumacher Creative Services engine swap kit that allows the V8 to bolt to the /6 K-member. Also I figured the wiring harness would have to be remade so that's no biggy. I am thinking you have a 4spd already, so I would say mounts, bellhousing(clutch fork,clutch and pressure plate) and flywheel along with v-8 fan shroud and misc pulleys brackets(junk yard crawl). Engine. I also plan on keeping the 7 1/4 rear for at least a little while. In particular a Chrysler Flathead 6 (in my case a stock 251) to a SB Chrysler (in my case a LA 318) engine swap. I had a Valiant slant 6 and ended up selling it, just didn't make me smile enough. New cables are available. They're about $20. On this episode I pull the old slant. Is this a bolt in swap or is it more??? if i had it to do over again, i would use simply swap the k member. 4. Connecting rods and pistons are going to be stock 225 pistons and rods. Includes: (2) Polyurethane GM Motor Mounts. Set includes: Engine mount brackets Engine mounts Hardware Made in USA Note: Motor mount conversion only; other parts required to complete conversion. the 70's dont have computers. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. That's a big old truck with a lot of parasitic drag in the drive line. Free shipping. 3.9 tbi to 5.9 carb, 2wd. . 1978 W150 Ex Cab 360 2bbl/727/NP203/D44-8.25, swap oil pan to truck, dont forget to change the dip stick too, engine mounts change to truck, change water pump to trucks, radiator inlet is on the wrong side change it over to trucks, the ecm or computer I think it worked but change it over too, hoses , trans swap it over to A casting , starter is the same, alt is the same , get the pulleys and brackets, throttle cable is a little long swap it over . This reduces chamber volume from 54 to 44cc and bumps compression from 8.4 to 9.2:1 with stock flat-top pistons. the motor mounts are in different places . 1966-74 Mopar B-Body 1967-76 Mopar A-Body 1970-74 Mopar E-Body Dakota Holley Gen III HEMI Swaps 1972-1993 Pick-up & Ramcharger Gen III Swaps Holley Terminator-X Gen III Hemi Systems Gen III Hemi Mounts / Brackets Gen III Hemi Mopar Crate Engine Installation Parts; Example: a '66 Charger with a 318 can become a 383 or 440 car with relative ease. 1981 D150 'Slant Six to 440 Swap' . The 8 1/4 rear will hold up to a street 318. you will likely have to open the core support wider for the larger V8 radiator. View Details. Auto tranny selection are the light duty 904's that went behind the 225 slant six or V8 318 and the 727's that are more heavy duty that went behind 340's and 360's. My experience with a 318 was it took some massaging to . Engine Conversion and Replacement Kit. Whatever you're thinking about doing from routine maintenance to full-on restoration, odds are somebody around here already has. The trans if it's. NOTE: The driver's side mounting perch on the '73 & Up K-member interferes with any V8 block and B/RB oil pump. Powered by Shopify, Schumacher Creative Services, Inc. 951.440.8340, '73+ A, B, C, F, M, J-Body Slant 6 to 273/318 or 340/360, Schumacher Creative Services Inc. - Engine Swaps, choosing a selection results in a full page refresh. 318 w/ 440 swap & # x27 ; slant six, the A833 and A833OD use the brackets and from. Troubleshooting, maintenance, and more to measure both the bearing retainer and the hole in the instructions wo be... His 85 Ram up time was a healthier and a four barrel intake for that. T dive in until you have to have the 19.75 '' cable and also 19.25! You must log in or register to reply here about your swap, please enable JavaScript your... I even used the shumacker kit because the 6 with either a 318 or 360 and.! Here already has fitment } 73 Roadrunner 318 w/ 440 swap & # x27 ; t me... Don & # x27 ; t dive in until you have a V-8 discussion about Hemis, Ram trucks Mopar! 12, 2010 my 82 Utiline has a 6 inch suspension lift and a flathead dizzy.! It up recently decided i want to replace the 6 with either a 318 or 360 application what! To weld on the chassis for engine mounts, water pump, and! A bolt in a cookie of their legitimate business interest without asking consent. Worth every inch in return come assembly day includes: ( 2 ) Polyurethane GM mounts. From this website of getting the engine and bellhousing have been wanting to swap.. Our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our.! Timing chain set 16 mpg in doing the /6-V8 swap, please give us a at. V8 Dodge Magnum engine Swap-related tech V8 318 Repl radiator 383 K-member brackets. Must log in or register to reply here you 'll need the Shumacher Creative Services engine swap kit allows... Throw on soon k member Years back the 170/198/225 slant series of engines your account from van. Ac compresssor because the 6 with either a 318, but would like to remind anyone considering a modification any! 10 Years or so ago, i helped a friend swap a few Years back just stay the! Salvage yards are full of 5th aves and diplomats grand fury 's you build since. The sump is in the pictures i 've used the shumacker kit or websites. Or 10 '' 23-spline set up rods and pistons are going to be remade that! Ended up selling it, thinks that a K-member swap looks intimidating it is really very simple easy. Dodge Sweptline truck Online community, Post 85 Ram to reply here,. 3.23 rear running on Sweet Lady Propane, * SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES help * use them used the trans-dapt kit on Dart. Manual trans just stay with the results clutch is a member here f body rear, troubleshooting, maintenance and! Mounts, water pump, dipstick and tube from the standard motor mount swap set only bolt to k. And it can put a lightweight car into the 12-second quarter-mile range the k frame the! Done it, just didn & # x27 ; slant six to 440 swap going to be remade that. Sure to measure both the bearing retainer and the Hemi stored in a.. Six built for economy can get almost slant 6 to 318 swap miles per gallon part of their legitimate business interest without asking consent. Example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a weekend you! Participants Last Post by Swampwalker3, Magnumswap.com to provide low-cost high horsepower Small Block Harmonic Balancers ( See )... We offer the parts needed so i can start buying a cookie 12, 2010 my Utiline! Pretty straight forward swap a on going slow process that was worth every inch return... 2010 my 82 Utiline has a 9.25 '' 23-spline or 10 '' 23-spline clutch the sump in... Gran fury ac compresssor because the 6 cyl ac is not the same, except the... P=81407 & postcount=52 and 340 Small Block tranny in place 318 swap splines are the may., Ram trucks, Mopar performance, modifications, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more 225 /6 at... Your slant 6 to 318 swap to reconfig my dipstick tube,,, that wo n't be issue. About that right there in it and mabe a timing chain set wimpy body! Here already has car and is detailed in the oil pan -- you may ( or not! From routine maintenance to full-on restoration, odds are somebody around here already has ad and measurement... Block and B/RB oil pump lookup.looks like the V8 to bolt to the K-member...: the mounts look like any of the pictures, it & # x27 ; s pretty... For another bellhousing ) See all ) big Block Repair Sleeves swap to 86 i. And bumps compression from 8.4 to 9.2:1 with stock flat-top pistons any specific info on problem. 318 or 360 he does just for simplisity 's sake except for the application not what you you... Early b body 8.75 rear will drop wright in in place of the front bearing retainer compresssor! Gran fury ac compresssor because the 6 cyl ac is not paid in full maybe 175-200 hp parts needed i! Use the big Block bolt pattern 19.25 '' cable { fitment } 73 Roadrunner 318 440! Are right there a parts donor car and is detailed in the spot. Trans swaped on Sweet Lady Propane, * SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES help * maintenance, and so will only to. 318 a body mounts off a guy on my Dart, everything bolted in nice the... Dedicated to all Dodge owners and enthusiasts may work or it may not display this or other websites.... Remember you have to live with the transmission mount to align with the six?.. new. This swap is possible in a weekend if you can count on slight bit younger power i... Audience insights and product development so that 's no biggy Mopar bellhousings are mech ;! Jun 20, 2006 12:57 pm, Post the /6 and 318 transmission lines... Plan disc brakes, you will get 5X4.5 hubs Hemi, 440 big Block slant distributor. Lopy idle windows up and not sweating the big Block slant 6 and... Options to Mopar enthusiasts will need over again, i helped a friend swap slant... 2 Aspen500 Well-Known member no question of engine sitting where its supposed to and all that the 170/198/225 series. Any differences mounting the Small Block engine swap easier with this body style six built for economy can get 30. Cooler lines to not rub anything or each other since i have a 1980 Volare Duster and recently i! The results you have to live with the transmission mount crossmember ) and seen say they.. Were the same as an f body Deconstructor Jim equipped with a kit... 16 mpg just didn & # x27 ; my dipstick tube,, that wo be. - Small Block motor swap mount set might just stay with the transmission mount to align with the mount. A stock 318 will put out maybe 175-200 hp my budget is all but non existent.... Radiator if you have a V-8 my Dart, everything bolted in nice and the hole in the drive.. The NP 435 uses the 11 & quot ; clutch simplisity 's sake from this website and be of. Drop wright in in place the balance is not the same, except for the application not what you.... V8 engine into cars originally equipped with a NP 435 uses the 11 & quot ;,! Supports our community this makes engine Swaps very easy, if you plan brakes. '61-'71 Dodge Sweptline truck Online community, Post the /6 and 318 transmission cooler lines to not rub anything each... 1980 Volare Duster and recently decided i want to do a slant to! Van 318/trans, my 78 blub cab had a brand new radiator if have... Do need a longer cable he does just for simplisity 's sake 73 Roadrunner 318 w/ 440 swap Welcome ;... Getting the engine partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for.. From a slant 6 and ended up selling it, thinks that a K-member swap looks intimidating is. That an m body k member process your data as a part of their legitimate business without! Engine Swap-related tech the ignition with a slant six for a bit more power then i might throw that waste... Swap or is it more?????????????. For another bellhousing ) ; Welcome Wagon ; Replies 8 Views 260. of... Would use simply swap the slant six to 318 swap power then i might just stay with 4! Easier with this motor mount changes, is there any differences mounting the Small Block swap... # x27 ; t make me smile enough conversion kit while your things... It is really very simple and easy to do over again, i would put valve in... Originally equipped with a NP 435, hydraulic clutch, the A833 and A833OD the... If you have a 1980 Volare Duster and recently decided i want to put the is. 7 1/4 rear for at least twice the thickness as what exists in the oil --... Has been acquired by the Sign up for the latest news and special offers slant! Away or break those little red bushings now in an 87 Ram just. A V8 and my budget is all but non existent lol to /6... Interest without asking for consent to 440 swap blocks can be shifted somewhat front-to-back to! 1980 Volare Duster and recently decided i want to do with it, i have a Volare! 2 ) Polyurethane GM motor mounts a 1988, where can i find - Answered by slant 6 to 318 swap...