chev 3.8 v6 in a 521?

[mklotz70]

Mike, from what I have taken a look at the VG is larger width wise, but front to back I'm not to sure. The buicks are actually a very small motor.

 

Guys don't harp on him for putting a different motor into it...at least its not a small block:lol:

 

Thanks.

 

I absolutely loved the 3.1 that was in my Lumina Euro!! I'd put one of those in anything! I forget if they had a RWD version.

 

If you're putting a 'stang motor in....take good notes and lots of pics!!! :)

[ggzilla]

5.0 Ford V8 fits easier than the 2.8 V6 -- into a B110 or B210. The 2.8 is a very heavy engine for its size.

 

But if you are getting it free, do it!

[521Lvr]

ditch the 2.8 Not good for parts, power or quality. I worked as a Ford tech for years. Don't waste your time and money. If you want Ford get a 4.0 from an Explorer or Ranger.

A buddy of mine put a 3.8 Buick in a 620. It would fly. Was inexpensive. And if he can make it fit and run. Anyone can!

If I were going to do it I think a 4.3 Vortec is the way to go. You can get the entire motor,trans, ecu etc. etc. from any and every bone yard across America. they came in s-10 s-15, Blazer/Jimmy, full size trucks and vans. plenty of after market parts too.

Too bad I'm not a GM guy or I would do it.