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Will A V6 Transmission Bolt Up To A V8 Motor

You would have to replace the trans, The bolt pattern is different between the V8 and V6.

Can you use a V6 transmission on a V8?

v8 swap is very easy, the stock v6 tranny will work but it won’t hold up as well as the v8 tranny, and get the v8 computer and wire in the extra 2 injectors into the wiring harness and your set.

Can you engine swap a V6 to a V8?

While it’s true that with enough modification, you can put a V8 in anything, it’s easiest to install a V8 engine in a car that already has a V8 as an option. For example, if you have the 6 cylinder version of your car but they made a V8 model, then it will be much easier for you to replace your V6 engine with a V8.

What is needed to swap a V6 to a V8?

It is not uncommon to find V6 to V8 conversion kits made by a dozen different companies that include motor mounts, exhaust headers, and sometimes transmission mounts as well. The parts you need to fit the engine into the truck are provided in these kits, but you will need to supply everything else to complete the job.

Will a V8 transmission fit a V6 engine?

v8 swap is very easy, the stock v6 tranny will work but it won’t hold up as well as the v8 tranny, and get the v8 computer and wire in the extra 2 injectors into the wiring harness and your set.

Can you upgrade a car from V6 to V8?

The short answer is, no you cannot. The transmission control module and the entire powertrain wiring harness are designed for the car to have the exact CVT transmission. Despite the terrible reliability of these CVT transmissions, it is your only practical option for replacement.

Can a V6 transmission work on a V8?

The V8 swap is very easy, the stock V6 tranny will work, but it won’t hold up as well as the V8 tranny, so you need to get the V8 computer and wire in the extra 2 injectors into the wiring harness.

Can you swap a V8 into a V6 Mustang?

This difference in power means that the V8 Mustang will likely be able to accelerate faster and reach higher top speeds than the V6 model.

Is V6 or V8 Mustang faster?

2015-2016 FORD MUSTANG 3.7L AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 6 SPEED 6R80 56K MILES.

Can any transmission fit in any car?

The short answer is, no you cannot. The transmission control module and the entire powertrain wiring harness are designed for the car to have the exact CVT transmission. Despite the terrible reliability of these CVT transmissions, it is your only practical option for replacement.

How do you convert a V6 Mustang to a V8?

The simplest way to find your transmission type is to look in your owner’s manual. Your manual should have the name and type of transmission, along with service information. If you’ve misplaced your owner’s manual, most trucks have a white label printed on the inside of the driver’s door.

Can I use a V6 transmission on a V8?

v8 swap is very easy, the stock v6 tranny will work but it won’t hold up as well as the v8 tranny, and get the v8 computer and wire in the extra 2 injectors into the wiring harness and your set.

Are all T5 transmissions the same?

While there are numerous configurations of the T5, because of the large quantities of T5’s produced, many parts are interchangeable. There are now over 200 different T5 transmission assembly part numbers and almost as many ways to customize them to fit just about anything whether passenger car or light duty truck.

More Answers On Will A V6 Transmission Bolt Up To A V8 Motor

swap from v6 to v8, will stock v6 trans bolt up? how about srt8 motor?

v8 swap is very easy, the stock v6 tranny will work but it won’t hold up as well as the v8 tranny, and get the v8 computer and wire in the extra 2 injectors into the wiring harness and your set. 318 or 360?, a hemi swap will be much more involved and will require some fabrication and what not.

V6 Tranny in V8 – StangNet

I thought it had a chance because the 5.0L engine bolted straight to my V6 automatic tranny so i figured the bolt pattern would have to be the same on a v6 and v8 engine for it to have done that ’66 coupe Founding Member Aug 7, 2000 1,202 9 59 Lakeland, Fl. www.sounddomain.com Mar 24, 2007 #8 BlueBomber said:

How to: V6 to V8 Swap – Ford Mustang Forum

– transmission (the v6 transmissions will not bolt up to a v8 block) – driveshaft (if you have a manual) – note that the automatic driveshaft lengths for a v6 and 4.6L v8 are the same. Connecting lines/hoses: – fuel supply line (connects the fuel rail to the fuel supply line coming in under the fender under the brake booster)

v6 to v8 swap – Hot Rod Forum

If you’re talking about third gen camaros with the 60 degree v6 and t-5 tranny, as is the answer is no. The v6 t-5 has a smaller input shaft than the v8 t-5. Although, if you’re feeling up to it, you can make the necessary changes to make it work. If you’re talking about the 90 degree v6s, then I’m not sure what the differences are. johnsongrass1

Dodge Dakota Questions – will a 3.9l v6 tranny bolt up to one of the v8 …

you should be able to bolt the v8 up to your v6 tranny. you need to look for a 5.2 (318) or I would go ahead and look for a 5.9 (360) from a ram if you are going to do a swap. look on www.customdakotas.com for more detailed info to help with the swap. 20 people found this helpful. Mark helpful migration_judge_roy answered 8 years ago

3.9L V6 transmission behind V8 – Allpar Forums

The bellhousing bolt pattern should be the same on the 3.9L V6 and the 5.2L and 5.9L V8. The two V8s are externally balanced and not the same as each other, I expect that the V6 is also externally balanced, and probably not the same as either V8. V valiant67 Super Moderator Joined Jan 7, 2003 40,257 Posts #3 · Oct 16, 2013

Motor swap from 3.8L V-6 to 5.7L V-8 – Team Camaro Tech

V-6 engines and the V-8’s do not share the same bellhousing bolt patterns, so NO, the transmission will not bolt up. 69 Camaro -originally a LM1 car. 327, Edelbrock E-streets, hooker, DUI performance distributors, ultradyne cam, stewart, TRW etc. Vintage Air, AGR steering, Corbeau GTSII seats, 700R4 transmission, 12-bolt w/Eaton 4.11:1 Save Reply V

will the v6 t-5 work on a v8 5.0 – V6 Mustang Forums

The 95 V6 T5 won’t last long behind a V8… it’s about as weak as factory T5’s get. You will need a 5.0 flywheel. A 3.8 flywheel is a different imbalance and it’s also for a 11″ clutch compared to the 10.5″ for 5.0. (Auto’s don’t have flywheels, they have flexplates. ) H hitmankb King Feb 10, 2004 #3

The Great Chevy Auto Trans Interchange Guide – Street Muscle

The traditional small-block six-bolt bellhousing pattern is the best and easiest way to identify a 4L60E style transmission if you find one at the swap meet for sale. Starting in 1996, many 4L60E transmissions employed a bolt-on bellhousing. All of the 1998-up cases used behind the LS family of engines used the separate bellhousing style of case.

What motor is an easy bolt-in to a T90 in a CJ3B? – Old Willys Forum

Dec 29, 2020Kauai3b. Lots of stuff will bolt up with or without adaptors and the drivetrain should handle it considering a number of auto manufacturers put mild V8’s in front of similar drivelines, but the engine compartment gets tight with a V8. At least with the 3B’s high hood you have the extra room for height going for you.

GM Transmissions that work with a Vortec or LS Motor

Generally speaking, if you have a GM V8 motor manufactured between 1997-2007, direct swap solutions include the 4L60 and 4L80. And, the best manual option is the T56. If you have a GM motor produced after 2007, consider a 6L80 or 6L90 automatic transmission or the TR6060 manual transmission.

can the v6 trans hook up to a lt1 350 – CarGurus

Andrew answered 9 years ago. 4.3 v6 bellhousing pattern is the same as an lt1 or any small block chevy or even big blocks. The LSX engines have been changing it up tho. A trans designed for the 4.3 is a little weaker than one make to be behind a v8. Less clutch packs, servos, blah, blah, blah.

Can a V6 transmission bolt up to a V8 302 engine in a 83 ford … – Answers

Yes, but it must be removed from the same size engine as your vehicle. If you have a 4.0L, the transmission must come from a 4.0L. The bolt patterns are slightly different on each vehicle and the…

ANSWERED: will a 3.9l v6 tranny bolt up to one of the v8 motors that …

you should be able to bolt the v8 up to your v6 tranny. you need to look for a 5.2 (318) or I would go ahead and look for a 5.9 (360) from a ram if you are going to do a swap. look on www.customdakotas.com for more detailed info to help with the swap.

4L60 differences, v6-v8 – S-10 Forum

Yes but the input shafts are different which means the converter will not bolt up to the flexplate. To the OP use the search button as there are a few posts here that cover this. x2… i used the tranny out of my 4.3 s10…had to have the shaft changed so while it was apart i had it gone over and upgraded to handle the power i should be making A

How to get an engine swap from V6 to V8 – Quora

Answer (1 of 2): Depends on the vehicle. First of all, there needs to be room in the engine compartment for the V8 you plan to swap in. There needs to be room not only for the engine itself, but for the components the engine powers- alternator at a minimum, and often a power steering and A/C comp…

700R4/4L60/4L60E family – V6 vs. V8 – Chevy Message Forum – Restoration …

I was told I could bolt a 4l80E up to my BBC motor. Except the 7th bolt up top would just be left out. … HI, DUDE can u help me with my problem… can a 700R4 transmission from V6 engine fit a V8 305 or 350 engine? Email Report JOGEZAI Forum Newbie Posts: 3 Reg: 09-11-10. User Info. Send Private Topic View Profile.

Jeep V8 Conversion guide Chevy Ford Dodge Engine Swap – jeepfan.com

For instance if your Jeep has an AMC inline 6cyl an AMC V8 will bolt right up to the trans and all you need is some factory motor mounts. Same Jeep getting a Chevy V8 is a different story. You will need transmission and motor mount adapters. Adapters can run from $150 to $1000. Radiators- Most V8 swaps will require a new heavier radiator to …

V6 To V8 2016 Dodge Charger Motor & Transmission Swap

Jun 4, 2021There are just too many variables to have to consider when doing a V6-V8 swap in any car. In any event, to the OP: can you post a couple vids of what it sounds like right now? And maybe include footage of the current exhaust system you’re running. Also, you don’t need to capitalize every word. Ghost Rider Registered Joined Dec 27, 2005 17 Posts

V6 and V8 torque converter differences – S-10 Forum

859 Posts. #5 · Jun 10, 2012. V8’s and V6’s have different torque convertors even when bolted to the same trans. In other words, the torque convertor is based on motor size and the transmissions are the same. V6 with 700R4 has same trans as V8 with 700R4. They do have different torque convertors. Check this out.

FORD 4.0L v6 to a 302 sbf v8 – Hot Rod Forum

7,523 Posts. #3 · Dec 18, 2011. yep. That’s a 4.2L. You could make it work with enough work. The 4.2L does share the SBF bellhousing pattern, but ’97 brought a completly new F-150 and it was not offered with a SBF, so your on your own with motor mounts. Wiring could possibly get done up from a ’98-’01 Explorer 5.0L V8.

T5 V6 to V8 swap….HELLLLLPPPP! – Ford Mustang Forum

Just a couple things: 1. You use the flywheel specific to the motor you are using. 2. You can purchase a 10.5″ clutch to fit the 2000 V6 T5. Just tell them you need a 10.5″ 10 spline clutch. 3. The block plate and bell needs to be used from the 5.0/351W motor.

Differences between 6 cyl. and V8 C4’s – Ford Muscle Cars Tech Forum

#6 · Nov 5, 2007 From my experience here the 6 Cyl ones are identical to the V8 ones in the 1970+ transmissions. I think it is only the pre 70 ones that have fewer clutches etc but i could be wrong. Yes you can bolt up a V8 housing to a 6cyl pump.. As long as converter and flexplate etc all match up. M Mikes66 Registered Joined May 18, 2006

Jeep V8 Engine Swap Options – MotorTrend

Be warned, only the 4×4 Dodge trucks use the required rear-sump oil pan, necessary for axle clearance in a Jeep chassis. The 2WD applications use a center-sump pan that must be swapped. Also, the …

5 speed from a 4.3 fit a v8 – GM Truck Club Forum

Will the stock 5 speed from a 1992 4.3 bolt up to a v8…..By v8 i mean will it fit a 350 and will it fit the newer ls type engines like the 5.3 … Monster 4L60E Transmission with 1650rpm Stall Original engine K&N 57 Series Round Intake … Far as 88-95 v6-v8 TBi engines are my favorite to hot rod because switching to carb is easy as switching …

Engine Swaps – Remanufactured

Bigblock and small block engines share the same bellhousing pattern which means, for example, that if a 229 V6 came out, A 454 “Rat” Chevy engine will “bolt up” to the transmission. None of these 90 degree engines fit in a front wheel drive car. 200 v6 and 229 v6 upgrade to carburated 4.3 V6 easily except for the vacuum advance distributor.

Chevrolet Smallblock Remanufactured Engines

Remanufactured Chevy Small V8 Engines for: Specify Year. Not to be confused with the V6 engine that came much later. 4-Bolt main, Right. Side Dip, 7 bolt exhaust, up to one ton trucks. 2-Bolt, 1 pc rear seal Pass. Side Dip, 7 bolt heads v covers not ribbed, non roller, block #548. EFI, 2 bolt main, roller cam, block #638, 548, 148, valve cover …

v6 to v8 swap? – Toyota Tundra Forums

13 Posts. #3 · Mar 7, 2016. Not 100% sure the trans will bolt up but you will need the wiring harness and ECU for starters. Mounts should be the same. Possibly the fuel pump, not sure if the v8 runs a higher fuel pressure. New to me 2000 Toyota Tundra SR5 Access cab. 4.7L V8 bone stock. 440,000 miles and still going. B.

will the v6 t-5 work on a v8 5.0 – V6 Mustang Forums

The 3.8 T-5 will work fine, its strong enough for your low mod 5.0. You must use a 94-95 5.0 T-5 bellhousing, 5.0 shim plate, and 5.0 157-t 50oz flywheel. Gotta remember that the flywheel must fit the bellhousing and vice versa, this also affects the starter motor. Use 5.0 10.5″ clutch. 3.8 or 94-95 clutch arm will work.

v6 to v8 swap help. – GMC Truck Forum

Discussion Starter · #12 · May 5, 2012. classic o7 said: Also kinda pointless to mod this a 4.3 in a nbs truck. You’ll need to add a bunch of crap to it to make it the power of a stock v8. Throw a couple mods onto the v8 and it will leave a modded v6 in the dust. Read above..

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