Re: [DML] Engine Swap-Out

["content22207" <brobertson@xxxx>]

Am burning a replacement PRV already. Should some ill befall it, will
probably rustle up a running Volvo 760 series and simply transfer
block. Is no love lost between myself and the Fench/Swedes, but is
easiest way to keep my DeLo on the road.

Found replacing 460 in one of my Lincolns with earlier high
compression model (1969 into 1979) to be royal pain in the assets.
Headaches all caused merely by decade jump in model years. Everything
from timing chain cover forward had to be updated. Carburetor sat too
low to clear late model cruise control. Exhaust manifolds were too
big. Had to cojoin driveshafts to mate 1979 differential to 1969
transmission. Shift linkage turned around 180 degrees. List goes on...

Totally understand re-engining a DeLo if replacement block itself is
objective. Nothing less will satisfy. But if owner has ongoing problem
tuning PRV, or even has actual damage to engine, may want to ensure
all options on this side of the fence explored before rushing to
jetison block car was designed for (yes, I know PRV was not JZD's
first choice, but it's a lot closer to what cars left factory with
than Vortec's and Northstar's).

Bill Robertson
#5939

>--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "at88mph" <at88mph@xxxx> wrote:
> >. How much extra weight did you put back
> > there? Any?
> 
> The weight is actually about the same (within 20-30 lbs and probably
less
> than that since I took off most of the stock serpentine belt
brackets due to
> space) Chevy shows "shipping weight" being 434 lbs. Handling wise, I
> haven't noticed any difference.
> 
> > The fact that you did this WITHOUT being an experienced mechanic is
> > incredible.
> 
> Well, think about it this way. You're just replacing a engine. 
What I mean
> is, your taking out an engine and putting another one in. You're not
> tearing into the engine, installing cam, valves, rocker rollers, timing
> chain, etc...you're just putting in something else. (if ya
understand what I
> mean) Knowing that there's enough space there to do it (and I did b/c
> Darryl Tennerset and Mike Bell had done the swap so it must fit!)
all you
> have to do is find a way to mount it and wire it up. (well, there
is more
> to it than that, but I think you understand my point) Heck, for that
> matter, you could go with an earlier 4.3 that has no computer and you
> wouldn't even have to worry about that. However, the wiring is actually
> really simple and you could easily wire any engine to fit into the
> compartment. I just went with the 94 b/c there's more power and fuel
> effectiveness by a computer controlled setup. Also, I was able to
wire up
> the OBDI connector so I can troubleshoot any problems I may have. I
just
> used the 'lambda' light for the 'service engine soon' light. If it
throws a
> code, my 'lambda' light comes on :) I was able to do the entire
install in
> 9 months and could have it done alot sooner if I didn't hate cold
weather
> soooo much ;)
> 
> I also have to give ALOT of thanks to others such as Mike Bell and
Darryl
> Tennerset for their info and advice on the engine swap and most
recently Jim
> Strictland and Bob Brandys with their info on the Porsche tranny setup.
> This is also a big factor when you can talk to others who have
actually done
> the swap to get info if you get stuck. They were invaluable with my
setup
> and I invite anyone who is thinking of doing this similar swap to
call on me
> if needed for info.
> 
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Duke
> 
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "cruznmd" <racuti1@xxxx>
> To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2003 2:39 PM
> Subject: Re: [DML] Engine Swap-Out
> 
> 
> >. How much extra weight did you put back
> > there? Any?
> >
> 
> > The fact that you did this WITHOUT being an experienced mechanic is
> > incredible.
> >
> > Rich
> > #5335