Sorry if this has been answered a lot but I am just wondering what year is the best for a V8 swap? I currently have a 96 but it seems like the many are doing V8 swaps to the ibeam trucks. Thanks
Which year is a better plateform for a V8 swap?
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At least with yours you got springs... To just get stiffer ones when you got a heavier engine. I know 95 ext cabs they say you don't have to mod the heater box. Other then that idk.
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Perfect candidate!
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Exactly, the '96 is perfect.
Thanks guys! I will start looking for more info on this swap for my 96. I found a 98 explorer with a 5.0 for the swap but from what I read I need to get a 96-97 because of the PATS system. Also I am trying to find a tuner who can flash the computer for a t5
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Dude, you have my exact truck (but 1 year older) from a few years back.
White xcab, 4.0 auto with open 3.08. Justin, when you get ready to do that swap, come find me. Also, I may want your motor...dunno yet.
We still on for the gauge cluster swap this weekend?
White xcab, 4.0 auto with open 3.08. Justin, when you get ready to do that swap, come find me. Also, I may want your motor...dunno yet.
We still on for the gauge cluster swap this weekend?
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