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- Jun 21, 2008
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- Vehicle Year
- 1987
- Transmission
- Automatic
1986 4x4 Extended Cab STX completely stock.
The time has come to swap the old 2.9 for a 5.0.
I've read through the V-8 posts and the Tech Library several times. This swap is definitely beyond me as there seems to be some additional fabrication required and I have zero welding skills.
Most swap info doesn't specify additional info for a 4x4, which I'm assuming complicates things?
Anyone in NorCal (Sacramento region) completed this swap?
Recommendations for shops that can do this work?
Recommendations for shade-tree mechanics that are willing to make a few under the table bucks to help me get this done?
I can get my hands on donor vehicles without a problem. I also have access to a cherry picker and plenty of tools.
Referrals to honest, hard-working enthusiasts welcome!
Any words of encouragement are also welcome!!
The time has come to swap the old 2.9 for a 5.0.
I've read through the V-8 posts and the Tech Library several times. This swap is definitely beyond me as there seems to be some additional fabrication required and I have zero welding skills.
Most swap info doesn't specify additional info for a 4x4, which I'm assuming complicates things?
Anyone in NorCal (Sacramento region) completed this swap?
Recommendations for shops that can do this work?
Recommendations for shade-tree mechanics that are willing to make a few under the table bucks to help me get this done?
I can get my hands on donor vehicles without a problem. I also have access to a cherry picker and plenty of tools.
Referrals to honest, hard-working enthusiasts welcome!
Any words of encouragement are also welcome!!
