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re: Jeep wrangler V8 engine conversion. Looking for forum or mechanics referral

Posted on 10/18/23 at 9:31 pm to
Posted by BayouBengalRubicon
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2019
382 posts
Posted on 10/18/23 at 9:31 pm to
There's plenty of Jeep Forums and thousands that have documented these swaps. I build Jeeps, here's your options:

Mopar 360 Magnum mated to your stock trans - sensors and electronics are easy to make work because it's like for like.

SBC with adapter to Jeep trans or a GM trans. Run Carb or Holley Sniper. Easy as can be!

5.3 LS with 4L60E : modify wiring harness to run PCM and TCM

all require engine mounts and/or trans adapters which Advance Adapters makes them all. If not using the Jeep trans, then you'll likely need a custom driveshaft for the trans. Gauges are easy to do with after market and EFI and TCM are easy from the aftermarket these days.

Jeeps are simple with tons of room to work. If you can weld and turn wrenches, you can pull this off with some long weekends a couple buddies
This post was edited on 10/18/23 at 9:34 pm
Posted by Jaydeaux
Covington
Member since May 2005
18782 posts
Posted on 10/18/23 at 9:35 pm to
Bayou, I have a 5 L ford v8 thats in a ‘98 explorer. Ive seen a few forums say that’s possible but I’m worried about the transmission. I can do a lot but not weld.
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