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i got this 89 camaro... i was wondering what motor was best for boosted aplications like 4.3, 3.8, 3.4, 3.1, 2.8, 3800, 3400, 3100 series and its probably going to be intercooled and also if i could use any turbos like ones off of another v6 off of 300zx etc...
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only ones i can think of and that are recommended are the the 3.4 DOHC and the (3.4L)3400 SFI motors. the 3800 isnt discussed here.1996 chevy beretta "BRM" Black rose metallic purple. 2.2L 5 speed. pacesetterheader full 2.25in exhaust all the way back into a dynomax ultra flo muffler. FFP UDP, CAI, pioneer head unit w/stock speakers. MRZ stut/shock tower braces. KYB shocks/struts sprint 1.6in lowering springs. 17x8in MB "boost" 5 star rims wrapped in 215/40/17 kumho spt tires
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You have a Camaro (RWD) so you are limited to the RWD blocks, so the XX00 engines are out of the question uless you are a serious fabricator and are willing to put a tubular k-member in. Many people have had good luck with boosting the 60* motors in general. Of course there is no replacement for displacement and if you have access to a 3.4, go for it. If you still want more power, put 3400 heads, pistons, and intake on it.
You should search a little bit and your questions will be answered for the most part
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I'd boost the 4.3 out of those choices. It will be the cheapest to build and should have the most aftermarket support.
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Originally posted by ForcedFirebird View PostYou have a Camaro (RWD) so you are limited to the RWD blocks, so the XX00 engines are out of the question uless you are a serious fabricator and are willing to put a tubular k-member in. Many people have had good luck with boosting the 60* motors in general. Of course there is no replacement for displacement and if you have access to a 3.4, go for it. If you still want more power, put 3400 heads, pistons, and intake on it.
You should search a little bit and your questions will be answered for the most part.
Why the tubular K-member? I won't be cutting my crossmember out and replacing it with tubular.Comment
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Would you care to enlighten, I have been understanding the issue of room under the f-body's.Originally posted by The_Raven View Post
BTW, just saw a 3400 placed in a 4th gen f-body that has a tubular front, and it was still a tight squeeze.Comment
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Originally posted by ForcedFirebird View Post
I'm going to modify the 3400 Oil pan, I figured that would be the easiest way. Modfy on the Bench, instead of cutting out the crossmember, plating and welding in a tubular crossmember.
Just FYI, I have a Jimmy, so I also can't just simply unboly this section either.
I will be welding a couple mounts to the lower front of the crossmember, for other things though.
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That's already planned.Originally posted by ForcedFirebird View PostMake sure you get some pics for us.
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