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    I couldn't find the exact info I was lookin for in other threads so hopefully you can help me here. I know it's possible to swap the 3.1 crank and connecting rods into the 2.8, but do I need to get new pistons as well or will the 2.8 pistons work. Money is a big issue and I'm hopin I can make this work, I'm just worried about clearance. All help is greatly appreciated.

  • #2
    you need the 3.1 pistons as well. the compression height changed with the stroke increase.


    I have a set that i'll sell you for real cheap if you are in the states, they are FWD dished pistons though.. only good if you are using aluminum heads.
    Past Builds;
    1991 Z24, 3500/5 Spd. 275WHP/259WTQ 13.07@108 MPH
    1989 Camaro RS, ITB-3500/700R4. 263WHP/263WTQ 13.52@99.2 MPH
    Current Project;
    1972 Nova 12.73@105.7 MPH

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    • #3
      Thanx dave but I got the old cast heads since this is out of a 85 Fiero GT. And I was afraid the pistons were different. Thanks for the info anyways.

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      • #4
        No problem, good luck!
        Past Builds;
        1991 Z24, 3500/5 Spd. 275WHP/259WTQ 13.07@108 MPH
        1989 Camaro RS, ITB-3500/700R4. 263WHP/263WTQ 13.52@99.2 MPH
        Current Project;
        1972 Nova 12.73@105.7 MPH

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        • #5
          you cant swap the 3.1 crank into an 85 block, 86 up yes. 85 has differnt journal sizes= crappy

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          • #6
            Originally posted by Fierobuffoon View Post
            you cant swap the 3.1 crank into an 85 block, 86 up yes. 85 has differnt journal sizes= crappy
            85 was the transition year, meaning some 85 blocks will still have the smaller journals, while some will have the larger journals. All EFI engines were large journal crankshafts with one piece rear seal. Not sure if an 85 Fiero is EFI or not.
            -Brad-
            89 Mustang : Future 60V6 Power
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            • #7
              an 85 fiero has the same motor as the 86-88 2.8s. i believe it's the L44?
              1995 Monte Carlo LS 3100, 4T60E...for now, future plans include driving it until the wheels fall off!
              Latest nAst1 files here!
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