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CdM · 05-07-2012, 12:56 PM

Anyone out there swap a tbi ran motor from a gen one or 92 chevy?...
the only thing im caught on is if the computer and harness has to swap or if there is a more (Basic) way of doing things. I have a strong motor in a truck that wont pass smog so i'd like to use and leave the original 327 for a down the road rebuild. Didint see much in the search.. Thanks folks!!

**scotts62** · 05-07-2012, 10:37 PM

Would not be hard at all to use that style engine verses an LS, yeah you would need the computer and all unless you just wanted to throw and carb on it and go.

**Captainfab** · 05-08-2012, 01:20 AM

Yes you will need the computer, the wiring harness and all the sensors needed for the engine to run correctly. The TBI swap harnesses are relatively cheap, unless you like to sort thru wiring harnesses.....or have more time than $$.

tincan1966 · 05-08-2012, 01:49 AM

I originally had a 5.7(350) TBI in my suburban, but have since changed to a 427 w/ TBI from a '90 7.4L.

Using a Painless Performanc harness. Very simple hookup.

CdM · 05-08-2012, 12:24 PM

Thanks for the info!! I do have more time than money at the moment so I just might be digging around.

05-07-2012, 12:56 PM	#1
CdM Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oceano,CA Posts: 157	donor tbi swap into a 66 Anyone out there swap a tbi ran motor from a gen one or 92 chevy?... the only thing im caught on is if the computer and harness has to swap or if there is a more (Basic) way of doing things. I have a strong motor in a truck that wont pass smog so i'd like to use and leave the original 327 for a down the road rebuild. Didint see much in the search.. Thanks folks!! __________________ Build Thread 66 custom cab lwb http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=465726 66 fleet lwb- In process 64 k10 10inch lift 38.5's- In process 92k1500 400hp on 38.5-parts truck now 8(

05-07-2012, 10:37 PM	#2
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,243	Re: donor tbi swap into a 66 Would not be hard at all to use that style engine verses an LS, yeah you would need the computer and all unless you just wanted to throw and carb on it and go. __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

05-08-2012, 01:20 AM	#3
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: donor tbi swap into a 66 Yes you will need the computer, the wiring harness and all the sensors needed for the engine to run correctly. The TBI swap harnesses are relatively cheap, unless you like to sort thru wiring harnesses.....or have more time than $$. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

05-08-2012, 01:49 AM	#4
tincan1966 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Independence,KS Posts: 1,477	Re: donor tbi swap into a 66 I originally had a 5.7(350) TBI in my suburban, but have since changed to a 427 w/ TBI from a '90 7.4L. Using a Painless Performanc harness. Very simple hookup.

05-08-2012, 12:24 PM	#5
CdM Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oceano,CA Posts: 157	Re: donor tbi swap into a 66 Thanks for the info!! I do have more time than money at the moment so I just might be digging around. __________________ Build Thread 66 custom cab lwb http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=465726 66 fleet lwb- In process 64 k10 10inch lift 38.5's- In process 92k1500 400hp on 38.5-parts truck now 8(

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