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EARLY 6.0 CHEVROLET TRANSMISSION BOLTUP PLUS
EARLY 6.0 CHEVROLET TRANSMISSION BOLTUP SERIES

Some of the reasons for the popularity of these engines are: availability, outstanding parts interchangeability, compactness and light weight, plus the fact that these engines fit nicely in most Jeeps.

EARLY 6.0 CHEVROLET TRANSMISSION BOLTUP SERIES

Stock Small Block series engines consist of the following displacements: 265, 283, 305, 307, 327, 350, 400. The 1958-2001 Chevy Small Block V8’s are very popular for Jeep swaps. Some information provided by Novak Conversions You have to keep in mind the steering rod, hood clearance, the front drive shaft, the radiator, the cowl, the brake master cylinder, fenders, wiring, etc… Most problems involve getting and fitting parts into the engine compartment. Try to go to your local parts store and get a radiator hose for a Chevy 350 in a Jeep CJ, most times the say “That’s not in my book here”. Annoying Problems- All kinds of problems can arise doing a swap.Harder way is duals out the back with headers or manifolds, this usually needs to be done by a muffler shop and some won’t do it for emissions reasons. The easy way is getting a set of fender well headers and slapping mufflers out the side with some turn-outs $150-$250. Exhaust Systems- These can be easy or frustrating.Radiators- Most V8 swaps will require a new heavier radiator to handle the V8, fortunately there are several companies which make conversion radiators that fit right into the stock Jeep grille.You will need transmission and motor mount adapters. Same Jeep getting a Chevy V8 is a different story. For instance if your Jeep has an AMC inline 6cyl an AMC V8 will bolt right up to the trans and all you need is some factory motor mounts. Adapters- (Novak GM Adapter shown) Depending on what you have and what you are putting in will decide this.Non-Stock transmissions like a NV4500 are a good choice but can cause clearance problems, require expensive adapters, and usually require driveshaft lengthening/shortening. Most others aren’t considered strong enough but can be used if not abused. Some earlier stock transmissions like the T18, T150, T176, and the automatics are pretty good choices.

Transmission- Depending on the HP and how heavy your foot is your stock Jeep trans may not handle the engine.

When switching to a modern electronically controlled engine do your research and make sure it’s possible to adapt electronics to an old vehicle. Swapping in an odd-ball V8 just because it’s laying around is often a bad and costly idea. Sometimes a new engine can be cheaper than a rebuild plus you get a warranty. A complete new performance motor will run $2000+. An engine can run from $50 to however much you want to spend.

Engine- Try to get a complete engine for all of the accessories especially brackets.

The GM gen 3+ engines have a solid aftermarket providing readily available swap parts from electronics to exhaust systems. They still carry a hefty price tag but performance and reliability just can’t be beat. Since modern electronically controlled engines have matured swapping one of these into a classic Jeep is easier than ever. Swapping a V8 into an open roof Jeep like a CJ or a Wrangler is an old practice that continues today. Your swap has to be what is right for your application. Do plenty of research and use as many resources as possible to form your own views. Here’s a list of essential items you will need, not to mention also needing the proper tools.Īlso keep in mind that we are not claiming to be experts on this so don’t consider our opinions as rules only a guide.

It is tough to put an exact price on, or what all you need. This is a common conversion, one we have done several times.