1981 Buick Regal engine replacement

1981 BUICK REGAL
113,000 MILES • 3.8L • V6 • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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CHANCE43
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i have a 1981 buick regal with a 231 engine would a 383 stroker fix in the regal easy if so what kinda of transmission would i need to put in it and would i have to get a different rearend for it
May 23, 2015 at 8:03 PM
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HMAC300
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the 383 will fit as it's same outside dimensions as a 350 of course you wil have to change mounts for engine, use 350 trans and you don't need to replace the rear end unless you blow it up
May 24, 2015 at 8:20 AM
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