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How do I swap the computer? Are there any tips or things I should be careful to avoid?

Tiny
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I swapped engines from an 89 Camaro and put it in my 88. Now it won't crank. The computer wasn't swapped, but I have it. Also the wiring harness wasn't taken out of the 89 and I don't have it.
Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 AT 4:48 PM

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Tiny
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You need to replace the wiring harness, vacuum harness. As far as the computer, disconnect the battery and don't connect it until everything is reconnected.
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Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 AT 4:59 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for the info. One more question. Do you know where to find those parts? I've been searching the internet and haven't had any luck yet.
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Thursday, October 6th, 2011 AT 5:01 PM
Tiny
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The best place to look would be a salvage yard.
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Thursday, October 6th, 2011 AT 5:49 PM
Tiny
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Thanks again!
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Thursday, October 6th, 2011 AT 7:57 PM
Tiny
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Let me know how things work for you.

Joe
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Friday, October 7th, 2011 AT 1:16 AM
Tiny
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I found the wiring harness, just took a few hours. Hopefully it will still be there when I have the money for it. The vacuum harness was already switched. And the computer has been switched. Maybe it won't take much longer.
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Friday, October 7th, 2011 AT 3:36 AM
Tiny
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Glad you found it. Keep me updated.
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Friday, October 7th, 2011 AT 3:37 AM

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