1990 Chevy Silverado replacement

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GREG JAMES
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1990 Chevy Silverado 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

i am attempting to swap engines with a 1997 gmc 1500 suburban's vortec v8 what modifications am i going to endure being that i have a vortec v6
Nov 5, 2009 at 4:01 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Basically everything needs changed. Motor mounts, vacuum harness, computer, wiring harness... I recommend staying with a direct fit replacement. When you change things like this, it's not worth the effort.
Nov 16, 2009 at 5:27 AM
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