Motor swap

Asked by Barb Nov 02, 2019 at 07:04 PM about the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice

Question type: Car Customization

What all do i need to change if I
want to replace the 350 carbrated
motor in my 87 caprice and put a
6.0 fuel injected in. I have wiring
harness but what else will I ha e ti
do?

1 Answer

70

The list is long for any LS Swap. For starters, to get the engine mounted you need SBC LS adapter plates. To utilize the old style transmission you will need a flexplate that fits both the bolt pattern on the 6.0 crankshaft and has the correct bolt pattern + offset for the torque converter. There are far too many factors as to what all is needed though. It will be at minimum 1500 dollars in parts alone to do properly. Thats assuming you already have a complete engine, harness and pcm.

Your Answer:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    james sparrow
    Reputation
    1,050
  • #2
    Sam Sumlin
    Reputation
    840
  • #3
    Gene Arnett
    Reputation
    400
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Chevrolet Camaro
13 Great Deals out of 468 listings starting at $11,749
Used Ford Mustang
37 Great Deals out of 1,639 listings starting at $8,800
Used Dodge Charger
28 Great Deals out of 907 listings starting at $5,995
Used Chevrolet Monte Carlo
5 listings starting at $9,800
Used Chevrolet Corvette
31 Great Deals out of 738 listings starting at $10,989
Used Ford Taurus
5 Great Deals out of 81 listings starting at $4,990

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.