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To: 09Patriot

Fair enough. Rebuild the underhood wiring harness *first* with all modern wires and connectors and you’ll avoid a lot of nightmares before, during, and after the swap. Also, make sure the TH400 behind the engine is properly rebuilt. Next, unless it has the later GM-sourced HEI ignition system, convert it to the optical or CDI aftermarket ignition controls. Then install an aftermarket transmission cooler and a larger (+1 core) radiator of good quality to avoid the thermal kills so common to Brit cars of the era. Finally, fit the car with at LEAST a 105 amp (bigger is better) alternator and upgrade the battery and alternator leads to avoid a lot of the electrical problems with the car. You may also wish to fabricate some electric fans for it.


115 posted on 12/04/2008 12:07:48 AM PST by Spktyr (Overwhelmingly superior firepower and the willingness to use it is the only proven peace solution.)
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To: Spktyr

rolls has a gm tranny? cool


116 posted on 12/04/2008 2:39:19 AM PST by 09Patriot (I am a MILITANT Conservative, compassionate conservatism got us NOWHERE)
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