zx28 Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 just an idea, would it be do able or worth the hassle. my dad wrecked the t bird and i m just dreaming of stuff to do with it. im currently putting a lt1 in my 76 280z. i m just wondering if anyone has done it to know if its worth the trouble? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gollum Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Yes, I've thought about this swap (i've researched a great number of swaps though, so that's not saying much). It's a great engine. The engines as a whole are known for head gasket issues, but ARP head studs clears that up just fine. There's guys out there running 13's, 12's, and even 11's on street driven T-birds. Stock bottom ends are good for 400+ hp. Just add a higher PSI pully, and upgrade the fuel system and megasquirt and you're good to go. I think you can also use the Ford ECU tweeker on it. (not positive though) That's a good route if megasquirt seems a bit too scary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete84 Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Are there any 5 speed transmissions that can bolt to those V6s? And take the power? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustyfriend Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 There is a member that has adapted this s/c setup to run on an l28. Not sure if it was a turbo motor or not. You can find the thread in the "turbo/supercharger" area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vintage Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Are there any 5 speed transmissions that can bolt to those V6s? And take the power? Supercoupes did come with a 5speed, a T45, the bellhousing pattern is the same as a small block ford (302/351W) and I know some people are running T5s, even heard of one T56. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikedc528 Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I was doing some searching through the forum and some other places I stumbled across the weight of the 3.8L Ford V6, Ford 3.8 V6-90 351 (w/start, alt, less clutch) Ford 3.8 V6-90 311 ("fully dressed") Ford 5.0 V8 450 Ford 351 Windsor 525 LS1 and the LS6 dry weight is 457.6lbs (auto config) and 497.2lbs (manual config) With these weights, it does seem like a viable option for our z cars. then i stumbled across super six, and they have so many options from 400HP N/A to 500HP S/C kits. you can even add the M112 from the cobra onto the engine with an intake plate they sell. Then you also have the supercoupe website, they offer everything for the supercoupe, from upgraded superchargers, to injectors, which makes this swap look even better. I searched ebay too..didnt find many Essex V6s from the S/C supercoupe, preferred because of the lower CR. . You might be on to something here! http://supercoupeperformance.com//Default.aspx http://www.supersixmotorsports.com/pdf/SSM2007catrev3PowerPaks.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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