V12 + transmission convertion
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V12 + transmission convertion
Hello, just joined this forum... I'm thinking to get rid of the original engine and transmission in my '82 XJS... too many problems.. I would like to have there a small economic engine and, if possible, a manual transmission.
The easiest option as I heard is the small block Chevy, but still it isn't too economic..
Any suggestions? Does anyone have experience with Japanese engines/gears that can fit with minimum modification? Can you refer me to someone who already did it?
Thank you!
The easiest option as I heard is the small block Chevy, but still it isn't too economic..
Any suggestions? Does anyone have experience with Japanese engines/gears that can fit with minimum modification? Can you refer me to someone who already did it?
Thank you!
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well most of us are all about the v12, but the most economic would be a lsx engine, (what replaced the sbc) like a 6.0 would have more power than the orignal. someone sells a kit but i dont know who off hand. If you want a manual transmission its just a matter of acquiring of making a pedal box, i made the one for mine, its solid with a short throw, but if you dont like modifying and fabricating the automatic would be easiest, a 4l80e prolly.
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