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Old 04-20-2012 | 12:01 AM
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Question 1979 camaro help

I just got a 1979 camaro that currently has a straight six engine and a faulty tranny that will engage but not go drive in reverse. I would like to put a v8 in and swap from automatic to manual tranny. I need help on where to start! thanks
Old 04-20-2012 | 03:14 PM
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Re: 1979 camaro help

I just need to know which engine and transmission I should get.
Old 04-20-2012 | 03:40 PM
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Re: 1979 camaro help

Do you want a stock 79 setup or something like a new motor that will work with modifications?
Old 04-20-2012 | 07:15 PM
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Re: 1979 camaro help

Your 1979 Camaro = Car A
A similar car that ran when you parked it (usually a wreck or rust or ?) = Car B

Park them together and move everything over.

That is how to do a swap if you need help on where to start.
Old 04-26-2012 | 07:37 AM
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Re: 1979 camaro help

Anyone know if this will fit? 350 Crate Engine 330HP (Deluxe) HO with Iron Vortec Heads 19210008
Old 04-26-2012 | 08:53 AM
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You can use just about any motor in your car. Just have to find an engne, transmission combo and then modify whatever you choose to work.
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