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Old Sep 17, 2003 | 07:09 PM
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which is easier?
buying a 305 w/ 5 speed and swapping for 350,

or buying a 350 and swapping the trannys?
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Old Sep 17, 2003 | 07:39 PM
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Switching the tranny might be eaiser. With an engine swap you got new harnesses etc you have to swap out. But of course more info on the car would be useful. Is it in a car you got now, or looking into?
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Old Sep 17, 2003 | 07:51 PM
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Swapping engines is much easier. The engines are basically the same. Swapping in a manual for an auto is a pain in the ***. Be warned though a stock T-5 wont stand up to much power.
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Old Sep 17, 2003 | 08:06 PM
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I agree that swapping engines is easier but I'd go the tranny route-> 5-speed won't hold up too well to a 350.

-Rippin
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Old Sep 17, 2003 | 11:16 PM
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What is your budget, if you have a large enough one, and really want the manual, get the 305 and swap in a 350 with a t-56
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Old Sep 17, 2003 | 11:27 PM
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Originally posted by m0nk
What is your budget
i think that was the key point.
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Old Sep 18, 2003 | 02:49 AM
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swapping blocks would be cheaper especially if its carbed. but dont forget fuel pump
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