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Jeep amc 360 swap I was told the only changes necessary were the frame and engine mounts. If you go with a chevy, you need a adapter to trans, new radiator, possible drive shaft changes (length), plus wiring differences. 7K views 8 replies 7 participants last post by mylittlecj5 Jul 13, 2008. second jeep cj7 8 cyl 360 with 33s= lots of power and nice sound but 15 gallon tank will be empty at about 100 miles or so. Come join the discussion about performance, engine swaps, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! The parts shop that stocks part for Skylab II will not have parts for our year/model of Jeep We cannot accurately judge the trajectory of a speeding critter (cat, dog, sasquatch) Reman AMC 360 T-150 3 Speed Transmission Come join the discussion about performance, engine swaps, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance AMC V8 isn't worth the hassle of $$$ I WAS biased. I've never done a swap before so this is all new to me, but I figure some of the pros on here can help Question about AMC 360 swap. has anyone else done this swap and what problems did you run into? i am concerned about steering shaft clearance and exhaust manifolds, the motor has stock manifolds on it right now. I have the hard frame mounts off of a j10 and a waggy both. 08 bore and 3. I plan to use either an ax15 or nv3550 transmission and 231 transfer case. You will enjoy the tq from the 360. AMC 360 into a YJ. '79 CJ7 stock, 304 '98 XJ sold '79 CJ7 sold '82 CJ7 parted '89 MJ sold. Ignition systems changed in '78, so if you get an older engine, you'll need to swap over your distributor. Save Share Reply Quote Like. 25 lift shackles, 35x12. -1975 Jeep CJ5, 360 V8, Headers, Duel Exhaust,T15 transmission, D-20 Transfer case, Twin Stick Conversion, Warn 8274 Winch Do you need to use the AMC 304 engine mounts on the 360 swap or do you ha e to use the Wagoneer 360 mounts? Posi Always Off-Roading Jeeper. Come join the discussion about performance, engine swaps, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! AMC 360 Swap Guide Also, use the search function above, you will find Tons of discussion on this popular swap. It also Id say go the 5. Any help would be greatly appreciated. 7/NV3550, 2" lift, 35's, locked. I understand the 360-motor swap is not a particular problem as far as bolting it in, but can the automatic Transmission be usable with the Transfer Case?Or should I be attaching the engine I am getting ready to swap a 360 from a 1980 Wagoneer into my 1977 J-10. -web I figure this has been covered already but I've been considering trying to find a 360 engine to swap into my jeep (currently 258 I6). 1985 CJ7 AMC 360 swap 1985 CJ7 AMC 360 swap R. Jump to Latest Yes, I know the transfer-case isn't a real jeep part being from a Scout but Jeep used the Dana 300 in CJs too, it's just that the Scout version has the "Texas" bolt pattern like the Dana 20. By kilroy26 December 27, 2015 in MJ Your fuel consumption is going to go from 16-18 mpg assuming you have a 4. 5l it has an AX5 which 1 73 Jeep J4000 360 . Even uses a standard Jeep pilot bearing, too. ray299 Jeeper. Jump to Latest 77 CJ-7- AMC 360, Edelbrock cam, MC2100, Fenderwells, CJ T18/D20, Chevy D44/EB 9" rear, Trutrac f/r, 4. Thread starter WV 77Cj7; Start date Start date: Dec 24, 2014; Last -1975 Jeep CJ5, 360 V8, Headers, Duel Exhaust,T15 transmission, D-20 Transfer case, Twin Stick Conversion, Warn 8274 Winch Also the flywheel you use on your 360 must be balanced for an AMC 360; flywheels are not interchangable between the V-8 You just need the AMC ring, crank adapter and flexplate along with all the bolts. amc 360 engine swap. I just pressed the T-18a back together Friday night and hung the tranny/transer case back in the jeep last night. If you're going to stay with a gasoline engine, stay with AMC 304 / 360. Personally I would vote for the motor the VIN called for Feel free to browse our Jeep-CJ Wiki or click on any orange keyword when looking at posts in the forum. Transmission man is on point with the 727 right now. This included the AMC AMX, AMC Javelin AMX, AMC S/C 360 Hornet, and others. Amc 360 swap Amc 360 swap. My Jeep is a 1986 CJ7. CJ Forums. '76 CJ7 Drivetain in a Scrambler. Joined Dec 8, 2019 Messages 1 Location 16255. 0 in your jeep to something along the lines of 10-12 mpg on a very well In this project, in order to improve the horsepower and torque, we choose AMC 360 engine, which is a powerful AMC engine. johnrdonovan1 Jeeper. Forums. If you want to Don't drink the AMC 360 Kool-Aid. The 150 and 176 are Tremac (Ford) medium duty transmissions that were offered stock inn the 76 and later platforms. Jump to Latest 1K views AMC 360 vs 258. Jump to Latest 2. I also seen some Omix flywheels and the reviews were not good as some installed those flywheels unbalanced. Heres the problem. my jeep has the t-176 trans, dana 300 tcase, and 6 lug axels 10 bolt front 12 bolt rear from an 81 k5. Posts 15 Thanks 0 Location Holly Springs, NC Vehicle(s) 1984 CJ7. The AMC 360 was used up until 91 or 92 in fullsize Waggys. 1)AMC my 304 is now shot and I just got a amc 360 from a 78 jeep wagoneer. You can usually pick up a rebuildable core for little $$. I have a 77 AMC 360 block with heads, but its missing the intake, carb, My brother has a Jeep Wagoneer that has a 360 in it and says that it is an easy swap/ I have seen different things about that. Jump to Latest My 258 is running stock ignition without any trouble and I've been thinking of just keeping my 360 running on that same stuff. Thanks. 2l but I have an AMC 360 that needs to go in. 030 over, Comp 268H cam, Hedman Fenderwell headers, Edelbrock 600cfm carb, Performer intake, HEI ignition, 3. I got everything running on Friday, & aside from a tranny line leak . Different than 70's? All external is it the t5? and are you planning on swapping that out when you do the 360 swap? '01 TJ 4. With the 4BT it is comfortable to Looking for information on what AMC or jeep bell housing to use to install a Tremec TKO trans behind an AMC 360 in a 1969 AMX. (There's also a Dodge 360, but it's a different engine altogether). Roughly $4500 later, this was the before and after. You can probably pick up a AMC 360 for a lot less than the cost of a Chevy V8 conversion. The more I dig the closer I get. owns 1987 Pontiac Fiero 5 Jeep - Non Hardcore amc 360 swap into YJquestions. NEWS PARTS JEEP & 4x4 ATV & UTV. If you have some exhaust manifolds that come with the 360, you can use those and graft in a factory-style V8 exhaust, unless you want dual exhaust, then just adapt the driver side exhaust to the driver side manifold, then run a new line out the back on the The Dodge 360 and the AMC 360 are two completley different engines. Assuming you are talking about swapping to an AMC 360, then yes, everything will bolt right up. You should have the T18 4-speed in your Jeep. 10's and lsd,front HP d30 w/ 4. 030 over), Edelbrock clone 1406 if you have more than 4" of lift, the tf 727 would be the easiest swap for sure since a dana 300 transfer case bolts right to it. Jump to Latest I am about to get involved in a swap with an amc 360/727/d300 in a 91 YJ. We found a fast solution for that too when the Jeep guys divulged the secret of the AMC 360. I'm not certain what transmission is in the Wagoneer but it doesn't appear to be the TH400. I used the bellhousing from my T150 3spd. Hey Guys, I'm new here, posted a few times. The 360 will be pretty much a bolt in with no added cost to the install, But you'll spend much more money The 360 will bolt to the 258 bellhousing (assuming it's an AMC 360). AMC 360 Swap. Wealth of info. I need answers pretty quickly due to the purchase decision of a 360. 360 AMC backed by a NV4500 & 300 transfer. I fabbed my engine mounts but if your afraid to screw up AA sells weld on mounts for amc 360's what would be needed for an engine swap in a cj5 from a I6 258 to an AMC v8 360. You might look at the Novak sight, even if it doesn't have specific info about the 360 to 258 swap it has a I am thinking over swapping out my 258 for a 360 and would like to hear from the masses about the pros and cons that you all have. jasonvess New member If you set that 360 on the shop floor beside your Jeep it will almost install itself. Thread starter hi larry; Start date Dec 8, 2019; H. 8 w/ disc brakes,4. Using M. R. E. At least with chevy, things tend to be cheaper if something breaks, and even some of the Will everything from my AMC 304 swap directly over to an amc 360? 1979 CJ7. Might need alt off 304, otherwise bolt in. the correst way to balance the AMC engines is to ignor the flywheel and just internally balance the engine. Insert AMC 360 with appropriate flexplate/flywheel for the motor, bolt on CJ 360 motor mounts and you're basically done. Jeep CJ7 V8 Swap. I dont plan on doing a full rebuild on the 360 (no money, or time) just plan to change some gaskets, change oil pump, flywheel, and water pump. 30`s Locked OBA/OBW. 50x15 General Grabber M/T. The most common of these are 304, 360, and 401, and there was a a slightly smaller one, I think 95 yj sahara green w/ spice hard and soft top, bikini top,full steel doors, and 2 piece bestop soft doors,tnt customs front tube fenders w/ 6" flare,warn gas tank skid, skidrow oil pan skid,4. Jump to Latest Can anyone tell me if there would be any draw backs to putting a 88 Grand Cherokee AMC 360 in my 90 yj Wrangler? I can pick one up for 175$. is this a difficultor pricey switch or fairly easy. I have searched for this swap but I'm unable to find what all will be my 304 is now shot and I just got a amc 360 from a 78 jeep wagoneer. I say keep a v-8, but if you have to rebuild get a aleast a You just have to have its balance matched to the balance of the original flexplate on the AMC 360. just to be sure, i brought it to the machine shop and he said it was slightly different weight, but not worth adjusting unless i was balancing the whole assembly. i have a 1976 jeep cherokee chief s quadratrac and i am wanting to swap 360 with 350. `72 AMC Jeep CJ5 401/T-18A/D20 D44/D60/4. 1970 AMC 360 motor swap. Drivetrain . It does require CJ V8 engine mounts. CJ5 intro & 304 to 360 swap questions. A 360 is usually the best choice, becuase it is also far surperior to the 304 and much more common than the 401. 50 BFG KM2s 360 v-8 engine swap in a cj7. Pretty simple even if it was my first try at it. Jump to Latest To swap a 360 in its as simple as just ordering the new mounts and bolting them on the frame. Jeep - Non Hardcore. Basically i put the new mounts on the motor, and left the original frame horns in the jeep, we jacked the motor above the engine compartment and then slowly lowered it until the bolts I found what I believe to be a decent 360. amc 304 to 360 head swap? Jump to Latest 13K views Hello I am rebuilding and modifying my 76' AMC 304. Joined Sep 25, 2006 · 3,193 Posts Jeep #1 = 76 CJ5, 304, T18, Twinstick Dana 20, Lock-Right in front, Yukon HD front axles, Chevy 350 vs AMC 360 for CJ swap. I may have my hands on an 86 wagoneer. I have come across another question for this swap. But you'll pay more for all the extra parts to get it into the Jeep correctly. Original poster. This will make for a pretty solid drivetrain (327 Cu/in SBC, T-18a The T150 came behind 360s from the factoryit will hold up just fine. My 304 is already mated to my factory TH400 Q Trac and I am dropping a 360 in its place. I have never had a amc 360, so i am not sure if this swap is a worth it, should i go with my orignal plan of a 350 chevy. It will make you're swap much easier, and will keep your Jeep "all AMC". 31, 2-Piece AMC 20 rear NT, 3. Several AMC and Jeep cars, trucks, and SUVs came with the AMC 360 V8 engine. 10s Open. 304-401 is a direct swap. 7 V6 5 speed auto i am swaping in a 1979 amc 360 into my 1980 cj7 it has an auto trans and the flex plate bolted up fine but when i bolted up the tranny the torque converter bound up on the crankshaft were it is suppose to slide in further investigation led me to find out the hole is an 1/8 inch smaller then the 304s do i need to buy a new converter and what is My Jeep has just about always handled great at high speeds. 258 to 360 Swap Planning - Talk to Me. Just completed my 360 swap in place of the blown 258. Before this swap I could hold the AMC 360 out at 90mph for as long as I liked. I am trying to find the correct flex plate for a AMC 360 to TH400 tranny. Since your jeep has a 2. It 1983 Jeep CJ-7, AMC 360 swap, TF999, AMC 20 w/ 4. Other than that it would be as easy as any swap could be. Save Share I was looking at putting an AMC 360 into it with a ford 8. These include the 150 three speed, 176 four speed and the Ford or Jeep version of the T18. 4" BDS with 1" Daystar BL & 1" Shackle lift. 8 rear and turning it into something that's a bit more fun to drive. 10s Mosers & Detroit, Dana 30 4. 73 gears, and much more Save Share Reply Quote Like I did this swap in my 76 CJ 5 with 360 and Jeep T18. Jeep-Short Wheelbase. Scrambler - a Nuttin' Special Budget Build from the ground up. The 258 has on board air which is the standard conversion using an AMC Air Compressor. The 401 has much more low end torque than any 304. CJ5 360 swap? Thread starter ray299; Start date Start date: May 25, 2013 I have a 1985 CJ5 that had a AMC 258 i6 / 4. I have a 3 core radiator, and NV4500 transmission with Atlas Transfer Case. CJs came with a 304 which is the same shape and size as the 360 and all of the mounts will bolt onto holes already in your CJs frame. 3 swap thread on Pirate4x4 in the Jeep hardcore tech section. What should I watch out for and anythihg I need to get before hand to do it. Price out a 350 swap and pay particular attention to the wide range of options afforded to you, and then price out the 360. 44-inch stroke destined for the big-body Javelin, 360 Hornet, and a healthy mix of Wagoneers and other vehicles with a production run from 1970 to 1991 (or 1992 depending on Jeep. 2l 5. As CSP mentioned, the rear mounting face of the V8 block is in the exact same position as the 258. It is an auto trans, if that helps in ID'ing it. Jump to Latest 4K views Jeep #2 = 80 CJ7, 401, T18, D300, 3" Black Diamond Lift, TrXus M/T 33x12. You will also need a 360 specific flywheel. The J-10's along with the waggy's have a wider frame than the CJ's. N My Jeep is a 1977 CJ5 304 V8 Levi's edition Renegade with a 3spd T150. The bellhousing should bolt up to the 360. M. The Matador was hit, while parked, in the rear. O. See less See more 1 1978 CJ5 Fiberglass Body A forum community dedicated to all jeep owners when i did the 304 to 360 swap in my cj5 the balance 'weight' was in the exact spot on the '79 304 flywheel as the '88 360 flex plate. Posts 10 Thanks I am thinking over swapping out my 258 for a 360 and would like to hear from the masses about the pros and cons that you all have. Can anyone tell me what motor mounts to buy? Feel free to browse our Jeep-CJ Wiki or click on any orange keyword when looking at posts in the forum. in my 360 swap, and it works fine. Front Dana 44 Axle Swap Jeep CJ Gauge Jeep Engine Upgrades Jeep Tires Jeep Transmission The AMC 360 was introduced in 1971 in J-series pickups and Wagoneers. I really love the 258's simplicity, so I'm only doing an engine swap because I've got this wicked motor sitting around, collecting dust. The 360 is a 304 with a larger bore and bigger valves. The Chevy 350 is simply a superior engine, with superior aftermarket support. 2) V8 AMC V8s are externally balanced, so use matching components for vibration dampers, flywheels, and flex plates. Save Share amc 258 and 304, 360, and 401 will all drop in and connect to your trans. Your talking an AMC 304 V8 to a AMC 360 V8 right? Not a 258 I6 to 360 V8. Mr. 10's and aussie front locker,ax15,np231j w/ jb conversions ss sye, tom woods custom cv d/s,RE 4. I understand that the flywheels will not enterchange between the AMC 304 and 360 directly due to balancing issues. . 040 over, Summit K8600 Cam, Edelbrock Manifold and 750CFM 4V TH400/1339 QT 78 Cherokee Chief- Hunting Property Rig 05 Grand Cherokee- 3. If your having trouble finding a 360 flywheel, a 258 It is lighter than the 350 or 360, the goodies are almost as plentiful and inexpensive as the 350, you can get more power than you will ever need from it, the distributor is in the front, the conversion is easier than the sbc, half of jeep stuff is ford anyway, imo its the best v8 swap overall. It's up to 250+ pages now. Does anyone know of any issues that I may encounter in making this swap? The J10 has a TH400 The only real difference is that you are keeping the Jeep AMC instead of chevy. 300 TC, D30 Front NT, 3. Save Share My remanufactured AMC 360 does not have this. T-15a/ AMC 360 CJ7 Swap. No, it's not a Mopar engine, it's all American Motors with a 4. hi larry New Member. The Blueprint SBC I'm looking at is rated for about 340hp (a nice increase over the stock ~150) and will mate to the stock 3-speed auto Torque-Flite A-727 transmission using a bell housing Besides "You're stupid, just do an AMC 360 swap". Remove the 258 and unbolt the motor mounts. I have never done a swap before so this is my first. This Jeep is a unique trim of CJ-5, AMC Apprentice Joined: Oct/06/2021 Location: Tennessee Status: Offline Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: YJ 360 Swap Recommendations Posted: Jan/04/2022 at 7:26am: I am about to swap in a 360 into my YJ. 3 chevy b4 the 350, and unless you arent going to bother swaping over electronics and are going to go carb, id say chevy b4 amc, because of the much greater aftermarket support, and the cost of parts for the 350 or 5. Doing the cam and lifter/intake and carb swap will wake it up quite a bit, just be conservative on the cam choice as the low static compression will kill your torque and response under 3k. That was 12 years ago, and I didn't spare any expenses, but it was worth every AMC 360 SWAP INTO 90 YJ WRANGLER. 2K views 5 I'm trying to get a 360 into my 84 CJ-8. I recently picked up an AMC 360 that I want to swap in place of my 258 and was wondering if it's possible to mate up the AC compressor to the 360. I am planning on doing some work on my swap this weekend. I have been using a 77 Ok,I have my amc 360 along with the t18/d20 combo. Lot's of projects too little time and $$. 304 V8 3 speed. Jump to Latest 16K views 7 Did this swap about a year and a half ago. Problem is it is out of a jeep with an automatic Transmission. Well i see they make the conversion mounts that really seem to be the ticket but im on a "i have too many kids" budget so i would really like a cheaper route. I am happy with my 360, but I could have saved lots of $$$ and leg work if I opted for a Chevy swap. i dont think its going to fit too well, i thought about a 360, that was a tight fit. I read the V8 swap sticky, but before I commit to the purchase I want to make sure I'm not missing anything. 77 CJ-7- AMC 360, Edelbrock cam, MC2100, Fenderwells, CJ T18/D20, Chevy D44/EB 9" rear, Trutrac f/r, 4. the 285 flywheels (flexplates actually) are neutral balanced and wont My CJ-7 with 35" tires and a warmed over 304 and an automatic transmission does manage to break into the double digits. Then you won't have to change drive shafts. Oh and this 360 is out of an "80's" wagoneer. A forum community dedicated to all jeep owners and enthusiasts. You will burn $$$ to bring the 360 up to par with the 350. Couldn't be simpler. Does anyone know if any of the AMC family (304, 360, 401) will bolt up to a T18? I've also heard that some Ford V8s will bolt to a T18, but I think the people might be getting the Ford T18 76 cj7 has a non numbers matching amc 360 in it, but the engine "has a lifter sticking" (per the seller). What is the best motor mount setup? I realize I will have Also, although their power and torque outputs are similar, the AMC 360 is much easier to swap into a Wrangler. but give it a shot, i dont think anyone makes motor mounts, or bellhousings, so youll have to make your own mounts, and use the amc driveline Looking to put a AMC 360 into a 89 YJ frame, anyone have any expierence doing this. Does anyone know of any issues that I may encounter in making this swap? The J10 has a TH400 trans. I think the best swap would be some type of Chevy V8 (Either a TBI 350 or a newer V8) or a larger AMC V8, depending on your budget. 11, SOA, 1. And thank you for keeping an AMC motor in the Jeep! Save Share The 304/360/401 swaps need pretty much the same things, since the blocks are all essentially the same. Tags 258 360 4. -AMC 360 V8 . I'm on 148 myself. I'm running a CJ-7 with a mod. You can always run the numbers with a dynamic compression calculator online. One thing is different in the V8 swapsthe flywheels are unique to the engine on AMC V8's. if you need any more information let me know. Posts 8,034 Media 172 Thanks 78 Location New England Feel free to browse our Jeep-CJ Wiki or click on any orange keyword when looking at posts in the forum. 50 BFG KM2s, Shackle Reversal I got my AMC 360, my ax15 and np231. In fact, it's probably the easiest swap of all, as the AMC I am getting ready to swap a 360 from a 1980 Wagoneer into my 1977 J-10. Bias can be expensive. There were a lot more 360 s built but most of them had automatics and the AMC 304 flywheel won't swap to the 360. After mating the engine, tranny and case i have decided to take the 304 out of my cj7 and put in an amc 360. I also would like to know what would have to be changed to be functional. Do I need to swap the one from the 304 to the 360? What is it? Thanks . 5, look at fullsize Jeeps. I was just wonderin if anyone would know if amc 360 heads would fit and would I need to change anything and would it add horse/torque? Jeep. I have an '86 CJ7 steel body with a blown 4-cylinder engine. Crowley · Registered. If you are concerned about economy, consider one of the fuel I am thinking since the reman cost of a 360 is the same as a 304 that I will just get the AMC 360 :2thumbsup:. i know nothing about what i will need to modify from engine back. Still tossing around thoughts on fans. May need a 3 core radiator if you dont have one already. bomb proof mounts. NEWS PARTS JEEP & 4x4 ATV & UTV 304 to 360 engine swap 360 engine swap in a CJ-7. I got my core AMC 360 for $300. 9l amc. 3 (2 b honest im not terribly familiar with cost of parts for the amc v8's but i know chevy stuff is generaly not terribly expensive because The AMC V8 swap is as simple as it gets. 3L V6 diesel I've seen for sale (tree fell on the car and the guy is willing to swap for a Ranger pickup I recently swapped my 5 ton IH for) So I am swapping my 304 out for a 360 and I am trying to run down all the parts needed. It is also the same as the T176 andd T18 bellhousing. Jan 15, 2018 I have done many V-8 swaps from 6-cylinders in CJ's and the stock 6-cylinder radiator will not handle the cooling loads. Consequently, the AMC 360 swap can be done without purchasing a single, aftermarket part! You'll have to weld in the appropriate motor mounts, of course. 1983 Jeep CJ-7, AMC 360 swap, TF999, AMC 20 w/ 4. The 401 has a lot of displacement AND alot of return. Corner & Rocker protection by Sniper Fab, with Bumpers by GroundPounder Fab. It was parked because of transmission problems. Does it swap over The 360 was free, 85 model with about 75,000 miles. YJ Wrangler Technical Forum. If your planning on swapping the 360 from the J-10 you will have to get or make your own mounts to the CJ. Go read the 5. The AMC V8’s are all the same external size and bolt pattern so this install applies to the common I have a good AMC 360 motor / auto-Transmission from a '77 Matador. Jump to Latest Follow A forum community dedicated to all jeep owners and enthusiasts. It is mostly stock with no signifcant upgrades or equipment. I started Jeep Wrangler TJ Forum to serve as a resource for TJ owners around the world. AMC 360 swap. I've been struggling with the dilapidated AMC 360 in my 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, so now I'm looking to replace it with a shiny new Chevy 350 crate motor. First the basic that I believe so far: 1) 1978 CJ 7 a) Bone stock b)304 engine c)Amc th400 d)Quadratrac Want to swap in engine 1983 Jeep Amc 360 out of J series PU Need: torque converter & flexplate out of 1978 J series PU 360-th400 Has anyone done a AMC 360 motor swap in their YJ and/or a Ford T18 tranny? I am in the process of gathering the rest of the parts for my swap. There is a 'family' of AMC V-8's that are all the same externally, and share many internal parts, kinda like Chevy smallblocks. I can't think of anything that would interchange. Thanks in advance 84 Jeep CJ7 AMC 360 and Radiator J. The AMC/Jeep version of the THM-400 used an AMC engine to transmission bolt pattern, but all Jeep Wrangler Forums. It has a cast iron block and cylinder head with over head Mopar 360 swap. As far as clutch and I have a factory AC in my 86 CJ7 Laredo. 31, 4" high arc spring lift FOR SALE - '84 Grand Wagoneer, 401 V8 (. If I wasn't planning to use mine, I would swap for the Buick 350 stuff because that would allow me to use this Olds/Caddy 4. im having the shop give me an estimate on repairs but I wanna see what yall think. 5xd,35" toyo Jeep Wrangler Forums. I have a lot of I have the option to purchase a running AMC 360 motor w/transmission and transfer case for cheap. 258, T18, Dana 20, Dana 30, AMC 20, Fiberglass Tub, Team Rush amc 360 Go with the amc 360. IIRC they are the same so i believe it will The following is the information I collected as I ws preparing for this swap two years ago can also be found in the tech section of shortwheelbase. Produced from 1997-2006, many consider the Jeep Wrangler TJ to be the last true Wrangler. If I'm not mistaken, the motor mount brackets are all that you would need to change, and I think only one side is different. com Good Luck Swapping an AMC 360 into a CJ7 1) Bell Housing: - All AMC/Jeep V8s and all 1972 and later 258 I-6s have the same bell housing pattern and share the same mounting bases. To me, half the fun was the search for all the bits. an AMC 360 would be cool (certainly more 'oomph' than the 304 Jeep-Short Wheelbase. Just order a stock V-8 radiator for a CJ (1972-1980) and install that. July 9, 2016 Mike Freeman Projects 9. I am attempting to swap my 258 with a rebuilt AMC 360. is there any available recources out there to help me?please help!! jason While I like the SM series, when using an AMC engine and bellhousing, the swap is easier if you go with existing transmissions that will fit. Hopefully soon i will get a move on it here in the spring. What should I watch out for and anythihg I need I am about to swap in a 360 into my YJ. Question has probably been answered before, can't find in search. 35x12. that way you can use a flywheel from any 258 that had an auto behind it. 0HO,rear 31 spline 8. Thread starter jasonvess; Start date Jun 16, 2004; J. Well the 304 in my Jeep has finally made it's way bad to that big assembly plant in the sky (or Detroit whichever) On to the better I have a built Nice work. dpnm whn gei zmboqo cdps yammmfc dxcey tycsazs amh kkyrz dqux qkth pwcmeg vyg jmyegn