Gen 5 Camaro Internal Engine Tech - Is v-6 to v-8 swap possible in gen 5s?




solobaric
07-25-2010, 11:06 PM
Anyone done a v-6 to v-8 swap in a gen 5 yet? I bought a v6 for my daily driver but as soon as it's paid off I'd like to do a v8 swap. Didn't know if anyone had any experience doing a swap? I figure the PCM would be the only
major issue but surely it can be overcome, I hope?


robsls1
07-26-2010, 10:45 AM
I would assume the harness and such would have to be changed. Also the cradle would have to be changed I think.

solobaric
07-26-2010, 02:19 PM
Yeah I was thinking the harness for sure. I'm wondering if swapping the harness would be just a simple plug and play? Anyone know for sure about the cradle?


Javier97Z28
07-26-2010, 05:30 PM
As with most swaps of cars this new, even 5 years from now when you pay it off.. it will be cheaper to sell it and buy a V8 car to begin with.

SS 376
07-27-2010, 01:47 PM
As with most swaps of cars this new, even 5 years from now when you pay it off.. it will be cheaper to sell it and buy a V8 car to begin with.

:nod: This is the right answer.

solobaric
07-27-2010, 02:17 PM
I do agree with that to a certain extent, it's not entirely true for me personally. If I had a v8 car I would want to do a motor/tranny/rear swap as well so it's money I'd spend anyway. Plus doing most of the work myself helps, as well as the small savings on fuel and insurance on the v6 for 4 years helps too.