I am looking to put a v8 in my 88 wrangler and i want to see what i could get for my engine or if there is any interest.

4.2 rebuilt 20,000 miles ago
4.0 head with mopar fuel injection kit from Hesco
york A/C bracket


Thanks for any input

you could ask in the for sale section.

you could ask in the for sale section.

He is asking input..not advertising it for sale. It's borderline chitchat:).

I thought it would be borderline, but i am not ready for any transactions. I am looking to set my budget. When I decide to sell I will go there.

Thanks

My opinion...

The engine isnt worth much. Sorry.
Anyone with a vehicle that has a 258 in it that needs a new engine would do better to put a 4.0 in. They're more readily available and can be had in good condition for under $500.

On the other hand, I paid $1200 for a very complete used MPI kit bought here in the ForSale section back in 2004 or so. It was complete down to new hoseclamps, CARB sticker, and instructions, etc. I just needed to buy a few feet of fuel injection hose. Its probably worth more now, the price on them has gone up since.

k.

What type of engine are you looking to put in your rig?

I have a few on my short list:

5.7 Hemi - still researching the throttle and not sure if all years have the electric throttle any info is helpful

LS1 - is a definate possibilty. I have a NV 4500 with a Mopar bellhousing so that has a little influence but i am very open.

I am hoping that the 5.7 is more available at the local junk yards.

Thanks in advance for any info

Anything that bolts an LS1 or chevy genIII (vortec) to a jeep is readily available and with more aftermarket suport.
Here is one Im working on for a scrambler alredy bolted to the dana 300. Not to mention all the smog legal crossover parts.
http://photos3.hi5.com/0044/850/798/RLXguw850798-02.jpg

where are you located? I do appreciate all the info. I have built and swapped every axle, transfer case, but i have never done an engine swap so i am looking for alot of help!!

I am in socal. I sell smog legal GENIII and GENIV chevrolet engine coversion kits.

I am now definately looking for a LS1. From what i have been reading, I should be looking for a 2001 - 2003 out of a camero or firebird. Is this correct? I will be starting to scrounge every socal junk yard soon.

Thanks

LS1 in a camaro was only produced till 2002 if you want an LS1 from a GTO you will pay a preminum for that. Are you looking to comply with smog? You have to make sure you get all the components (Evap, tank perss sensor, exahust etc) I have done a few LS1 conversions but for 1/2 the price I settled for the 6.0 truck engines with the bigger 80e transmissions and better torque curve of the getgo.

I am not looking to meet smog. I currently have the option of passing (knowing the right folks) and or registering in another state. I am now guessing my range of years is 2001 - 2002? I really appreciate the info. I have a NV4500 and 8.8 and 44 in the jeep, so we should be ready to go!!