I have an 87 with a 3.9 auto. What do i need to do to get more clearance in front of the motor, as it looks like the water pump would be very close to the radiator without the fan on. Anything else to think about besides mounts, as in wiring, etc.?
Thanks,
Matt

 

you could swap the 'aero' style front end onto yours, that would give you the clearance you would need, you'd need the hood, the headlights, the grill, bumper, and the core support would also need to be swapped, then you'd have the room you need for that V8

 

can i use V8 motor mounts from one of the "aero" trucks, or get oe mounts for a shelby? i have a 318 from a 71 plymouth satellite. any wiring need changing?
Thanks

 

the mounts from either will work, but I think the 6 and the 8 used the same mounts, if not that early they definitely did when the magnums rolled out.

 

The 71 has front motor mount ears, and the 87 truck has mid mount pads. You need a newer motor or spend $400 on custom mounts. Or do you have a welder.

 

my father in law is good at welding, what do i need to do?

 

just make a plate to adapt the old mounting spot to the mounts that are needed now and you should be fine.

 

yeup , I did the same thing to my 87, I moved it 2 1/4 inches back to have clearance for the waterpump, and I put an electric fan on the front of the rad. Ill show you pictures of the mounts we made

 

http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/g...a/CIMG2425.jpg
http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/g...a/CIMG2432.jpg
http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/g...a/CIMG8053.jpg

 

thanks mini
any idea for headers and an oil pan, as the pan on it was from the ply. satellite and it has a front to mid oil pickup