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dauntless 225 engine swaps?

Discussion in 'Jeepster Commando and Commando Tech' started by toyvette81, Apr 29, 2007.

  1. toyvette81

    toyvette81 Member

    are there any other engines that i could put in my 67 commando, i have tried for a year to break this one loose...no luck im just going to have to take it out and break it down. but for the mean time mabye i could find a engine for cheap that will fit right in?
    and for further information for me what model/s could i use the power steering setup to swap out in my 67 commando... disc breaks also?
     
  2. junkfood

    junkfood Member

    Any Buick 3.8L rear wheel drive will bolt right in, if you have an automatic trans.. If you have a manual you will need a flywheel for an even fire motor or have yours rebalanced.
    Keith
     
  3. toyvette81

    toyvette81 Member

    i have the 3 speed mannual, rebalanced to what specs? are there any other motors that will bolt to my trans
    Thanks,
     
  4. berthoudjeepster

    berthoudjeepster New Member

    I have more or less the same question. I'd like to replace the V6 in my 1970 Commando with a newer version that has both fuel injection and electronic ignition. Does anybody have any suggestions regarding which year donor cars I should be looking for? Also, I've heard that some Oldsmobiles and Pontiacs used the same engine. Any suggestions?
     
  5. Boyink

    Boyink Super Moderator Staff Member

    You'll dig up lots of fun stuff doing a search here on the forums - but the simple answer is there's no OEM Buick V6 / Rear Wheel Drive / Fuel Injection to be found.
     
  6. sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

    Rebalanced to your new engine. Check the tech section, there's more than a few items there that pertain to the topics in this thread under the V6 portion. :beer:

    http://earlycj5.com/tech/engines/225/index.php
     
  7. Hurstjeepster

    Hurstjeepster New Member

    Has anyone swapped in a 4.1 liter (252 CI) Buick V-6 into their Jeepster? Does it need a larger radiator? I am trying to locate a donor list of GM RWD cars that used this motor--most we early 80s. I know that I came across one on the web somwhere--now I cannot locate it. Thanks.
     
  8. lamar

    lamar Member

    got a friend who put a 252 in his 70 commando 10 years ago . used the stock radiator and has no cooling problems.
     
  9. Pack Rat

    Pack Rat Old Timer