Will the 3.5l Duratec fit in the Ls ---Engine Swap---
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captainalias
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True, but it would've been nice if the base LS had a stronger V-6.
Yes it would "fit!"
For the engine swap you have to change computers, wire harnesses, custom fabricate a lot of stuff. Major PITA Several thousand dollars, for 45HP
It would be cheaper & easier to install a supercharger / turbo on your current engine.
Or
For the engine swap you have to change computers, wire harnesses, custom fabricate a lot of stuff. Major PITA Several thousand dollars, for 45HP
It would be cheaper & easier to install a supercharger / turbo on your current engine.
Or
hotrodllsc
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You can do a V8 swap in your LS for about the same price if you are stuck on your car. I would consider that first. If you must though, yes, the 3.5 will fit. It will take the same amount of work as the V8 though.
Quik LS
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It would be no different than any other engine swap into the LS - the fab work to make it fit it the least of the issues - the real problem is marrying all the electronics - darn near impossible.
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You can make a 500 Big block fit in there with enough money.
eastcoastLS
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ToddG
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Where's JES_LS? He's supposedly the "swap doctor" and could give some input into feasibility.
Hey JES, what about that tranny swap?? Is it ever gonna happen??
Hey JES, what about that tranny swap?? Is it ever gonna happen??
You might be able to do it, but it won't be with ease. The D30 and D35 share the Duratec name, but the D35 is a completely new engine.
Hey, that just means it's already set up for cowl induction! :N
I love my car the v6 has plenty of power. just wondering if it would be a direct swap. I Bought my ls when i was 21, 22 now but i't was my dream car in H.S. i won't get rid of it but i will upgrade the lincoln will be my saturday car. We Lincoln Owners Only should be so lucky to Own one. BE Thankful be cause u could be rideing a bike or be walking. thanks for the info guys
eastcoastLS
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Hey, it's a great idea. If it were a direct swap, it would put you ahead of the stock 1st Gen V8s (with respect to power) in what should be a lighter car, running on regular unleaded (that still seems like an oxymoron to me) to boot. Too bad it's not...