Don't mess with texas - 3400 swap project

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i loved the exedy clutch in my 2.2, will this new clutch be heavy to shift?


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Some updates to the swap project, engine has all new top end gaskets, put together by a dealer tech. He says the inside of the engine looks great, so it should work well for this application. Plugs were originals (ordered a new set), van didn't have any check engine light on at all, GM ignition systems are amazing.

Learned a couple new tricks for stuck/broken exhaust stud removal. Double nut works really well for a stuck one and drilling out the broken one with a 1/8th bit then pound in a T20 torx bit, came out with ease.
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engine is on the way out, labeling everything don't want to get screwed up during the install!
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No way to miss those labels!


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I can't remember the last time that I ever labeled wires when removing or working on an engine. The only thing I've been doing lately for organizational purposes and speed, is to bag and tag bolts that I remove so I don't have to go searching for them when I need them.


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All my bolts are in zip locks labeled and organized, the extra few minutes definitely will save a lot of time later


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3X00-Modified wrote:I can't remember the last time that I ever labeled wires when removing or working on an engine. The only thing I've been doing lately for organizational purposes and speed, is to bag and tag bolts that I remove so I don't have to go searching for them when I need them.
You've also done engine swaps a time or twelve...


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Yeah but stupid me I didn't even do it the first time I removed a motor... Granted I didn't have issues going back in but you'd think first time around I would mark something but I just didn't.


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its always good practice to label stuff.

Just to keep people from walking off with hardware or small harnesses, I put them in a clear tote to stow it away until its ready for use again.

don't need someone messing with a rebuild on me again!


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That looks like a crazy big job... have fun and good luck!


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We were told in college during engines class to bag 'em and tag 'em, never though about putting everything in a tote though... smart idea!


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My tote was just a plastic shopping bag

Really good things are happening in the garage
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well an update

i have the incorrect mounting brackets, attempting to locate some fingers crossed


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Mounting brackets for??? I think most of us that are following your thread would be willing to help you look... :wink:


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for the engine mounts, check out this thread maybe you can shed some light on this.

http://www.beretta.net/forum/viewtopic. ... 5&start=30


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