oldbub007
Bigger Hammer
Have a 49 willys wagon 4WD. Want to replace ny L134 engine with a Buick Dauntless 225 V-6, Need to know if I can use my existing transmission, and if so, what kind of adapters I would need. Thanks.
Thanks for that info. I know nothing about these engine conversions, except that I want to do it. Thanks, again.If you find a Jeep V-6 with the T-14 trans it should bolt up to your Dana 18 transfer case. And you'll be glad you did. Dam site betta than a T-90!
Yea, I am doing a complete restoration and didn't want to put the L134 back in it. Need a little more HP. problem is that I know nothing about these engine conversions. I'ma good mechanic, but only on stuff that is standard. But I will figure it out. I live in Richland, MS, which is 7 miles south on Hwy 49 south of Jackson. I am familiar with your area, as I used to travel that area before I retired.I am working a very similiar project. I also have a '49 4x4 wagon that I working on a 225 v6 oddfire engine conversion. I currently have everything apart to be rebuilt (T90 and Dana 18) but its all packed up from my recent move from Bakersfield back to home to Sturgis, MS. My plan is to use the oddfire 225 v6 with the rebuilt T90 and Dana 18. I also have a new Saturn overdrive to go on the back of the transfer case as well. It should be a good combination for a local fishing and hunting rig once its running. Its good to see anther '49 wagon in the Magnolia state!
Thanks. I sure will. I need all the info I can get.Try advanced adapters they were really knowledgeable about the parts you will need I got all my conversion kitsch for mine from them
Will it work with the standard (short) transmission shaft.I have the same wagon and did a Chevy V6 and SM420 swap. I had originally planned to use my stock transmission but changed my mind when I found an SM420 at a great price. I have the Nowak adapter that will go from the GM bell housing to your OEM transmission. Message message me if you’re interested in it