Bob, isn't the 1996 engine computer controlled? If "yes", is that computer/sensor/ignition/starter stuff compatible with a 6 volt electric system?

An in-tank fuel pump will probably be required. How will you run that on 6 volts and still get the right pressure?

It seems that connecting the oil pressure gauge would be the least of the challenges. That would simply require an adaptor available from Speedway Motors.

Presumably the purpose of the engine swap is to occasionally let that V8 power press you back in the seat as you merge onto the freeway or dish out a dose of tire smoke to a rice rocket. I understand those engines make about 400 ft/lbs of torque. How will you keep from exploding that 61 year old transmission and rear end that were designed to handle only a fraction of the power you will have on tap?

Any engine can be fitted to any vehicle if you've got the determination but it seems there are a few details still to be worked out here. Engine swapping is great fun. Don't give up!


Ray