Starting a hybrid build

BSmiff · 08-11-2008, 04:15 AM

I was looking into the potential of the 3.8L turbo Buick and became intrigued. I have a 2004 Mustang and it has less balls than a dog that just took that visit to the vet. After reading the latest issue of GM High Tech, I found this site and started looking around. My first and perhaps most important question would be what all do I need to get the swap started? Tools are not an issue. I mean more on the parts side what all do I need? How hard is it to adapt all the wiring to my car? Is this swap more feasible than just buying a GN outright?

Budd · 08-11-2008, 12:15 PM

I swapped one into a 68 Jeepster - it is not that hard. You can get a stand alone engine harness new from Caspers. That made things much easier - and more reliable than old wiring.

Brisbon · 08-11-2008, 07:40 PM

sell it and buy a vette if you wouldn't like picking up foul language and going bald.

okay well i havn't gone bald. yet...

BSmiff · 08-12-2008, 02:22 PM

Well I know I cant afford a GN. I was hoping to build something unique. A nice little project for me and the old man.

87bigcut · 08-12-2008, 05:13 PM

I'd say go for it. The headaches from it will be temporary and in the end it will be worth it.....if you take the time to read and learn about these engines and their electronics. It will take a few years before you really start to get it, and reading every damn tech post on this board helps haha.

Good luck and post some burnout/launch pics when you are done.

Joe

broke1 · 08-15-2008, 01:18 AM

Ive got all the wiring youd need for this swap for $175 shipped....

volvoman · 08-19-2008, 05:13 PM

If you can find a complete motor with a trans you half way there. Think about spending about 2k (if your lucky like me) up to 3k for a good stock motor with harness and or trans. I have about 8k or so don't like to think about it but its lots of fun for sure. The mustang guys have it a bit easier than I did that is for sure. There are few mustang swaps on here too.

08-11-2008, 04:15 AM	#1 (permalink)
BSmiff Just Another Ford Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Dallas Posts: 2	Starting a hybrid build I was looking into the potential of the 3.8L turbo Buick and became intrigued. I have a 2004 Mustang and it has less balls than a dog that just took that visit to the vet. After reading the latest issue of GM High Tech, I found this site and started looking around. My first and perhaps most important question would be what all do I need to get the swap started? Tools are not an issue. I mean more on the parts side what all do I need? How hard is it to adapt all the wiring to my car? Is this swap more feasible than just buying a GN outright?

08-11-2008, 12:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
Budd Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 307	I swapped one into a 68 Jeepster - it is not that hard. You can get a stand alone engine harness new from Caspers. That made things much easier - and more reliable than old wiring. __________________ 68 Jeepster

08-11-2008, 07:40 PM	#3 (permalink)
Brisbon Brisbon 87 GN Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: little compton ri Posts: 491	sell it and buy a vette if you wouldn't like picking up foul language and going bald. okay well i havn't gone bald. yet... __________________ Got an 87 GN with .40 over sealed power forged pistons, full throttle Revolution X Roller Cam Kit roller cam 210/215 .516/.516 110 L/S , 3 billet mains, ARP studs, P@P 445 heads, stainless valves, chromoly push rods, postons ceramic headers with ceramic crossover pipe, cottons performance downpipe with turbonetics external RG-45 wastegate and manual boost controller, single BB cpte66 .63 s-cover f1 wheel, mototron 60lbs injectors, 70mm doghouse/throttlebody/plate combo, Missing parts CK performance AOD transmission built for 900hp/ transbrake/overdrive w/ 3500k billet NLU converter and B&M quicksilver ratchet shifter, body off resto with all poly bushings, spohn tube suspension, airbags, hotchics springs, bilstein shocks. AutoPal headlamp conversion with xtreme HID h4 bi xenon conversion. Vacuum brake conversion with SSBC calipers and SS braided lines. Trick flow rear end cover with preload bolts. All parts powder coated by muah.

08-12-2008, 05:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
87bigcut Free Door Removal Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Port Crane, NY Posts: 1,555	I'd say go for it. The headaches from it will be temporary and in the end it will be worth it.....if you take the time to read and learn about these engines and their electronics. It will take a few years before you really start to get it, and reading every damn tech post on this board helps haha. Good luck and post some burnout/launch pics when you are done. Joe __________________ 87 Cutlass powered by Mods: THDP, Single 4", Erson 214/214, TE44, 60# mototrons, SMC Alky, Innovate LC1, Ported heads and intake by VPE, Wiseco Pistons, RJC Girdle, Ported TB, Powerstroke IC, HRParts Swaybar, Hoosier 28x10.5 with rolled quarters (no notch), no front swaybar, stock MAF, comp 90/10's, powerlogger and some other small stuff. 60' 1.6501 330' 4.7762 1/8 7.4230 @ 93.17 mph Has more in it but the transmission disagreed .

08-19-2008, 05:13 PM	#7 (permalink)
volvoman Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 375	motor If you can find a complete motor with a trans you half way there. Think about spending about 2k (if your lucky like me) up to 3k for a good stock motor with harness and or trans. I have about 8k or so don't like to think about it but its lots of fun for sure. The mustang guys have it a bit easier than I did that is for sure. There are few mustang swaps on here too. __________________ 87 Buick GN motor and trans in a 242 Volvo. 13.4 @ 103 (old time with old mods) Mods Postons 202 cam ,TE-62, 3" dp and 3 1/2 exhaust all the way back. p plate , 009s,adj billit top fpr,. Pts shift kit and preasure reg. New TRanny! Ford 8.8 (3.27:1) 11" drums and Powertrax no-slip locker ,Lt1 MAF and Translator + & extender chip see pictures here:

08-12-2008, 02:22 PM	#4 (permalink)
BSmiff Just Another Ford Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Dallas Posts: 2	Well I know I cant afford a GN. I was hoping to build something unique. A nice little project for me and the old man.

08-15-2008, 01:18 AM	#6 (permalink)
broke1 TimeOut Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 1,156	Ive got all the wiring youd need for this swap for $175 shipped....

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