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3.8L camaro v6 into 3.1l base beretta
Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:25 pm
by Guest
i have a 1990 beretta base with the 3.1L MFI mated with an automatic and i'm wondering if it's possible to put a 3.8L camaro V6 in it's place, and if so, what i would need to do to make it fit
3.8L camaro v6 into 3.1l base beretta
Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:58 pm
by AquaZ26
It is a rear wheel drive engine so it is next to impossible unless you have won the lottery lately.
Just swap a 3400 in from a newer GM front wheel drive. If you know how to do most the work yourself you could probably complete this project for under $1000, including the engine.
3.8L camaro v6 into 3.1l base beretta
Posted: Tue Nov 14, 2006 2:32 am
by QuadPowah
I don't really see why it being a RWD engine makes any difference... It's nearly the same as an FWD Series 3 3800... It could be done but like said a 3400 swap is much more practical.
3.8L camaro v6 into 3.1l base beretta
Posted: Tue Nov 14, 2006 1:29 pm
by Cliff8928
In some instances, the RWD engines have the starter on the opposite side (like the RWD 60°V6). Also, sometimes the engine blocks are different castings. Not sure on the 3800 though.
3.8L camaro v6 into 3.1l base beretta
Posted: Fri Nov 24, 2006 7:41 pm
by payback
02 camaro
Base Number of Cylinders: 6 Base Engine Size: 3.8 liters
Base Engine Type: V6 Horsepower: 200 hp
Max Horsepower: 5200 rpm Torque: 225 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 4000 rpm Drive Type: RWD
the question is why even consider this swap? the 3400 is a FAR superior swap than the 3.8l with nearly identical hp/torque figures not to mention the power to weight figures, gas mileage, more aftermarket support, not to mention ease of the swap, but hey its your ride.