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#14 of 17 1994 Rodeo engine swap by cdolce Aug 16, 2009 (1:46 pm)
I have a 1994 Isuzu Rodeo- 3.2L/4L30E. When my 3.2 dies, I would like to swap this motor out with a chevy/gmc 4.3. is this possible, or should I just trade it in for a Blazer? Thanks! cdolce Replies to this message: insanemods (Aug 16, 2009 2:58 pm)
#15 of 17 Re: 1994 Rodeo engine swap [cdolce] by insanemods Aug 16, 2009 (2:58 pm)
Replying to: cdolce (Aug 16, 2009 1:46 pm) The GM 4.3 is just a 350 small block with 2 cylinders chopped off. I have fitted an SB 350 in my 99 passport with lots of room to spare. My best guess is the 4.3 should fit with no problem. However, swapping a V8 or V6 into the rodeo is not easily done. Depending on how you want to go about it. You will need to make many mods, to make this work. I could not find any adapters or engine mounts for this conversion. I don't believe you can maintaine the 4L30E for this swap. The 4L30E does have the GM 60* bolt pattern and there are adapter plates available, but I don't know how you would get the starter to bolt up with this set up. If you would like to maintaine the original T-case and go to a 700R4 trans as I did. You will either need to build your own adaptor or I can build one for you. (Inquire at mryder02hotmail.com) I recommend a lift kit to make this swap easier. Another option is to swap out the T-Case to GM. You will need to have your drive lines modified and figure out the shift linkage. Also if your existing speedometer isn't cable run. you will need a transfer case with a speed sensor and it may need to be calibrated if it works at all.
#16 of 17 98' and 00' same? by brandon442 Oct 26, 2009 (11:05 pm)
the engine in my 2000 Honda passport is shot, and I'm ready to swap it out with another good running motor.    i was looking around on craigslist and found a rebuilt motor in great shape form a 1998 Isuzu rodeo, their the same type motor, i just don't know if the to years are compatible.    does anyone know if the 1998 will fit into the 2000 without any major changes being made?
#17 of 17 98 Isuzu engine swap by butterflylady Oct 30, 2009 (10:58 pm)
I have a 98 Isuzu Rodeo that i have someone that is interested in buying. He has a 95 engine he wants to put into it. i was wondering if the 95 engine would fit in the 98 body. if anyone can help me out wit this that would be very appreciated. thanks.

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