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'96 Grand Am Motor Swap?
My friend and i are wondering what kind of motor you can put into a 1996 Grand Am to make it faster. and the motor doesn't nessicarilly have to be pontiac. if you know that would help out alot thanks.
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08-23-2005, 07:55 PM
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With enough time, money and motivation you can install about anything under the hood.
What engine is in it now???
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08-23-2005, 08:02 PM
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2.4L twin cam. 150 hp, 155 tq.
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08-23-2005, 08:23 PM
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I'd probably put the optional V-6 that came in that year in the car. I believe there were 3 possible engines, 2.2, 2.4, and V-6 (can't remember the size).
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Ok....I have tried to hold my tounge, but I just can't....
WHY BOTHER?!?!?! Front wheel drive, weight 2 tons, a bunch of plastic crap hanging off it.... If you want cheap speed, sell the Grand Am, and get an old 5.0 mustang. Crude, but plenty of cheap go. |
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08-23-2005, 09:41 PM
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08-23-2005, 10:25 PM
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one word.... INSURANCE. a grand am is so much cheaper then a mustang. he is 18 and insurance would ream him. same reason why i am messing with my aspire.
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08-23-2005, 10:36 PM
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IIRC, the engines from then to present are all part of the same family. You could put in the 3.2, 3.4, or 3.6 V6. Just keep in mind that it's best to use the transmission that goes with each engine. (The transmissions weren't very accepting of more HP.)
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