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Old May 9, 2016 | 08:21 AM
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So I know this is a really old question that's been asked countless timws but I need to swap out the v6 in my 2000 camaro and I want to do a 5.3 swap as I have one sitting in a yukon that I don't use anymore. My question is do I have to replace the whole front clip? Trans support? Will it even fit? I know this can be a retarded question but it's my first camaro and my first car. Thank you in advance for any help. NOTE NO NEGATIVE COMMENTS PLEASE THANKS
 
Old May 11, 2016 | 12:20 PM
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v6 swaps to V8s are very involved, You will need a PCM and a trans out of a V8 Camaro. There is a very detailed parts list in a thread. I will look for it.
 
Old May 11, 2016 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Gorn
v6 swaps to V8s are very involved, You will need a PCM and a trans out of a V8 Camaro. There is a very detailed parts list in a thread. I will look for it.
So the 4l60e bolt up pattern isn't the same? and wouldn't the pcm from my donor vehicle work? I have the entire donor vehicle
 
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you have a 2000 camaro donor? trans is spicific to a v6 camaro so is the pcm. why not go with a series 3 3.8. not all that costly and gain 20hp.
 
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you have a 2000 camaro donor? trans is spicific to a v6 camaro so is the pcm. why not go with a series 3 3.8. not all that costly and gain 20hp.
No, misunderstood you, I have a 2001 yukon with all the ecu and all components I have a series 3 3.8. And while it's fun it's still not enough power for me I have had it up to 125 easy already but never maxed out
 
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If you have a running V6 it is really not worth it. You can find a blown LS1 car for less then you could buy the parts needed for the swap and just put the 5.3 in that car.
 
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If you have a running V6 it is really not worth it. You can find a blown LS1 car for less then you could buy the parts needed for the way and just put the 5.3 in that car.
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