Engine swap on a 78 monte carlo?

Asked by Lewis Feb 12, 2020 at 02:26 AM about the 1978 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Will a 5.3 out of a 07 suburban fit into my 78
monte carlo? If so is it worth it? Or should i rebuild
whats in there already?

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KenF answered 4 years ago

I believe it would fit and be a fairly easy swap, there are plenty of other people swapping out 305s/350s for 5.3 LS motors. Whether it's worth it, that's up to you.

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