Carl Heideman
Carl Heideman
10/30/18 1:22 p.m.


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Story and Photos by Carl Heideman

Swapping engines: It’s a dream that has kept hot rodders dreaming–and building–for generations.

Substituting powerplant …

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TVR Scott
TVR Scott GRM+ Memberand Reader
10/30/18 3:37 p.m.

Loved the article, and the Geo Metro Alternator looks perfect for swaps into tight spaces.

I'll look forward to the installment on wiring!

Ian F
Ian F MegaDork
10/31/18 3:22 p.m.

Another reminder of how much I need a welder and to learn how to use it.

BrianC72gt
BrianC72gt GRM+ Memberand New Reader
10/31/18 6:44 p.m.

In reply to Carl Heideman :

Keep track of every part that goes into the build and compile them into a new "Owners Manul" supplement.booklet.  One copy always in the glove box.  It's a bigger deal when your donor sources are alphabet soup, but even with a few simple pieces, it's always handy to have the part numbers at hand right when & where you need them.

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