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Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 8/28/2009


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I would like to put a 360 Jeep truck engine and auto trans and transfer case in my 1993 Wrangler.  Will this possible work with shade tree modifications?  I am not  a mechanic.


Answer
Is it possible? Yes.
Can it be done with shade tree modifications? No.
Your 93 Wrangler was not available with a V-8, the crossmember, motor mounts, differentials, are not set up for the AMC V-8. Welding would be involved, as would cutting.
I wouldn't suggest it.

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Kevin Pilotte

Expertise

I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.

Experience

I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.

Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.

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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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I have a certificate I printed out from a website.

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