New Hemi Engine Swaps: How to Swap 5.7, 6.1, 6.4 & Hellcat Engines into Almost Anything
The modern Hemi Gen III 5.7L, 6.1L, 6.4L, and Hellcat engines produce amazing amounts of horsepower and torque, and current electronic engine controls produce exceptional reliability and respectable fuel economy. As a result, these are popular engines to swap into classic muscle cars, hot rods, and other vehicles. In particular, these Hemi engines can be easily installed in classic A-Body, B-Body, and E-Body Mopar muscle cars.
New Hemi Engine Swaps expertly guides you through each crucial step of the engine-swap process so that the swap can be completed on a budget and with minimum hassle. Selecting the right adapter plates and motor mounts for a specific project car is essential, as is choosing or fabricating a transmission crossmember. Mopar stalwart and engine-swapping expert Joe Hinds explains how to select and adapt these components. He also explains how to integrate the engine wiring harness to the chassis wiring harness and install the EFI system componentry, including the electric fuel pump, high-pressure lines, fuel filters, and other parts. In addition, you are shown how to install drive-by-wire pedals and how to upgrade springs, shocks, and sway bars for a fully sorted high-performance Hemi. All parts adapting and retrofitting is thoroughly covered.
The modern Hemi engine is lighter, stronger, and offers far better drivability and performance than older Mopar V-8 engines. You don’t want to waste time, and you want the best performance for your dollar. Using this book, filled with detailed instruction and full-color photos, you can confidently swap this engine into any classic Mopar or muscle car.
The modern Hemi Gen III 5.7L, 6.1L, 6.4L, and Hellcat engines produce amazing amounts of horsepower and torque, and current electronic engine controls produce exceptional reliability and respectable fuel economy. As a result, these are popular engines to swap into classic muscle cars, hot rods, and other vehicles. In particular, these Hemi engines can be easily installed in classic A-Body, B-Body, and E-Body Mopar muscle cars.
New Hemi Engine Swaps expertly guides you through each crucial step of the engine-swap process so that the swap can be completed on a budget and with minimum hassle. Selecting the right adapter plates and motor mounts for a specific project car is essential, as is choosing or fabricating a transmission crossmember. Mopar stalwart and engine-swapping expert Joe Hinds explains how to select and adapt these components. He also explains how to integrate the engine wiring harness to the chassis wiring harness and install the EFI system componentry, including the electric fuel pump, high-pressure lines, fuel filters, and other parts. In addition, you are shown how to install drive-by-wire pedals and how to upgrade springs, shocks, and sway bars for a fully sorted high-performance Hemi. All parts adapting and retrofitting is thoroughly covered.
The modern Hemi engine is lighter, stronger, and offers far better drivability and performance than older Mopar V-8 engines. You don’t want to waste time, and you want the best performance for your dollar. Using this book, filled with detailed instruction and full-color photos, you can confidently swap this engine into any classic Mopar or muscle car.
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Chapter 1: Introduction to Gen III Hemi Engines
Chapter 2: Engine and Transmission Selection
Newer Options
Automatic Transmission Selection
Manual Transmission Selection
Chapter 3: Engine and Transmission Management
Carbureted Gen III Hemis
Ignition Options
Fuel Systems
Transmission Controls
Throttle-Body Injection
Factory-Based Systems
Multipoint Aftermarket EFI
Chapter 4: Engine and Transmission Mounting
Engine Mounts
Transmission Mounts
1973 Duster 6.1L Hemi Swap
Suspension Modifications
1972 Gremlin X 5.7L Hemi Swap
Custom Engine Mounts and Motor Plates
Chapter 5: Fuel System
Carbureted Electric External Fuel Pumps
Calculating Fuel-Pump Flow Requirements
Mounting Considerations
EFI External Fuel Pumps
Carbureted Electric Internal Fuel Pumps
EFI Internal Electric Fuel Pumps
Fuel-Pressure Regulator
Fuel Lines, Hoses, and Filters
Fuel-Pump Controllers
Chapter 6: Exhaust System
Headers
Exhaust
Chapter 7: Common Swap Concerns and System Upgrades
Cooling Systems
Accessory and Drive Systems
Air-Intake Systems
Oiling System
Common Clearance Issues
Gauges and Instrumentation
Drivetrain Upgrades
Chapter 8: Supercharged and Turbocharged Swaps
Hellcat Engines
6.4L Engines
5.7L and 6.1L Engines
Superchargers
Turbochargers
Boost Control
Cooling the Intake Charge
Hot-Side and Cold-Side Plumbing
Chapter 9: Engine Management System Installation
Alternator Options
Battery Options
ECU
Source Guide