The adapter for a 350 to a t999 is $488.35 from advanced adapters. 4wd Hardware does sell bolt in engine motor mounts, but I prefer the weld in ones like MORE sells. Driveshaft lengths might need changed but if you use weld in engine mounts then you could possition the drivetran to where you can use the driveshafts you have.

Tim Springer
1980 CJ7
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even getting the 350 for free, it isnt worth the $$ for the adapter to the chrysler tranny..
$488 for an adapter...hmm thats an AMC 360 rebuild kit ($389) plus a hundred dollar core..

sell the 258 for anything, find a flywheel, and BOLT up an AMC 360 motor, just change one mount, use the same radiator, use the same ignition
just go all GM drivetrain, or go all AMC drivetrain, youll be better off long term..

OzarkJeep
77 CJ5, in a bunch of sanded and primered pieces

 

Does anybody know if they make an adapter for the chevy tranny to my Dana 300,and how much that would cost? the only downfall here is that the tranny needs rebuilt. I am pretty sure it is a turbo 350. does this sound better than just swapping engines? by the way the rearend is a dana 44, so that should not be a problem. thanks again, Ben

86 CJ7 258, weber carb, rusty but trusty!!

 

there are adapters to bolt damn bear any 2 drivetrain things together
BUT, like Ive always said, if you need aftermarket adaters you probably arent choosing wisely..



OzarkJeep
77 CJ5, in a bunch of sanded and primered pieces

 

An adapter for a th350 to a Dana 300 is over $500 so that is going to cost you more. If you want the cheapest swap then a 360 would be the cheapest. If you are a diehard Chevy fan like me then you have to decide how much you are willing to spend.

Tim Springer
1980 CJ7
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go to novaks sight, lots of info that you can print regarding swaps.

 

I've converted my CJ5 to a Chevy 350. I'll make a long story short, $3000. I did all the work myself! That's $3000 in parts! I replaced an Iron Duke (GM 151 4 cylinder). I destroyed the T-5 transmission in less than a week! Now I have a Ford T-18.

If your on a limited budget, I'd suggest a remanufactured engine (or often called a remanufacture long block). The remanufactured engine will have a warranty. Seems some warranties are better than other, as well as some remanufactured engines are better than others. It would be possible for an average do-it-yourself weekend mechanic to get a remanufactured engine installed over a long weekend. I would venture to say that only a few experienced engine swappers could get a CJ up and going with a Chevy 350 in just a long weekend.

Another point I'd like to make is parts availabiltiy. It's easier to get the correct part (the first trip) for a vehicle when the vehicle is all original. Make minor changes to straters, alternators, belts, hoses, and if nessessary, emission parts, it's seldom accomplished on the first trip. This is not fun, when the only all night parts store is more than 20 miles from the end of your favorite trail!

I'll add vehicle value, if it comes time to sell your CJ, the more original CJ's tend to sell faster, and very often at a better price.
dave