transmission engine options

[candyredc10]

I have an 1984 c10 3-speed column shift. Im looking to do an engine swap, but I want to keep the 3-speed. I currently have a 250cu l6. What engines would mate with my tranny? Thanks for the help!

 

[crpntr78]

Most all the engines from that era. GM kept most everything interchangeable.

 

[da_raabi]

Shoot man. As long as it's the standard GM bellhousing you could put in anything from a 350 to an LT-1 to an 8.1L. Sky is the limit. They even make adapters for cummins motors. Your choice bud. I'd be more worried about motor mounts and clearances for that bigger stuff!

 

[Dooley]

I have an 1984 c10 3-speed column shift. Im looking to do an engine swap, but I want to keep the 3-speed. I currently have a 250cu l6. What engines would mate with my tranny? Thanks for the help!

You could run a 4.3.
Bullet proof engine and plenty of power in a 3 speed manual C10.