Volvo RWD 900 Forum

INDEX FOR 1/2026(CURRENT) INDEX FOR 5/2010 900 INDEX

[<<]  [>>]


 VIEW    REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE    PRINT   SAVE 

Contemplating 960 engine swap-???s about electrics 900 1992

posted by  ned chilton on  Fri Apr 26 01:32 CST 2002
Author: [PROFILE] [EVERY POST] [THREADS] [BEST POSTS] RSS Feed     [IGNORE ALL POSTS]
last visit: Wed Oct 22 08:12 CST 2014
[RELATED]

OK, here's the deal…I just purchased a 92 960 wagon in great condition w/ a head gasket failure/overheated engine (the infamous 2.9 I6). I have a low mileage B23FT that has been patiently waiting for a new home. I've done some Volvo engine swaps before (B21FT into 260, etc.) but never done a more 'modern' car like this 960 with ABS, airbags, electronic controls for transmission, etc.

How difficult will all these electrical interfaces be? I will probably use an SDS injection and maybe ignition system so that will be relatively easy. What about the transmission. Does it have its own ecu? Any other issues I should be aware of? I know 960s have been used for V8 swaps so it can be done. and after reading the horror stories about the 2.9, i think I'll use it as a boat anchor or something. Anyone care to share their experience/wisdom? Thanks.






THREADED THREADED EXPANDED FLAT PRINT ALL
MESSAGES IN THIS THREAD

New Contemplating 960 engine swap-???s about electrics [900][1992]
posted by  ned chilton  on Fri Apr 26 01:32 CST 2002 >


<< < > >>



©Jarrod Stenberg 1997-2022. All material except where indicated.


All participants agree to these terms.

Brickboard.com is not affiliated with nor sponsored by AB Volvo, Volvo Car Corporation, Volvo Cars of North America, Inc. or Ford Motor Company. Brickboard.com is a Volvo owner/enthusiast site, similar to a club, and does not intend to pose as an official Volvo site. The official Volvo site can be found here.