QUESTION: I have a 1986 CJ-7, inline 258 with a T-4 transmission and Dana 300 transfer case. Only street driven, never off-road. Can I install a 304 0r 360? Will it bolt up to what I have? Will the T-4 and the rear end hold up for normal street and highway use?
Thanks. John

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ANSWER: Any 71 and up AMC V8 engines will bolt up to the transmission. This conversion is popular and pretty easy. You will need motor mounts for the V8 and possibly a better radiator – in most cases the 6cyl radiator will do. The transmission will hold up to “normal” driving.

More info on engine conversions: V8 Conversions