Recently are seeing a lot of engine swaps using the Ford Focus. This Focus has had the 2.0 L inline four removed and replaced with a 5.3 L LSx V8 using a custom subframe. Add the use of a Master Power T76 turbo and this Focus has a ton of power under the hood. The rest of the drivetrain consists of a TH800 transmission and 8.8 Mustang rear end.
Source: LS1Tech
I have a 2001 Monte Carlo Ls with the 3.4L can I swap mine engine out to a 5.3L I really want more horsepower
It can be done and there are several people who have done it. You are going to need a lot of the components from the doner vehicle such as mounts, computer and wiring harness. I haven’t come across anyone’s build thread yet but if I do I will reply with it.
So everything from the 2006 Monte Carlo will fit in the 2001 Monte Carlo
It should. The 2006-2007 was a refresh of the sixth generation (200-2005).
What type of subframe is that?