{"id":94237,"date":"2023-01-03T13:52:49","date_gmt":"2023-01-03T19:52:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/engineswapdepot.com\/?p=94237"},"modified":"2023-08-24T22:04:21","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T03:04:21","slug":"volvo-242-with-a-ls2-v8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/engineswapdepot.com\/?p=94237","title":{"rendered":"Volvo 242 with a LS2 V8"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Henry McDonough<\/a> wanted to combine the classic design of a Volvo 200 series with the power and reliability of a LSx V8. Diving head first into his first swap, he learned along the way with help from his friend Joe Kezo. Henry now owns a Volvo 242 DL with a 6.0 L LS2 V8 from a 2006 Pontiac GTO. The engine sits on STS Machining<\/a> mounts with a FiTech throttle body and rear sump oil pan to clear the crossmember. The fuel system includes Corvette regulator, Walbro 255 in-tank pump, and upgraded injectors controlled by a Holley Terminator X ECU. Behind the V8 is a T-56 six-speed manual transmission also from the Pontiac GTO supported by a custom crossmember. The transmission uses a F-body shifter in the factory Volvo location thanks to a lever arm adapter and a modified clutch pedal from STS Machining. A 3-inch driveshaft sends power to a shortened Moser M88 8.8-inch full floating rear end with 3.73 gears, TrueTrac limited-slip differential, and 31-spline axles. Helping slow the Volvo down is Brembo four-piston front brakes and Wilwood Dynopro rear brakes. <\/p>\n

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Henry McDonough wanted to combine the classic design of a Volvo 200 series with the power and reliability of a LSx V8. Diving head first into his first swap, he learned along the way with help from his friend Joe Kezo. 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