97 GSX auto, can I swap in a 6 bolt?

[GSX_RCR]

I can't believe I'm on my 3rd motor, and it's already starting to rod knock and possibly crankwalk.

With it being auto, can I still swap in a 6 bolt motor? Can I keep the auto tranny?...or would I need to change a few things? Thanx for any help!

 

[Dieselboy]

I dont see why an auto 6 bolt wouldnt work.

 

[97GSTURBO]

I don't think you can swap a 6-bolt into your Civic without extensive modification. J/K. Yes you can swap a 6-bolt in there, same deal as with a MT GSX except you have all the tranny wiring to deal with.

 

[GSX_RCR]

So can I still use my tranny with the 6 bolt motor? Is there any difference between the 6 bolt motor and the automatic flexplate between the 2 generations?

I know the difference between the 6bolt/7bolt motors is the number of bolts on the flywheel/crank. But with an automatic tranny, that doesn't really matter huh?

 

[GSX_RCR]

Bumpidity Bump!

 

[stangtt]

I have heard this is not possible. Something with the flexplates for the 6 bolt not compatible with the 2G auto. If someone has made this combo work, please speak up!

 

[cucumber]

Yes. Why couldn't you?

 

[98GSXSilver]

it can be done but with a lot of work...good luck on this one...check vfaq.com and i think there's a section on there...

 

[larryd]

really, is that true that its differnt swapping a 6 bolt into an auto then it is a manual?

 

[TRBOTSI]

Originally posted by larryd
really, is that true that its differnt swapping a 6 bolt into an auto then it is a manual?

ummm...no

 

[GSX_RCR]

Originally posted by larryd
really, is that true that its differnt swapping a 6 bolt into an auto then it is a manual?

HaHaHa! That's the whole point of this post...

I'm searching for other guys that have done this swap...so I'll let you guys know if I find any more info. If all fails, I'll just do the damn swap and report on it later.