Thread: FI 305 swap for Carb. 350...how?

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If it is a crossfire, it has two throttle body injection units.

I wouldnt just "cut all the wires" because you can really get in trouble if you cut the wrong wire. Instead, find the computer that is mounted under the dash on the passenger side and unplug the connector(s). Your new engine will install just like the existing one. You may have to buy a new Camaro trottle cable from an 82 wiht a 305 4bbl carb....buy a new one, the old ones wear and if they break, you have no throttle. (they are cheap, too). Tape the engine ends of any exposed wires that are not used

After you get your engine running, you can determine the wires that are unused and cut them. Wires like the temp sender, the starter, etc. are used. If you use your existing distributor, look to see if it has a second pigtail that comes from the distributor body (not the cap). This is the electronic spark control wire.....your car wont run if this is not plugged in.....you can jumper two of the three wires together.....I think that it is the first and third wire but perhaps someone can remember for me.

You should also find a wiring diagram for the current setup in case you have to trace starter wires, etc.