Can the 1988 2bbl 318 handle boost?

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Factory specs on the Magnum 360 was 245/250 HP, and 340 ft. lbs torque. For street engiens, the torque is the important part.

You can have your current 4BBL intake manifold re-drilled to fit onto the Magnum. Re-drilling should be considerably less than $400. It does fit properly, its only the angle of the intake manifold bolts that have changed, not the position.

There are solutions for the oil pan/timing cover. Use an LA car 360 oil pan. Use the Magnum timing cover. Get the gasket to make them work together from the "Tips and Tricks" section of magnumswap.com.

360 engine mounts work fine on a Magnum. You should be able to get them at any car parts store.

Other than the above, you will need an electric fuel pump (only need 5.5-7.5 PSI, so shouldn't be too expensive). and to verify plumbing and things like throttle and transmission linkage.
 
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