You might need to change the transmission, transfer case and axles too to
handle the additional
torque of a big block Also modify the suspension to handle the extra
weight.
Greg

"Mike Romain" > wrote in message
...
> Lots of folks drop in 350's.
>
> They make adapters for almost any engine to fit into a Jeep. try these
> folks for one: http://www.Advanceadaptors.com/
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> wrote:
> >
> > Maybe some Jeep experts can help me.....
> >
> > Could a 400 Chev. big block be placed in a Jeep (I don't have the Jeep
> > yet, so that might make it a little easier) without a tremendous
> > amount of cost? I realize this may be a little out of the usual engine
> > swap projects, but the engine is very cost effective.
> >
> > I'm new to automotive projects and I would have the engine installed
> > by a pro, but if this is really complicated I might consider other
> > options.
> >
> > Thanks for the advice!!!!
> > Patrick