J32A6 Swap into 96 3.2 TL

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Old 05-10-2012, 03:05 PM
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J32A6 Swap into 96 3.2 TL

I was looking at a 96 Acura TL and there seems it has mechanical issues and 197,000 miles. So Im thinking the engine and tranny wont last long & I found a 02-03 TL Type-S engine and transmission for cheap and was wondering if anyone has a J series in theire 1st gen TL or has any knowledge or thoughts on this set up. Thanks!
Old 05-10-2012, 04:45 PM
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It probably would not fit because the engine is positioned like a RWD in the 95-98 TLs. You might as well put in a 3.5L 1st gen RL engine going through all that trouble.
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Old 05-10-2012, 07:39 PM
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will not be a good fit into a TL. the 2003 type s engine is the j32a2... do more research but it's not worth it.
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Old 05-11-2012, 11:09 AM
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Get an RL engine (1996 - 2004) (C35)

Direct fit, there may be a slight clearance issue with the hood.
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