Do some reading over on turbobuicks.com... manual swaps have been done in both the GN and also the Turbo Trans Am.
General consensus is all parties were less than impressed. Much slower overall response and "feel" as the 3.8 isn't the fastest spooling engine in the world.
Also, there can be some thrust bearing issues with the 3.8's and the added pressure of a clutch against the thrust bearing only makes that matter worse.
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1969 Chevelle
Old setup: Procharged/intercooled/EFI 353 SBC, TKO, ATS/SPC/Global West suspension, C6 brakes & hydroboost.
In progress: LS2, 3.0 Whipple, T56 Magnum, torque arm & watts link, Wilwood Aero6/4 brakes, Mk60 ABS, Vaporworx, floater 9" rear, etc.
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