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because the final drive ratio for the 3.8 is 3.29 and the 3.4 is 2.86 the computer would have to be reflashed or differentials swapped

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Q: Why am I being told that a transmission for a 3.4L is not compatible for a 3.8L and vise versa in a 2004 Chevy Impala?
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