4 cylinder conversion weight question

88Stangboy

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IM just curious about is a 4 cylinder mustang thats been converted over
to a 302, will it be lighter than just a regular 5.0? Its just a stripped down base model, only power locks and mirrors. The windows are both manual. No air, no smog. Remember these are completely stock cars, no mods. But i was wondering that, if a 4 cylinder coverted mustang is lighter than just a factory 5.0 with the same options, can you understand what im asking? Any replies will help me alot.

 

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no its not

 

65ShelbyClone

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If it is, its only because you're missing the power window motors. From what I've seen, stock 2.3 LXs are around 2900. A 302 has at least 200lbs on the 2.3 and the 8.8 rear is a little heavier than a 7.5. A fully stripped, and I mean gutted 5.0 gets back around 2800lbs.

 

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actually, it may a little lighter than a smiliar-equipped 5.0.....
aren't the anti-sway bars and soem suspension items heavier on the V8's???
i'm sure, if there is, its not a significant amount at all

 

88Stangboy

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Oh, i don't really care all that much, i was just curious. there was nothing about it in the threads so i thought id ask. My car is pretty much a shell with an engine in it by now anyways. So, thanks for your replies.