Engine swap question...

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Smooth0087

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I have a 1987 stock Mustang GT. I am replacing the original (250,000 mile) motor with a low miles original stock 1989 5.0 engine. I do not have the money to buy a MAF conversion and I know 1989 had them. Will I be able to drop this engine in and run it normally on the 1987's Speed density computer?

 

stykthyn

I want to measure mine. It doesn't look that tall.

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Yup. The engines are the same.

 

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yes the mechanical parts of the engines are the same. Just hook the electronics up the same as the 87 motor

 

Mustang5L5

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Yes, the engine doesn't determine if MAF or not..the electronics on it do.

So drop it in and just reuse all your 1987 stuff...just change the iron

 

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That is good to know. Thanks so much guys!