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Explorer 8.8 swap--would you do it again?

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  • Start date Start date Apr 4, 2009

CarFreakGT

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Just curious, for those of you who have done this swap in your classics--If you had to do it over again, would you?

I'm considering giving it a go for my 68 coupe, and am curious how some of you who have 'been there, done that' feel about it. Was it worth the time, trouble, and expense? Would you consider doing something different that is of comparable cost?

Thanks in advance for any feedback!
 
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A fox body 8.8 would fit the 68 like a glove. Much easier than an explorer.
 

CarFreakGT

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So do you think that it would be more worthwhile to do this, and then follow-up w/ a 5-lug and disc conversion as I'm able? Thanks for the feedback, and TIA for any additional on this question!
 
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