• Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech

Replacement Engine?

  • Thread starter Thread starter SuperStang53100
  • Start date Start date Feb 11, 2004
S

SuperStang53100

New Member
Feb 8, 2004
2
0
0
Feb 11, 2004
#1
  • Feb 11, 2004
  • #1
I just bought a 1987 Gt. It's pretty much going to need a ground up resto. the engine has about 160,000 on it. I am looking to get about 400-450hp by the time the project is done. Should I rebuild and stroke the original block or would i be better off with a crate engine, and if so what are the best engines for the price. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
 
S

schoonover_88

New Member
Jan 1, 2004
189
0
0
Feb 11, 2004
#2
  • Feb 11, 2004
  • #2
I am in the same boat as you are beleive it or not. You could probally just use the stock short block and get it stroked, but I am considering a Ford Racing GT-40 performace engine myself. It is all just in what you want to do.
 
H

Highbredcloud

Active Member
Mar 4, 2003
1,075
1
36
Palos Hills, IL
Feb 11, 2004
#3
  • Feb 11, 2004
  • #3
I suggest getting a DSS 331 or 347...they are about 2500...get yourself some nice heads etc and you should be close to your goal...the FORD RACING crate engines are not bad but you won't make mroe than 260-270RWHP...There are better combos out there that are slightly more but also make more HP...With a high milage motor you will have to bore the engine and have to pay the machine shop to do it...unless you can get all the stuff yourself...
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

P
Engine Mysterious coolant leak at back of engine
  • palerider94
  • Jan 18, 2026
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
1
Views
162
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Jan 19, 2026
AeroCoupe
Engine Suggestions on an engine rebuild. Stock cam/GT40Ps or aftermarket on both for a fun weekend driver?
  • MadSquirrelTech
  • Apr 28, 2026
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
  • 2
Replies
23
Views
563
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech May 7, 2026
MadSquirrelTech
2
Running very very rich
  • 2esoteric
  • Oct 31, 2025
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
4
Views
302
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Oct 31, 2025
Noobz347
S
Fuel ‘88 GT Runs Rich Cold — Fixes Itself When I Unplug Sensors (ECT, MAF, O2, etc.)
  • Sufarry
  • Nov 6, 2025
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
12
Views
702
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Nov 9, 2025
Mustang5L5
C
5.0 into a 1999--what computer ?
  • chazmanaz
  • Aug 18, 2025
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
6
Views
159
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- Aug 19, 2025
Noobz347
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?