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roller cam conv. from a 89 5.0

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can you use the parts out of an 89 5.0 to convert my 289 to a roller cam or do you have to just but a roller conversion?
 

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sorry bud, you cant do that. You will need retro fit lifters or a retrofit-smaller-base-circle camshaft. Both are price. For what you pay for the retro lifters, you can pick up a used roller shortblock!
 

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yeah i have a 89 5.0 out of a mustang with 40000 miles but i was just wanted to keep the 289 but maybe i will use the 302 now
 

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jb1dsl said:
can you use the parts out of an 89 5.0 to convert my 289 to a roller cam or do you have to just but a roller conversion?
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Crane cams has some retro-fit roller lifters. They require head removal for install, BUT they all use of any standard circle cam. fordmuscle.com has an article about they (subscription required.)

They have a price, but if you're wanting a roller cam shaft (and I wish I had gone that route...) they are simpler IMO.
 
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