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roller motor to 84 GT

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EXTRPR50

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I hope this is not a repetitive question, but what do I need to do to install a roller motor to my stng with a t-5.

isnt there something about changing the dist. gear?

thanx
 

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So your using the 84 block or what?
 

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No, I am going to get a used or rebuilt roller block
 
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ok im in the middle of the same basic swap im using an 89 roller for my 83 gt you need a different distributer gear or a dist. out of and 85 mustang gt with a carb. if you intend to keep it carbed. 85 used a roller motor and was the last year for carbs so the 85 carb. dist has all you need.
 

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THANX FOR THE INFO!
 
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