I've got a friend wanting to put a 302 in his v-6 car. Any suggestions? Warnings? Or just helpful directions you could point us in? Thanks!
v-6 to v-8 swap
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kram2
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Try and find a cheap doner ll with the 302 already in it. That way you have
all the parts you need, and won't have to try and find them individually.
Good luck with the project.
all the parts you need, and won't have to try and find them individually.
Good luck with the project.
You need the 302 Motor mounts, frame mounts, exhaust manifolds, radiator, oil pan, and a tranny to fit it.
I did a 351W in mine, and I say its a little too much work. But I havent been able to mat the gas yet.
Make sure to only go with a small block(289.302. 351) Big blocks can be put in, but Whoa Nellie!!!!
I did a 351W in mine, and I say its a little too much work. But I havent been able to mat the gas yet.
Make sure to only go with a small block(289.302. 351) Big blocks can be put in, but Whoa Nellie!!!!
He's got a mostly complete donor car at his disposal. What about the suspension and brakes? Are these any different on a V-8 car?
It depends, but the best chance to get the tough springs are outta a 302, with PS/PB and air conditioning.
But My '74 V6 had the high rate springs already. Last I heard, only the springs were different. But dont quote that.
But My '74 V6 had the high rate springs already. Last I heard, only the springs were different. But dont quote that.
fess40 said:
There is a database (I think) on the Mustangii.net site. It shows springs for whatever model MII you have.
Or, Balance a bunch of people on a spring, measure the compression, add up all the weight, and Viola'
