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What explorer engine?

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  • Start date Start date Nov 4, 2008

Guero

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Im looking for a complete engine so I can throw in my stang. But what year explorer long block wil work on my car? I know I need to take of the oil pan and alot stuff to make it work on my car. Just making sure what I need.
 
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Any 5.0 Explorer engine will work. Just know that the late 97 up models used the GT40P heads. Those heads need a special header to clear the angled plugs.
 
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