Engine swap
GroundedCLK
07-14-2008, 10:10 PM
I have recently purchased a stripped 1978 Mustang II. It had no engine or transmission, but originally had the 4cyl with a manual.
I know the Shelby version came with a 302 engine. It was way underpowered as we all know. So my question is going to be when looking for a new or rebuilt 302. Will a 302 that has been beefed up to 350hp +/- fit in to the car properly?
I know the Shelby version came with a 302 engine. It was way underpowered as we all know. So my question is going to be when looking for a new or rebuilt 302. Will a 302 that has been beefed up to 350hp +/- fit in to the car properly?
JR Tigerstar
07-15-2008, 07:59 AM
I have recently purchased a stripped 1978 Mustang II. It had no engine or transmission, but originally had the 4cyl with a manual.
I know the Shelby version came with a 302 engine. It was way underpowered as we all know.
No Shelbys in '78.
The "King Cobra" option was available.
So my question is going to be when looking for a new or rebuilt 302.
Will a 302 that has been beefed up to 350hp +/- fit in to the car properly?
No, 350hp +/- is too much hp.
It will not fit properly.
I know the Shelby version came with a 302 engine. It was way underpowered as we all know.
No Shelbys in '78.
The "King Cobra" option was available.
So my question is going to be when looking for a new or rebuilt 302.
Will a 302 that has been beefed up to 350hp +/- fit in to the car properly?
No, 350hp +/- is too much hp.
It will not fit properly.
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