bearster18

ok I found a place called Park way ford that has a swap kit that is rather amusing to me. But I was wondering seeing as how I can get a good used set of heads and an intake for $550 can I just use there basic bolt and gasket kit to complete the swap? If I can do that then I will definitly get a set of Vt cams or something. if you can help it will be appreciated thanks

2000GT4.6

Go with the camshafts. The LTs can be added later alot easyer than the cams. BTW, see if you can get the heads ported someplace, it might cost ya a little extra (might have to save some more cash etc) but it will be worth it in the end. With the heads ported and the camshafts installed, you are looking at a possible 310+ RWHP when you finish your boltons.

bearster18

ok then, i might have them ported as well. My goal for the car is around 350hp at the flywheel.

bearster18

how more Hp does it give you to have the heads ported?

JamesSocal

If you plan to get headers at any time do it when you have the heads off. I agree that the cams would be the better choice of the 2, but you will really kick yourself down the road if you don't get them now. Installing headers are such a pain on these cars and having the heads off will open up a lot of room making the install a piece of cake. I know you can't afford to do both, but if you plan to do both ever, just save the money and do it now. IMO

bearster18

i think I will wait and have cams installed when I have the engine rebuilt cause by that time then i will have all my bolt ons and gears installed.

bearster18

How much horsepower would i increase if i added the PI swap with a set of VT stage 1 cams? around 50hp at the flywheel? This is with non ported heads.