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Old 02-03-2010, 06:00 PM
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what all would i have to do to get that done? does it just drop in?
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Old 02-03-2010, 06:07 PM
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Read these. It is a pretty straight forward swap.
https://mustangforums.com/forum/4-6l...n-a-96-gt.html

https://mustangforums.com/forum/4-6l...gine-swap.html
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Old 02-03-2010, 06:16 PM
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it looks like the swap were for the 96-98 models it will work for the 99-04?
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Old 02-03-2010, 06:27 PM
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Yes it will work. 97 and 98 Mark VIII motors have COPs, which is what your engine has now. If you found a 93-96 engine it will have coil packs. I am sure that you will be able to switch your COPS over to an older engine to make it work if an older engine is what you come up with.
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Old 02-03-2010, 08:10 PM
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thanks for all the help! i will let yall know what i come up with
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Old 02-05-2010, 12:32 AM
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well i found a 98 mark VII engine with 34000 miles for $995 shipped with a 120 day warranty. i think I'm gonna go that route. and everything should hook up from mine?

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Old 02-05-2010, 12:39 AM
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ok so i had another question. if i do find an older engine for cheaper, i know i will need to change the intake. i have a brand new in box intake manifold for the original engine. will that fit on the mark VII engine?
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Old 02-05-2010, 07:49 AM
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no it wont, i do know you will need a cruise control cable, and if you dont buyt he wiring harness from the donor car you will have to splice a few wires. a guy on svtp did it i ill see if he will chime in over here for ya
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Old 02-05-2010, 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by s281GT
well i found a 98 mark VII engine with 34000 miles for $995 shipped with a 120 day warranty. i think I'm gonna go that route. and everything should hook up from mine?
Read my guide man. Every question that you could possibly have is in there.
https://mustangforums.com/forum/4-6l...n-a-96-gt.html


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ok so i had another question. if i do find an older engine for cheaper, i know i will need to change the intake. i have a brand new in box intake manifold for the original engine. will that fit on the mark VII engine?
No, it wont fit a Mark VIII.
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Old 02-06-2010, 04:30 AM
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You are quite far but I have a motor in my garage with 97k miles on it that is 100% complete with intake throttle body valve covers the works let me know if you are interested man
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