Explorer Intake and Rods ( 98-2000 )
07-26-2007, 06:46 PM
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Explorer Intake and Rods ( 98-2000 )
So I picked up that complete running engine from a 1998 5.0 Explorer, and I got a few questions. I know Im going to use the block, heads, and crank for my rebuild but I need to if there are any issues with using the Explorer intake? It looks just like the regular GT40 one, but I don't have a normal GT40 to sit side by side and compare them. Also are the stock Explorer rods the same as the Mustang rods? Strength wise and all.
07-26-2007, 06:52 PM
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RE: Explorer Intake and Rods ( 98-2000 )
look at the caps, if the rod caps have a "rib" on each side they are better. the early rods were like that, then ford went to cheesy *** thin caps, then the late model 302's went back to a strong cap just like the early rods.
07-26-2007, 07:06 PM
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RE: Explorer Intake and Rods ( 98-2000 )
Is the "rib" your talking about just a casting line? The ribs are on the bottom of the rod cap not the side right? If I do have the crappy rods I might just so with some Scat forged replacement rods. Any idea on the intake?
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