How hard would it be to put a v8 in a 1997 v6? I think it would be easier if you use a 1997 v8 but how hard would if be ? Does anything else need changed?
Thanks for any help !

 

whenever you swap power plants, you need to grab everything the engine needs to run properly- IE pcm, wiring harness, fuel injection system. both the 1997 V6 and V8 should bolt up to the stock transmission. mount the new engine and hook all the components up. exhaust would then need to be connected.

one piece of advice- double check that the driveshaft length is correct. sometimes, the new engine will sit further back or forward.

 

doesnt the v6 have the t5 and the 4.6 have the t45?

im pretty sure its not a direct bolt in deal. correct me if im wrong.

OP: i would go for a 5.0 swap. it would be easier and more badass IMO.

 

K thanks a lot guys

 

Yes. The 1997 Mustangs came with either the T45 5 speed manual, or AOD-E 4 speed automatic.

If the engine or transmission was a different year or generation, it may has different fitment issues- IE bellhousing, pilot bushing, throwout bearing, linkage. Keeping the same generation of engines should be the easiest swap.

Also, 5.0L parts are definitely cheaper than 4.6L parts. Both can be built to make a lot of power.

 

but the sixxers have the t5 manual.

thats what ive been trying to say.

 

you know, I forgot that. stick with the T45 if you can.

 

Yea that sounds like the best choice I'll have to start looking around for a mustang that was totalled from the rear or the motor was just pulled from it that has all the things I need with it

 

You're also gonna need up upgrade the cooling system, the front springs (heavier engine), the entire wiring harness including under dash stuff like gauge cluster and ECU.. it's a nightmare to swap engines!

And if U gotta pay a garage to do the work it'll wind up costing you way more than it would to just sell the car & buy a V8 car