460 In MY 1990 Mustang
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460 In MY 1990 Mustang
Hello guys
I have a 1990 Mustang GT. I want to swap the engine to big block 460 CID , With Heads , Camshaft and all high performance parts
Also intake manifold with 2 carbiratos and Turbocharger.
Give me your opinens please.
THANK YOU
I have a 1990 Mustang GT. I want to swap the engine to big block 460 CID , With Heads , Camshaft and all high performance parts
Also intake manifold with 2 carbiratos and Turbocharger.
Give me your opinens please.
THANK YOU
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RE: 460 In MY 1990 Mustang
ORIGINAL: mustangman02232
way to heavy, 351 or a 347 stroker, at the most i would do a 351 to a 408, but that is still way to heavy.
way to heavy, 351 or a 347 stroker, at the most i would do a 351 to a 408, but that is still way to heavy.
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RE: 460 In MY 1990 Mustang
My opinion is, it would be a terrible mistake.
First, the 460 is heavy.
Second, it is very wide, not sure it would fit.
Second, is a fuel injected, digital (computer controlled, not just electronic) ignition version even available? Realize that you forfiet a lot of driveability, a ton of fuel economy, and about 10%-20% potential for power if you give up both fuel injection and electronic computer controlled ignition.
Third, this is not a swap where you are going to find parts easy to find. headers will be a big headache. The engine is wide, the engine bay in your car narrow, and probably no one makes a set for this engine/body combo.
You will end up with a better car (lighter) and more HP if you go with a really good stroker or a SC'd stroker if you want a lot of HP, and even that would cost less.
First, the 460 is heavy.
Second, it is very wide, not sure it would fit.
Second, is a fuel injected, digital (computer controlled, not just electronic) ignition version even available? Realize that you forfiet a lot of driveability, a ton of fuel economy, and about 10%-20% potential for power if you give up both fuel injection and electronic computer controlled ignition.
Third, this is not a swap where you are going to find parts easy to find. headers will be a big headache. The engine is wide, the engine bay in your car narrow, and probably no one makes a set for this engine/body combo.
You will end up with a better car (lighter) and more HP if you go with a really good stroker or a SC'd stroker if you want a lot of HP, and even that would cost less.
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From: Ludlow, Mass
RE: 460 In MY 1990 Mustang
ORIGINAL: Lee Willis
My opinion is, it would be a terrible mistake.
First, the 460 is heavy.
Second, it is very wide, not sure it would fit.
Second, is a fuel injected, digital (computer controlled, not just electronic) ignition version even available? Realize that you forfiet a lot of driveability, a ton of fuel economy, and about 10%-20% potential for power if you give up both fuel injection and electronic computer controlled ignition.
Third, this is not a swap where you are going to find parts easy to find. headers will be a big headache. The engine is wide, the engine bay in your car narrow, and probably no one makes a set for this engine/body combo.
You will end up with a better car (lighter) and more HP if you go with a really good stroker or a SC'd stroker if you want a lot of HP, and even that would cost less.
My opinion is, it would be a terrible mistake.
First, the 460 is heavy.
Second, it is very wide, not sure it would fit.
Second, is a fuel injected, digital (computer controlled, not just electronic) ignition version even available? Realize that you forfiet a lot of driveability, a ton of fuel economy, and about 10%-20% potential for power if you give up both fuel injection and electronic computer controlled ignition.
Third, this is not a swap where you are going to find parts easy to find. headers will be a big headache. The engine is wide, the engine bay in your car narrow, and probably no one makes a set for this engine/body combo.
You will end up with a better car (lighter) and more HP if you go with a really good stroker or a SC'd stroker if you want a lot of HP, and even that would cost less.
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RE: 460 In MY 1990 Mustang
ORIGINAL: mustangman02232
sorry to go off topic, whats someone with a porsche doing on mustangforums? shouldnt you be on rennlist or something, and do you have any pics of the cars?
ORIGINAL: Lee Willis
My opinion is, it would be a terrible mistake.
First, the 460 is heavy.
Second, it is very wide, not sure it would fit.
Second, is a fuel injected, digital (computer controlled, not just electronic) ignition version even available? Realize that you forfiet a lot of driveability, a ton of fuel economy, and about 10%-20% potential for power if you give up both fuel injection and electronic computer controlled ignition.
Third, this is not a swap where you are going to find parts easy to find. headers will be a big headache. The engine is wide, the engine bay in your car narrow, and probably no one makes a set for this engine/body combo.
You will end up with a better car (lighter) and more HP if you go with a really good stroker or a SC'd stroker if you want a lot of HP, and even that would cost less.
My opinion is, it would be a terrible mistake.
First, the 460 is heavy.
Second, it is very wide, not sure it would fit.
Second, is a fuel injected, digital (computer controlled, not just electronic) ignition version even available? Realize that you forfiet a lot of driveability, a ton of fuel economy, and about 10%-20% potential for power if you give up both fuel injection and electronic computer controlled ignition.
Third, this is not a swap where you are going to find parts easy to find. headers will be a big headache. The engine is wide, the engine bay in your car narrow, and probably no one makes a set for this engine/body combo.
You will end up with a better car (lighter) and more HP if you go with a really good stroker or a SC'd stroker if you want a lot of HP, and even that would cost less.
ORIGINAL: Lee Willis
Third, this is not a swap where you are going to find parts easy to find. headers will be a big headache. The engine is wide, the engine bay in your car narrow, and probably no one makes a set for this engine/body combo.
You will end up with a better car (lighter) and more HP if you go with a really good stroker or a SC'd stroker if you want a lot of HP, and even that would cost less.
Third, this is not a swap where you are going to find parts easy to find. headers will be a big headache. The engine is wide, the engine bay in your car narrow, and probably no one makes a set for this engine/body combo.
You will end up with a better car (lighter) and more HP if you go with a really good stroker or a SC'd stroker if you want a lot of HP, and even that would cost less.
ORIGINAL: nitrous_bob
plenty of potential w/ a stroked 302 or stroked 351...but a 460 stang has , and will always probably be the fastest in the country.
plenty of potential w/ a stroked 302 or stroked 351...but a 460 stang has , and will always probably be the fastest in the country.
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From: North Cacalaky
RE: 460 In MY 1990 Mustang
One local guy has a 460 in his fox...and it looks right at home belive it or not just requires a big hood.Stock shortblock freshend up truck heads very mild porting,mild flat tappet cam,single plain intake,850 carb,2 in. primary LT headers, 3in exhaust and it runs 7.30@92mph...Not to shabby not to mention the cool factor when the big cowl hood pops open.And he drives it everywhere.
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RE: 460 In MY 1990 Mustang
ORIGINAL: mustangman02232
whats someone with a porsche doing on mustangforums? shouldnt you be on rennlist or something, and do you have any pics of the cars?
whats someone with a porsche doing on mustangforums? shouldnt you be on rennlist or something, and do you have any pics of the cars?
Why? Because I love cars, just about all cars, particularly American V8s, and I grew up with Mustangs around everywhere. If I can ever find that "perfect" little 66 fastback Mustang Hi-Po 289 4-speed, I'm going to bring it home, but so far the hunt is as much fun as having the car would be.
And back on topic: it is possible to do anything if you have enough money, determination, and/or will accept a really screwed up car as a result: I knew a guy who stuffed a stroked 302 in a Bugeye Sprite (it was fast, and sometimes it even went where he pointed it). A 460 in a '90 Mustang strikes me as being in that category: something you can do but should only start if you really have alot of time, $$$, and talent.
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RE: 460 In MY 1990 Mustang
ORIGINAL: Lee Willis
Why? Because I love cars, just about all cars, particularly American V8s, and I grew up with Mustangs around everywhere. If I can ever find that "perfect" little 66 fastback Mustang Hi-Po 289 4-speed, I'm going to bring it home, but so far the hunt is as much fun as having the car would be.
And back on topic: it is possible to do anything if you have enough money, determination, and/or will accept a really screwed up car as a result: I knew a guy who stuffed a stroked 302 in a Bugeye Sprite (it was fast, and sometimes it even went where he pointed it). A 460 in a '90 Mustang strikes me as being in that category: something you can do but should only start if you really have alot of time, $$$, and talent.
[IMG]local://upfiles/25496/D0C76DC4E83840DABB1F911C2803C6A8.jpg[/IMG]
ORIGINAL: mustangman02232
whats someone with a porsche doing on mustangforums? shouldnt you be on rennlist or something, and do you have any pics of the cars?
whats someone with a porsche doing on mustangforums? shouldnt you be on rennlist or something, and do you have any pics of the cars?
Why? Because I love cars, just about all cars, particularly American V8s, and I grew up with Mustangs around everywhere. If I can ever find that "perfect" little 66 fastback Mustang Hi-Po 289 4-speed, I'm going to bring it home, but so far the hunt is as much fun as having the car would be.
And back on topic: it is possible to do anything if you have enough money, determination, and/or will accept a really screwed up car as a result: I knew a guy who stuffed a stroked 302 in a Bugeye Sprite (it was fast, and sometimes it even went where he pointed it). A 460 in a '90 Mustang strikes me as being in that category: something you can do but should only start if you really have alot of time, $$$, and talent.
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