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1984 Fox with 3.8 to 5.0 HO Swap
Okay Professionals…
I have recently purchased an extremely good condition 1984 Fox LX Convertible. The fox has a 3.8L V6, and I have purchased a Roller 302 from an 89’ Grand Marquis. I am rebuilding the 302 to .30-Over and plan to change everything on the block, want to use carb instead of fuel injection to keep wiring simple as possible. Questions: What issues with the engine swap? Things I will need for the Swap? Want to install a T5 5 Speed and take out the Auto. Is it hard to install a clutch pedal and will I need to change the original drive-shaft? I have to the patients, tools and mechanically inclined for the task. I am not looking for extreme horsepower, somewhere around 375rwhp, and I realize sub-rails and such things, just need to know your inputs on the install. Will things just fall into place? Thank you in advance for your time and experience. |
Research.
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Hummm? Thought I was?
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..... Things i will need for the swap.... Google: how to swap a 5.0 from a 3.8
Tons of pages will come out with people asking for help. Read |
Shawn, don't be an ass, especially when you only have 3 posts and a Mazda.
You are going to need the engine, the transmission, a driveshaft, clutch, flywheel, etc. I think the V6 K member is fine for a 5.0l, but don't quote me on that one. The clutch pedal isn't that bad to install. The 375RWP number is going to be tougher and more expensive than you think. A H/C 331 stroker might do it. |
JC316,
Thank you, this is the type of information I was looking for. I was just shouting out an HP number, however, I would be just fine with 300HP. Would you or anyone have suggestions in mind? Hope I am not asking to much, but if someone would care to list off some parts… Maybe a good cam and head combo, was looking at manufacturers of Comp Cams or Trick Flow hardware, Performer Intake w/Carb, things like that, everything including flat tops; rockers, push rods, oil pans, and such. Remember, I just want to use the used 5.0 block. I have all winter long in a nice heated garage to accomplish, and will be learning as I go. I will be purchasing instructional DVD’s to aid in the build process and plenty of reading material, O’ and not to mention the help of you guy’s… THANKS! Also, I will keep you all posted with pictures and video, so that you can have a laugh or joke… LOL Question, of many… When I pull the V6, I don’t want to hack the wires that I won’t be using, any suggestions on concealing them? Thanks from Maine! |
Originally Posted by MaineFOX
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JC316,
Thank you, this is the type of information I was looking for. I was just shouting out an HP number, however, I would be just fine with 300HP. Would you or anyone have suggestions in mind? Hope I am not asking to much, but if someone would care to list off some parts… Maybe a good cam and head combo, was looking at manufacturers of Comp Cams or Trick Flow hardware, Performer Intake w/Carb, things like that, everything including flat tops; rockers, push rods, oil pans, and such. Remember, I just want to use the used 5.0 block. I have all winter long in a nice heated garage to accomplish, and will be learning as I go. I will be purchasing instructional DVD’s to aid in the build process and plenty of reading material, O’ and not to mention the help of you guy’s… THANKS! Also, I will keep you all posted with pictures and video, so that you can have a laugh or joke… LOL Question, of many… When I pull the V6, I don’t want to hack the wires that I won’t be using, any suggestions on concealing them? Thanks from Maine! |
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