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How hard is it to put a new engine in a 1970 Ford Mustang?
By admin | December 25, 2009
Garrett asked:
I’m going to look at a 1970 Ford mustang tomorrow, It has a straight six with a three speed manual. I want to put either a 289 or a 302 in it, and possibly a four speed. Does anyone know how difficult it is to do an engine swap in this car?
Can’t afford to drive a 351, but I sure as hell wish I could.
Graco Paint Sprayer
I’m going to look at a 1970 Ford mustang tomorrow, It has a straight six with a three speed manual. I want to put either a 289 or a 302 in it, and possibly a four speed. Does anyone know how difficult it is to do an engine swap in this car?
Can’t afford to drive a 351, but I sure as hell wish I could.
Graco Paint Sprayer
Topics: mustang |
December 28th, 2009 at 8:13 pm
Niceee… i love the 289 or 302 great choice. you will have fun and its easy
December 30th, 2009 at 5:39 pm
It shouldn’t be a big deal, but be aware of the importance of transmission length when swapping. The driveshaft length has to match the transmission.
It is sure a lot easier than swapping engines and trannies in modern cars!
January 1st, 2010 at 9:50 pm
I would go with a 351 if you’re going to do a swap big fella. You’ll be very happy with the results.
January 3rd, 2010 at 4:26 pm
The enginebut may suggest 351a bit more bang for the enginebut may suggest 351a bit more bang for the enginebut may suggest 351a bit more.