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2FastLX · 06-07-2001, 12:37 PM

I am debating on finding a 351 block to start building up to drop into my Stang. Is it worth it? I plan to buy aluminum heads, new headers and intake of course, but what else will not swap over from my 5.0L engine that I will need to buy? My cam and all the other goodies I have should bolt right up right?

What all is involved in the swap as far as electronics and such and what year/vehicle should I be looking for the block from to have the best block for handling a lot of power in the future?

Also, what all machine work should I have done to the block as far as race prepping goes?

Thanks.

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06-07-2001, 12:37 PM	#1
2FastLX The Photoshop Guru Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Mecca, Indiana Posts: 1,419	Considering the swap to a 351W - need advice I am debating on finding a 351 block to start building up to drop into my Stang. Is it worth it? I plan to buy aluminum heads, new headers and intake of course, but what else will not swap over from my 5.0L engine that I will need to buy? My cam and all the other goodies I have should bolt right up right? What all is involved in the swap as far as electronics and such and what year/vehicle should I be looking for the block from to have the best block for handling a lot of power in the future? Also, what all machine work should I have done to the block as far as race prepping goes? Thanks. ------------------ Too much to list. Best ET on the car so far with stock 2.73 gears - 13.73@102mph Indiana Stangers Association Buy your parts here ICQ# 42269241