Question for motor swap for fox mustang

Gregsn2toys · 07-04-2002, 09:23 PM

Im new to the site but not new to cars. I got a 429 thunderjet waiting to be built and put in a good stable, but I am curious, will the 429/460 block squeeze into a 79-93 mustang/capri? Anyone done it and how bad was it? thnx

Stang Runner · 07-04-2002, 11:37 PM

yese it will fit Look here they might be able to help you out in what you need to do it. D&D AUTOMOTIVE SPECIALTIES

Gregsn2toys · 07-05-2002, 06:32 AM

How costly is the swap, and how bad will she handle in the end?

Gregsn2toys · 07-06-2002, 06:49 AM

No one wants to add?

LX5liter · 07-07-2002, 11:12 AM

The swap isn't too bad. You need headers, motor and tranny mounts, tranny, hood, radiator, electric fans (in front of the rad if possible), and a whole list of things I've probably forgotten over time and another whole list of things depending on what fuel system (carb vs injected) and what year car (computer, electronics, ignition system etc...).

As far as handling its adding weight to the front of a heavily front weight biased car. It is heavier than stock but I never minded as I was just drag racing, so handling wasn't all that important. I added four wheel discs (and a 9" rear end) to improve the braking as well.

Like I said, there is probably a lot of stuff I've forgotten over time, ( I parted out most of the car a few years ago ) but ther will be other people adding to the list soon, I'm sure.

07-04-2002, 09:23 PM	#1
Gregsn2toys Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa okl Posts: 14	Question for motor swap for fox mustang Im new to the site but not new to cars. I got a 429 thunderjet waiting to be built and put in a good stable, but I am curious, will the 429/460 block squeeze into a 79-93 mustang/capri? Anyone done it and how bad was it? thnx

07-04-2002, 11:37 PM	#2
Stang Runner Registered Member Join Date: Jun 1999 Location: Walker, MI, USA Posts: 1,202	yese it will fit Look here they might be able to help you out in what you need to do it. D&D AUTOMOTIVE SPECIALTIES __________________ Engine: steel mounts, Under drive pulleys, K&N, GT-40 Intake ported Lower, No power steering, No A/C, Mac cold intake, 65MM TB, 255 Fuel pump, 24's, AFR 165 58cc, Rocker Arms 1.7with the stock Cam, 1 5/8 short headers, offRoad X-pipe Drive Train: 3.55, T-5 with a Pro 5.0 shifter 12.656@107.71MPH See It at www.T-racing.com/mustang.htm

07-07-2002, 11:12 AM	#5
LX5liter dude5l Join Date: May 2001 Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada Posts: 603	The swap isn't too bad. You need headers, motor and tranny mounts, tranny, hood, radiator, electric fans (in front of the rad if possible), and a whole list of things I've probably forgotten over time and another whole list of things depending on what fuel system (carb vs injected) and what year car (computer, electronics, ignition system etc...). As far as handling its adding weight to the front of a heavily front weight biased car. It is heavier than stock but I never minded as I was just drag racing, so handling wasn't all that important. I added four wheel discs (and a 9" rear end) to improve the braking as well. Like I said, there is probably a lot of stuff I've forgotten over time, ( I parted out most of the car a few years ago ) but ther will be other people adding to the list soon, I'm sure. __________________ Good luck! Brad R. 1992 L.X. 5.0 coupe MODS: A few little bolt ons New Best time ...11.60 @ 128 mph @ 2000+ ft altitude. Rice Haters Club member #39 Users rides #2542

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07-05-2002, 06:32 AM	#3
Gregsn2toys Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa okl Posts: 14	How costly is the swap, and how bad will she handle in the end?

07-06-2002, 06:49 AM	#4
Gregsn2toys Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa okl Posts: 14	No one wants to add?