engine size

67SCode88Cobra · 05-09-2001, 01:55 PM

Ok, i concured the old mustangs now i am on to 5.0's. I know some of the early 90's came with windsors, is there any way an 88 pack a 351? without a bore, what is the biggest size block it can hold!?

DaveR_GT · 05-09-2001, 03:26 PM

351w is a common swap, but you won't be able to keep the stock hood, you'll have to get a cowl hood to clear the intake. Maybe a carb engine would just make it, I'm not sure.

As for largest engine, I've seen 460's in mustangs. Not a simple swap but it can be done.

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'92 GT conv.
TFS heads, GT40, Powerdyne 9#, AOD, 3.73...

Chevyguy · 05-09-2001, 04:59 PM

From my short experience studying the 5.0 Mustangs it appears that a stroker 302 block is the best way to go. Even slipping in a 351 causes many minor changes which really pushes up the cost of the swap mostly if you want to run a EFI car with stock type accessories. The Cobra R was made from the factory with a 5.8 in limited run, and lots of conversion parts are around. Yes 460's can be made to fit, but expect to change lots of things and dont expect to pass emmissions etc.

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05-09-2001, 01:55 PM	#1
67SCode88Cobra Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Refugio,Tx,USA Posts: 1	engine size Ok, i concured the old mustangs now i am on to 5.0's. I know some of the early 90's came with windsors, is there any way an 88 pack a 351? without a bore, what is the biggest size block it can hold!?

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05-09-2001, 03:26 PM	#2
DaveR_GT Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: W. Springfield, PA Posts: 65	351w is a common swap, but you won't be able to keep the stock hood, you'll have to get a cowl hood to clear the intake. Maybe a carb engine would just make it, I'm not sure. As for largest engine, I've seen 460's in mustangs. Not a simple swap but it can be done. ------------------ '92 GT conv. TFS heads, GT40, Powerdyne 9#, AOD, 3.73...

05-09-2001, 04:59 PM	#3
Chevyguy Backyard Mechanic/Chemist Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Acton MA USA Posts: 435	From my short experience studying the 5.0 Mustangs it appears that a stroker 302 block is the best way to go. Even slipping in a 351 causes many minor changes which really pushes up the cost of the swap mostly if you want to run a EFI car with stock type accessories. The Cobra R was made from the factory with a 5.8 in limited run, and lots of conversion parts are around. Yes 460's can be made to fit, but expect to change lots of things and dont expect to pass emmissions etc. ------------------ Frank W 90 5.0 LX coupe Daily driver. Silencer removed, K&N filter. Flexalite fan, 3 core radiator. FMS flywheel and Clutch 88 Notch 2.3L 5 speed Parts/beater car 74 Chevy Laguna Type S-3 305 fixing soon, getting a 454 to put in garage My two Notchbacks www.chevellepages.com/folingo