changing engines

f8tlbyte · 12-06-2001, 12:25 PM

Can I put a 5.0 in a 89 lx with a 4 banger

Mr 5 0 · 12-06-2001, 02:24 PM

Yes.

Very common switch, but you need a complete 5.0 wreck to get all the important parts from, including a processor, wiring harness, etc.

You'll need a complete duel exhaust system, from headers to tailpipes and other assorted parts such as motor mounts.

You'll want the 5.0 wheels (15x7) and tires, too 225 - 60. See what I mean?

Getting all the parts piecemeal is a long process; find a wrecked 5.0, first, it's much easier.

f8tlbyte · 12-07-2001, 12:15 AM

thanks. I will start calling yards. any idea on prices

Ackbar00 · 12-07-2001, 10:58 AM

Yeah, around 1000 to 3000 depending on year and state of wreck. Now, this is a very timeconsuming switch and you will need EVERYTHING. If you have other transportation it can be a fun project. But if you dont, or dont want to go though EFI you can switch it to a carb setup as well. Also you may whant to consider emmission testing where you live. Your curruent VIN is for a 4 CY and that is what they may test for(even if you have all related Equipment hooked up from the 5.0). Unless you are attached to your car, I say sell it for what you can get out of it and just buy a 5.0. You will save time and can get one cheep if you are looking in the right places. Me and me brother were at the track a few weeks ago and someone was selling a 89lx 5.0 5sp for 1900$!! We bought it 2 hours latter. All it needs is a panit job and a tuneup. No tears in the seats, nothing wrong! Just look around, Im sure one will turn up

12-06-2001, 12:25 PM	#1
f8tlbyte Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: ST Louis Posts: 10	changing engines Can I put a 5.0 in a 89 lx with a 4 banger __________________ Boo-hoo-hoo poor me

12-07-2001, 12:15 AM	#3
f8tlbyte Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: ST Louis Posts: 10	thanks. I will start calling yards. any idea on prices __________________ Boo-hoo-hoo poor me

12-07-2001, 10:58 AM	#4
Ackbar00 Rebel Fleet Commander Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Huber Heights, OH Posts: 1,003	Yeah, around 1000 to 3000 depending on year and state of wreck. Now, this is a very timeconsuming switch and you will need EVERYTHING. If you have other transportation it can be a fun project. But if you dont, or dont want to go though EFI you can switch it to a carb setup as well. Also you may whant to consider emmission testing where you live. Your curruent VIN is for a 4 CY and that is what they may test for(even if you have all related Equipment hooked up from the 5.0). Unless you are attached to your car, I say sell it for what you can get out of it and just buy a 5.0. You will save time and can get one cheep if you are looking in the right places. Me and me brother were at the track a few weeks ago and someone was selling a 89lx 5.0 5sp for 1900$!! We bought it 2 hours latter. All it needs is a panit job and a tuneup. No tears in the seats, nothing wrong! Just look around, Im sure one will turn up __________________ 1993 Mustang GT, PTK w/ T-64 - My Cardomain Webpage 11.25@123.5 on only 8 psi. 10.84@121 on only 1 headgasket "The Truth is, Your the Weak, and I am the Tyranny of Evil Men!"

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12-06-2001, 02:24 PM	#2
Mr 5 0 Conservative Individualist Join Date: May 1997 Location: Wherever I need to be Posts: 7,487	Yes. Very common switch, but you need a complete 5.0 wreck to get all the important parts from, including a processor, wiring harness, etc. You'll need a complete duel exhaust system, from headers to tailpipes and other assorted parts such as motor mounts. You'll want the 5.0 wheels (15x7) and tires, too 225 - 60. See what I mean? Getting all the parts piecemeal is a long process; find a wrecked 5.0, first, it's much easier.