302-302HO difference???

Chevyguy · 05-24-2001, 02:05 PM

During most of the model run of the 5.0 Mustangs Ford made 2 versions of the 302 HO and standard. In 84-85 the standard 302 was a CFI (throttle body injection) about 130 HP, earlier versions had feedback 2 barrel carbs. 86 - 91 were EFI motors many with the plenum pointing to the pass side those were 150 HP. At the least a milder cam, different computer calibration, possibly different head castings as well. Those motors were installed in Thunderbirds, LTDII, Crown Vics, Lincolns etc.. Trucks had their own versions all tuned more for torque but basically the same as the other 302's

The 302 HO was just that, higher output only in Mustangs, 85 Capri RS and Lincoln LSC's. We all know about the 82 - 95 Mustang 302 HO's

Some slightly tweaked CFI 302's were installed in LSC's and LTD II's (the "euro sedans") before the switch to EFI

What is my point, not sure, oh yeah, if you get a crown vic 302 it wont be good much more than a short block core, expect to junk the heads intake cam etc.

------------------
Frank W
90 5.0 LX coupe Daily driver. Silencer removed, K&N filter. Flexalite fan, 3 core radiator. FMS flywheel and Clutch, FMS blue wires Energy Suspension end links
88 Notch 2.3L 5 speed Parts/beater car My two Notchbacks

74 Chevy Laguna Type S-3 305 Finally fixed getting a 454 to put in garage
<A HREF="http://www.chevellepages.com/folingo" TARGET=_blank>www.chevellepages.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
whats the difference??	pedley	Windsor Power	17	03-23-2004 05:17 PM
whats the difference between a 79-93 oil pan and a 94-95 oil pan??	jruppert	Windsor Power	1	03-26-2003 10:06 PM
302 vs 302HO, difference??	jerryIII	Windsor Power	12	08-05-2001 03:11 AM
TFS O-Ringer vs. Non O-Ringed Heads. Whats The Difference?	BowTie Eater 5 Liter	Windsor Power	3	02-08-2001 07:56 PM

05-24-2001, 02:05 PM	#4
Chevyguy Backyard Mechanic/Chemist Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Acton MA USA Posts: 435	During most of the model run of the 5.0 Mustangs Ford made 2 versions of the 302 HO and standard. In 84-85 the standard 302 was a CFI (throttle body injection) about 130 HP, earlier versions had feedback 2 barrel carbs. 86 - 91 were EFI motors many with the plenum pointing to the pass side those were 150 HP. At the least a milder cam, different computer calibration, possibly different head castings as well. Those motors were installed in Thunderbirds, LTDII, Crown Vics, Lincolns etc.. Trucks had their own versions all tuned more for torque but basically the same as the other 302's The 302 HO was just that, higher output only in Mustangs, 85 Capri RS and Lincoln LSC's. We all know about the 82 - 95 Mustang 302 HO's Some slightly tweaked CFI 302's were installed in LSC's and LTD II's (the "euro sedans") before the switch to EFI What is my point, not sure, oh yeah, if you get a crown vic 302 it wont be good much more than a short block core, expect to junk the heads intake cam etc. ------------------ Frank W 90 5.0 LX coupe Daily driver. Silencer removed, K&N filter. Flexalite fan, 3 core radiator. FMS flywheel and Clutch, FMS blue wires Energy Suspension end links 88 Notch 2.3L 5 speed Parts/beater car My two Notchbacks 74 Chevy Laguna Type S-3 305 Finally fixed getting a 454 to put in garage <A HREF="http://www.chevellepages.com/folingo" TARGET=_blank>www.chevellepages.