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v6 to v8 conversion - 5/29/2003 2:49:06 AM

67stang390

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Hey I'm thinking about buying a 94-95 v6 5spd convertible. I intend to build a 347 stroker for the car. What I want to know is can I simply drop the motor in with new motor mounts? Will I have to get a totally new computer and transmission? I don't know much about the computer because I'm used to my '67; all this newer stuff confuses me. Would it be cheaper to buy a GT to begin with after the parts of the conversion are factored in? Thanks for any help you can give me.

-Jon

Edit: I intend to use fuel injection, in case that changes anything.

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v6 to v8 conversion - 5/29/2003 11:26:34 AM

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The best thing to do is find a wrecked GT to transfer everything. There is quite a difference in the two cars. Computer, drivetrain, suspension, brakes, etc are different. You might just be better off trying to find a GT unless you are really committed to the swap.

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v6 to v8 conversion - 5/29/2003 11:59:33 AM

Sean

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All the effort in to the swap could be time well spent on mods for a GT,try to find a GT for a good price and go from there.

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v6 to v8 conversion - 5/29/2003 2:52:32 PM

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Plus, in a swap, somebody with a head on their shoulders is going to replace the simple things like hoses and belts. It all adds up to more $$$.

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v6 to v8 conversion - 7/9/2003 4:18:24 PM

hawks05

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yeah swapping is not goign to b as easy as pulling one engine out and throwing the other in im looking to swap my sometime if you know someone who owns a shop like i do it would help you a lot. but if you had a 97+ tranny it wouldnt cost as much.

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