1990 Ford F-150

Tiny
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  • 1990 FORD F-150
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What is involved in changeing a straight 6 out and replace it with a v8 302? Trans is 5 speed.
Thursday, March 25th, 2010 AT 9:06 AM

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Tiny
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We recommend staying with a direct fit replacement. When you change, everything must be changed with it. You need, different motor mounts, vacuum harness, wiring harness, computer.

It can be done, but because of the amount of work and new parts you'll need, I don't recommend it.
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Thursday, March 25th, 2010 AT 1:19 PM
Tiny
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Thanks guys, thatis what I was thinking. How about the bell houseing?
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Thursday, March 25th, 2010 AT 8:24 PM
Tiny
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THe trans should bolt up for you.
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Thursday, March 25th, 2010 AT 8:40 PM

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