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5.0_707
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im thinkn of picking up a 4 cyl coupe and one day convert it to a 5.0 any tips or suggestions on what to do and what not to do? anyone know how much that would cost? any pros/cons of doing this? i have been searching for some info about doing it but i would also like to hear about experiences some of you have had...
any and all info is helpful!
thanks
samuel
Posts: 888 | From: 707 | Registered: Aug 2005
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six 5.0
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IMHO, I have had the same thoughts. I'll cruz it for awhile, start w/the suspension first, then the Motor ect. But I have "heard" from allot of people that it's not worth it. Mainly B/C after all is said and done, the time & money you put in to it could have bought and built a bitchin 5.0.
Just my .02
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IwishIwasan03COBRA!
Posts: 4425 | From: SAN MATEO | Registered: Aug 2003
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Blind
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it took 1500 to get my conversion running and driving as a v8 with all v8 components.
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/252793
IMHO completely worth it.
I'm about $4k into it right now after 2 years of owning it and have a vortech s-trim and front mount intercooler sitting in the garage waiting to go in.
I think it would be quite hard to find a 5.0/5spd notchback with black interior with all bolt-ons and a blower for $4k
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89 LX Notchback ex 4cyl, 14psi
02 Harley F150, 15psi
Posts: 8521 | From: Fairfield | Registered: Jul 2003
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306Coupe
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quote:
Originally posted by blind:
it took 1500 to get my conversion running and driving as a v8 with all v8 components.
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/252793
IMHO completely worth it.
I'm about $4k into it right now after 2 years of owning it and have a vortech s-trim and front mount intercooler sitting in the garage waiting to go in.
I think it would be quite hard to find a 5.0/5spd notchback with black interior with all bolt-ons and a blower for $4k
Nice pics and details blind. My current project was once a 4 cyclinder! Still is register as a 4 banger.
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1987 Coupe- Not stock
Posts: 2039 | From: Rocklin | Registered: Oct 2004
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5.0_707
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ok so I searched through the tech talk section for info on conversions and seen something about if you have a 89-93 4cyl coupe you can only use the same year 5.0 parts...why is that?
Posts: 888 | From: 707 | Registered: Aug 2005
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Migs
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PM or talk to SilverLX, I think he and a few other people busted out a 4 cyl conversion in a 3-4 day weekend. Hes done 3-4 i cant remember.
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R.I.P SilverLX! You are missed bro.
Posts: 348 | From: Healdsburg CA | Registered: Mar 2005
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thats a good question,maybe because every mustang model had parts that were a little different and to make shure the installation goes smooth even when it comes to SMOG
Posts: 402 | From: SanJose CA | Registered: Dec 2002
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Blind
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Originally posted by 5point0707:
ok so I searched through the tech talk section for info on conversions and seen something about if you have a 89-93 4cyl coupe you can only use the same year 5.0 parts...why is that?
because the wiring harness's changed almost every year after 89
for ease of installation it is the best choice to get the engine harness from the same year as the 4cyl chassis.
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89 LX Notchback ex 4cyl, 14psi
02 Harley F150, 15psi
Posts: 8521 | From: Fairfield | Registered: Jul 2003
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six 5.0
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quote:
Originally posted by blind:
it took 1500 to get my conversion running and driving as a v8 with all v8 components.
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/252793
IMHO completely worth it.
I'm about $4k into it right now after 2 years of owning it and have a vortech s-trim and front mount intercooler sitting in the garage waiting to go in.
I think it would be quite hard to find a 5.0/5spd notchback with black interior with all bolt-ons and a blower for $4k
I agree, well I change my mind after seeing Blinds conversion. It seems very possible w/some hard work and time.
PS, BLIND = ![[Eek!]](eek.gif) ![[worship]](graemlins/worship.gif)
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IwishIwasan03COBRA!
Posts: 4425 | From: SAN MATEO | Registered: Aug 2003
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Blind
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quote:
Originally posted by six 5.0:
quote:
Originally posted by blind:
it took 1500 to get my conversion running and driving as a v8 with all v8 components.
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/252793
IMHO completely worth it.
I'm about $4k into it right now after 2 years of owning it and have a vortech s-trim and front mount intercooler sitting in the garage waiting to go in.
I think it would be quite hard to find a 5.0/5spd notchback with black interior with all bolt-ons and a blower for $4k
I agree, well I change my mind after seeing Blinds conversion. It seems very possible w/some hard work and time.
PS, BLIND =
thanks ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
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89 LX Notchback ex 4cyl, 14psi
02 Harley F150, 15psi
Posts: 8521 | From: Fairfield | Registered: Jul 2003
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