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nayr
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What all is needed to do a proper 4cyl to 50 swap in a 89 coupe its already a 5 speed thanks

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engine, trans, crossmember, exhaust, computer, harness, quad shocks(if you want them), rear axle, front complete hub assembly with brakes/calipers, lines, etc, fuel line, brake line, brake booster, master cylinder

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v8 clutch, probaly need driveline too. Then of course fresh fluids and gaskets for everything while its out of the car. Instrument panel too

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90 Bronco 5.8 Lifted
05 SRT-4 24PSI E-85 at least 50 million hp
07 Harley VROD NRS Stage 1

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radiator, clutch fan(or electric fan if you go that route), motor mounts

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90 Bronco 5.8 Lifted
05 SRT-4 24PSI E-85 at least 50 million hp
07 Harley VROD NRS Stage 1

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if its the 4cyl t5 just get a 5.0 bell housing and i can tell you which pilot bearing to get for it to work.

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v8 springs, shocks/struts

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05 SRT-4 24PSI E-85 at least 50 million hp
07 Harley VROD NRS Stage 1

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quote:
Originally posted by Ric88Notch:
if its the 4cyl t5 just get a 5.0 bell housing and i can tell you which pilot bearing to get for it to work.

This will work fine as stated, but the 4cyl trans is rated for less torque, and has shorter gears than v8 trans

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05 SRT-4 24PSI E-85 at least 50 million hp
07 Harley VROD NRS Stage 1

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quote:
Originally posted by nayr:
What all is needed to do a proper 4cyl to 50 swap in a 89 coupe its already a 5 speed thanks

if your asking this question then I say do some homework first. I'm a NOOB take my advise.

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will work for stangs

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ok thanks thats about what i thought

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