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Posted by Ryan... (Member # 7089) on :
 
I really want to go with a 351 in my 90 hatch, my biggest and only obsticle is obviously smog and all the limitaions. Is there any way to throw a 351 in there and have it legitimately "california legal?" Is there a special procedure I would have to follow? Any info, advice, personal expiriences would be appreciated. [patriot]
 
Posted by 70mach351 (Member # 7528) on :
 
I'm no mechanic but if u use a gt40 intake and other stock looking parts it will be tough to say this is a 5.8 not a 5.0. I have all the swap stuff if your looking to buy
 
Posted by warhorse58gt (Member # 7702) on :
 
+1 don't tell them.. it's the easiest way.. if your running stock style parts.. most won't even be able to tell.. [Wink]
 
Posted by CRS24WILSON (Member # 9979) on :
 
You can use all the stuff thats on your 302 but you will need different brackets for the a/c and power steering. they sell kits for it on summit or jegs. all the smog stuff will work also. i know you will need a different intake manifold, oil pan and exhaust manifold for the conversion. but it is possible to make it legal. ill see if i can find the complete write up on it and post it later
 
Posted by copcar (Member # 10113) on :
 
FYI my fathers 351 with 64cc afr 185's, Fcam and 1.7's and GT40 intake passes Texas emissions cleaner than a stock car. Bassani Catted X with shortie swap headers and all emissions equip on the car.
 
Posted by jaejae (Member # 7958) on :
 
it will pass..small car explorer intake with 351w lower and emmisions all intact..but thats no fun [Smile]
 
Posted by 96232 (Member # 9375) on :
 
Don't forget the distrubitor for a 351W
 
Posted by Quik351 (Member # 7859) on :
 
and headers for 351w i have a block for sale if you need one.
 
Posted by Ryan... (Member # 7089) on :
 
Thanks everyone, some good info there!!!!
 




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