might get a v8
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11-06-2010
Only issue is the amount of parts you must locate....Some are easy....others are tough! Transmission, Computer, Rear End, Wiring Harnesses nuts, bolts, screws, brackets, sensors and other little things that may be needed from a donor Expo. If you have the extra cash you will come out better buying an entire Explorer or Mountaineer....just my 2 cents
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11-06-2010
I agree. Buying the full vehicle is the best bet. That way if you need something it's right there and you know it's not gonna be missing.
Most guys that swap in a 5.0 are running the 3.slow. I'm surprised you want to swap since you are a 4.0. Besides torque the horse power is pretty equal stock wise. I mean if you get it built that will be a different story.
Most guys that swap in a 5.0 are running the 3.slow. I'm surprised you want to swap since you are a 4.0. Besides torque the horse power is pretty equal stock wise. I mean if you get it built that will be a different story.
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Here's some quote i foudn online...
The 5.0L explorer motors are hidden jewels. I recommend the 1996 engine.
The 1996 explorer consists of a GT40 intake, GT40 heads, and a 65mm Throttle body from the factory.
In 1997 Ford switched the explorers to the GT40P heads. If you use these heads a special exhaust manifold is required because of the angle of the spark plug.
By adding just a cam and 1.6 roller rockers to these engines, you will have a beast of a motor.
If you like classics, stick with the Ford Racing E303 cam. It works great with Automatic Transmissions.
To check and see which heads you have count the bars that are cast into the front or back of the heads.
3 bars =GT40
4 bars =GT40P
The 1996 explorer consists of a GT40 intake, GT40 heads, and a 65mm Throttle body from the factory.
In 1997 Ford switched the explorers to the GT40P heads. If you use these heads a special exhaust manifold is required because of the angle of the spark plug.
By adding just a cam and 1.6 roller rockers to these engines, you will have a beast of a motor.
If you like classics, stick with the Ford Racing E303 cam. It works great with Automatic Transmissions.
To check and see which heads you have count the bars that are cast into the front or back of the heads.
3 bars =GT40
4 bars =GT40P
#8
11-07-2010
Bingo! I got mine for $750...slightly wrecked in the back! I see them all the time from $750-2,000. Just keep looking around and you will find what you need.
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11-09-2010
If you would be ok having a 1998-2003 cluser in your truck, it probably wouldn't break the bank.
(I think if someone invented an adapter kit that let you keep your 2004+ cluster when doing a engine swap they would be millionaires)
This has turned out to be so much of a problem for me that I'm going to sell both of my trucks and buy a 2004 + Ranger with a 4.0 SOHC already in it.
(I think if someone invented an adapter kit that let you keep your 2004+ cluster when doing a engine swap they would be millionaires)
This has turned out to be so much of a problem for me that I'm going to sell both of my trucks and buy a 2004 + Ranger with a 4.0 SOHC already in it.
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