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Hi all,
The ol 250 in the xf is gettin abit tired now days, so i was thinking about doing a convert and fitting a v8. Can anyone suggest a good way to go that requires limited modifications?? Ie 302 or 302efi type or go chev??
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Easiest way to go is a windsor 302 motor. You have to remember what ever motor you put in has to comply with the emmissions standards of that model car.
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Will a 302 use the existing mounts or would i need to have new mounts welded into position?
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Before doing anything ring your local RTA and find out what is involved for you to do a swap.
Each State seems to vary on the rules and regs a bit. It's not as simple as just swapping over engines. You will have to put V8 springs and sway bar in the fr
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You also need to change the position where the heater core hoses are at the firewall. They have to move over to the left more to clear the cylinder head
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