302 to 351 swap
02-13-2015, 04:36 PM
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Does depend on the year as far as whether the computer and wiring has to be changed. Speed density can handle the change, MAF can't, unless you have a 302 HO, which should line up ok.
Mostly you're looking at exhaust, lower intake and front accessories.
You want to look for a fully dressed 351 to keep things simple. If you can get the computer, engine bay and engine wiring harnesses with it, that would help ensure you don't hit a snag.
The 351 is taller and therefore wider at the top. The 302 lower intake, air pump piping, Y-pipe, and probably some of the pieces on the front aren't going to swap over.
It's pretty do-able, but you may have to hunt and search a bit for some of the pieces.
Mostly you're looking at exhaust, lower intake and front accessories.
You want to look for a fully dressed 351 to keep things simple. If you can get the computer, engine bay and engine wiring harnesses with it, that would help ensure you don't hit a snag.
The 351 is taller and therefore wider at the top. The 302 lower intake, air pump piping, Y-pipe, and probably some of the pieces on the front aren't going to swap over.
It's pretty do-able, but you may have to hunt and search a bit for some of the pieces.
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