Jaason White

I have a 97 f150 with the 4.6l and I was wondering if anyone on here has swapped the 4.6 with a 302, if so how hard was it and what transmission and parts are needed. I prefer manual transmission recommendations. Thanks

Jbrew

It wouldn't be that bad, - if you swapped everything else as well. Gutting the cab and swapping in all pre 10th generation components. Not sure if the dash will fit ?

Added up, it's a lot of work to install a lessor V8, but if that's all you have to work with, it might be doable.

Jaason White

Honestly I like the 302 it's none modular (I hate modular motors) it's small so I wouldn't have to strip a whole lot put and it has potential for huge power in a small package.

Jbrew

Really ? Well, honestly, it's not worth the hassle, expense and time. Two very different platforms. Better off just going with an 8th or 9th gen.

danfan

Lots of Mustang guys get big power from a 4.6, but anything is possible with enough time, and cash.

kd4gij

I love it when people try to compare a 3000 pound Mustang To a 6000 pound truck.

screamineagle

Not worth it IMO. You would be way ahead to sell your truck and buy an older gen with the 302.

DrillRig52

Why do you hate mod motors?

white89gt

I love the 302... It's my favorite motor. But ain't no way possible that I could come to terms with making this mistake. Is it possible? Yes. What would you need? A welder, a sawzall, and a 5.0 Explorer.

I could see wanting to oust a 3V, but the 2V is not bad. Overall, the 4.6 is much much stronger than a SBF.

Jaason White

Imo they are underpowered pos's. I had a grand am that made equal power with 2 less cylinders