Z7What

A complete lightning motor swap would be easier, cheaper, more relievable, and make more power and everything would still work!

Wayne

River1

I agree with your sentiment completely except for the power. A typical Kaase big block is rated at 925 HP and 800 FPT at the flywheel. It's a $50k motor that has been pushed to over 1,300 HP. Obviously apples to oranges example but a Lightning engine, Coyote, or whatever isn't going to come close to the Detroit Iron big block.

When the question was asked the only reason I could imagine for reverting to a carburetor was class requirements. And I only thought it because I recently dealt with it.

Also, there are both individuals and companies that will one off any custom electronics anyone wants. Again, just a matter of the willingness to pay for it.

There are only 3 things that limit what anyone can do. The laws of physics, the law of diminishing return and cash. Wolvee's pick 2 of the 3 still apply except cash is assumed and exchanged for how fast do you want it.

River1

Wolvee,

Just relaying information here. If you can't find it, they will help you get it done. Ford=Bosch.

http://pe-ltd.com/engine-control-units.html

4x4wolf

That would be nice but how reliable is buying a used motor. like I said since I have a daily driver now I would consider all options for my truck now, expect insanely expensive ones.

SICKS NINE

I'd agree with the lightning swap if your budget allows. I just worry about the stock trans if you go that route. Also, if time permits, you could get into the motor itself before you throw it in your truck leaving it pretty wide open for what HP/Tq goals you're trying to reach.

4x4wolf

So if i could find a donor lightning, what would I need off the other truck to make it work with mine?

4x4wolf

Would I need to get the ecu to make it work?

Wolvee

You would use all of your wiring and your ecu. Trying to use a different ecu creates a whole new bit of trouble.

After the Lightning motor install get it professionally tuned or use a handheld with a lightning/boost specific tune.

(I don't like mail order tunes and would always have it put on a dyno and have it professionally tunes. )

4x4wolf

Thank you for the information, very helpful