Curious questions in my v6 to v8 swap

I have some questions for the forum in my swap of engines for my Mav, I see that I have to replumb my steering linkage when I set my engine in the car. (1) I was wondering if I could raise my engine up 1-1/2 to 2'' to clear the linkage, (2) would that present a problem for transmission or the driveshaft. (3) has anyone installed a Ford Pinto rack & pinion if so is there and article in the technical section. I appreciate the support.

 

You should not have to change any steering linkage with a I-6 to V-8 swap.Do you have the proper V-8 frame stands (attach to the towers) for your swap??? the 6 cyl ones wont cut it.

 

if its the original motor its a I6 not a V6

 

I replaced the I-6 frame stands with V8 stands when I set the Motor in the steering linkage would not allow me to set the engine completely down because the sump of the oil pan is setting on the linkage. I apologize for the V6 reference.

 

The V8 stands are mounted where the I-6 stands were bolted to the frame.

 

What year 302 you got ... If it's late model you need to swap from rear sump to front sump. Need new oil pan, and pickup tube.

 

Yeah, you need a front sump oil pan. The v8 should fit right in with the right mounts.

 

I had my V8 swap done without needing any changes to the stock engine position. I had to have my oil pan changed out too though, so maybe that's all it is.

 

My Maverick is 1971.

 

What year is the 302 engine you are putting in?

 

the engine is a 77 351w, are these oil pans readily available?

 

A 77 351w should have a front sump pan already, unless it came out of a Bronco....

 

Definitely sounds like you have the wrong oil pan...You need a front sump pan and oil pickup tube/screen.

 

If you change to manual steer you will get more clearance. You will need pitman arm and center link.

 

sorry to thread jack but what about a dual sump pan like in the 90 crown vic?