Engine Swap

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  1. Johupp

    Johupp Member

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    I made a post about going from a 200 to a 302 a few months ago, but I can't find it. When we were picking my Mav up, my dad asked me if I wanted to rebuild the 200i6, change it with a 302, or use (what I think is) a 2.3L(140 CID) i4 from an '80s Mustang. What would be the best choice just to get to and from school everyday and to use as a daily driver after highschool?
     
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    schroensr knight Runner

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    First ask yourself, Is this going to be a cruiser or just a running car to get some where. If you have a dream of making something nice to show an to keep. I would use the 6 or 302. Engine kits are overly priced if you stay on a budget. Plan something on paper an then commit to it. Set your goal .You can always change things on paper.But don't buy things an then change them. I hope that I helped you.
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    for school...keep what you have...:thumbs2:

    http://mmb.maverick.to/showthread.php?t=88942

    click on your screen name and then...find all post...:Handshake
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    If the car still runs....or will....then I agree: Keep what you have.
     

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