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Hello Everyone, I have a 1967 Mustang coupe with an inline 6, automatic trans, and 8-inch rear end in it currently. I have been updating everything for the past year to make it into a V8 car and all that is left is the drivetrain. I found a really good deal on a 1994 Mustang GT with a 302 and...

Hey all, I have asked a number of questions on here and I truly appreciate all the help. I have a 1968 Mustang Coupe with an inline 6. I have ripped out the engine in preparation for a 302 install. I of course have to change the frame side mounts and the engine side mounts right? Does anyone...

This is my 1966 Mustang. It has a 302 bottom end with 351 windsor heads. It is a running, driving, and stopping project car. I bought this a few years ago as a project car during covid to fill the time. Now I have graduated college and do not have the money or time to finish it. The entire front...

I was finally able to get my freshly rebuilt 302 started after 6 months, and had some questions about the thermostat and operating temp. Just for reference, it is a complete stock flat tappet 2brrl running an aluminum champion radiator. Once I got the engine running and the timing adjusted...

Hey everyone! I am doing a I6 to V8 swap (200 inline 6 to a 306 v8) on my 1965 Mustang Convertible. I was hoping if someone on here could give me some tips and insight on how to approach this kind of swap. I have already done the suspension in the front of the car (i.e. front shocks, coil...

Hey folks, long time member. Had my 66 now for many years. Works great got it dialed in and drive it daily in the summer. It is a great cruiser and can get up and go. Over the years I have done a few performance mods: Replaced the C4 with a T5 Upgraded the rear to reinforced 8” with 3:80...

Alright so I just picked up a 66 mustang coupe this week and thought I was getting a great deal at 15k ( seller originally wanted 18,500 ) not wanting to miss out I jumped on it and brought her home. Upon more research I feel completely overwhelmed. So first problem the motor is a 302 small...

Ok everyone, I’m stumped. Working on a 68 mustang with a 302, been trying to install this distributor for 3 hours and no luck. Long story short, I know the oil pump shaft is engaged. My issue is the cam gear and the gear on the distributor doesn’t seem to want to fully engage. Only about...

Hi Everyone I am installing GT40 heads milled 30 thou on 68 302 for my mustang. Looking at the specs I am looking at using a 0.029 in compressed thickness head gasket. I believe that this is in spec to maintain reasonable compression but I have not seen on the forum post installation details or...

Hi all, I'm currently working on my 66 coupe, fixing rust issues. Parts started to arrive, all good here. I do have a good opportunity to purchase a 64 GT coupe with a 302 engine. This would allow me to obtain all basic V8 parts at a good price. I would also have a second body to choose from...

I installed the real main seal it was 2 piece seal and after installing it’s still leaking oil. Can someone help me with what seal is the correct one for pictures below engine. Thank you

Hi I need help finding correct rear main seal for my 302 Ford engine I’m attaching a picture of my engine number too. I installed 2 piece rear main seal but it’s leaking oil so I need help. Thank you

Here we go with a new problem! So I have 302 engine in 66 mustang and it’s leaking engine oil when I try to drive it and floor the gas pedal. No leaks at all while the car is idle/running. I can’t even see where it’s leaking from unless I put a small camera and record while driving. No gasket...