[Guest]

I've decided to make the switch and put a V-8 into my 66 'Stang in place of the 6. My question is, what must I absolutely do to get the engine in, and what should I do. I know there are questions concerning the suspension. I am going to replace the 9 inch brakes with 10 inch (are the spindles the same). Any help would be most welcome. Thanks.

andy

 

[Dean_T]

For a fairly complete list, go to the following link:

http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/3573/Special/6to8.htm


a65ragtop also has an excellent site regarding the swap. This site gives many different angles to the swap.

http://www.geocities.com/a65ragtop/VM_FAQ

It's not easy but it's do able.

Regards,

Dean T

Shikatta Ga Nai - "It cannot be helped"

 

[1966conv]

Spindles are not the same, 4 bolt vs 5 bolt pattern. Suspension should be completely replaced to handle the heavier motor.
Like Dean T mentioned, check out those websites for info.

1966 Red Conv (200)
1966 White Pony Int.(289)A Code
1966 Coupe (289) C Code
MCA 36048

 

[camachinist]

Andy,
We have a fully functional search engine here now....nothing like the old forum...

See here for my post yesterday on this subject...

Happy Converting!


Pat
http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1570936&a=11937754&p=42910787.jpg

 

[Guest]

But will the 5 bolt hubs work with the spindles that the 4 bolt hubs are on, i.e., can I just replace the 4 bolt hubs with 5 bolt hubs on the existing spindles?