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Topic: Carburated engines into fuelie cars
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Amherst
Gearhead Posts: 255
From: Amherst, WI, USA
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 12-20-2002 12:39 PM
  
I know this is unconventional, but with the cost of aftermarket mod motor parts, many of us SN95 owners are considering going with what works. Pushrod technology!!Because many of you have gone the other direction (installing computer controlled, fuel injected motors into vintage iron) I was wondering how tough it would be to make a carburated 351 or 302 work in a car that was designed to work with a computer. Specifically, how can you get the intruments, AC, rack steering, power windows and anti-lock brake equipment to work? Dollar for dollar (in my mind) carburated windsor motors rock!! The question is, how do you get them to work in a car like mine (98GT)? I have always enjoyed this site, and respect your advice! Have a great x-mas everyone! Amherst
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 30261
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-20-2002 01:45 PM
If you really want to dive into that bundle of worms, more power to you!  ------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150 Be sure to remember our sponsors, Mustangs Plus, NPD, and Osborn Reproductions.
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Amherst
Gearhead Posts: 255
From: Amherst, WI, USA
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 12-20-2002 03:03 PM
I will take your word for that Steve! With power door locks, anti-theft, fuel pump shutoff etc. I had a feeling that all the electronics stuff would make it cost prohibitive or near impossible. Anyone else do anything crazy like this?
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BornInAFord
Journeyman Posts: 35
From: Bend, OR, USA
Registered: Dec 2002
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posted 12-20-2002 03:27 PM
Messing with the pollution controlled engines might not be smiled upon by the authorites, either--unless, of course, you can convince them your mods are for off-road use only. Daniel
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rm302 boss
Moderator Posts: 283
From: Austin Texas
Registered: Dec 2002
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posted 12-20-2002 08:00 PM
I would recomend not doing it unless you and VERY good with electrical systems. I bought a (few monts ago) 85 Mustang GT with just one of those transplants in it.From a guy i know, He could not make it work. It has a carb on a 351W and a C-4 trans. I had to re run all of the fuel lines,disable the stock fuel pump and ALL of the com controled systems then remove them for weight. I was able to save the dash guages and the whole system works well. ( well enough to kill the C-4). I do not recomend doing this...It was a up hill battle... In Texas you can get away with not having all of your polution control systems( in some citys),you my not be so lucky up there..
Rene------------------
1970 Boss 302
1990 Taurus SHO
1985 Mustang GT 351W
1995 Land rover Disco
1980 Triumph Spitfire (auto-X car)
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 18281
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-20-2002 08:03 PM
Oh come on guys, it's not that hard at all. You leave the computer(EEC) hooked up so it can still manage neccasary devices and run separate power sources for ignition and other needs. You can even use the in tank pump with a good regulator.  ------------------
Alex Denysenko
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 30261
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-20-2002 08:07 PM
Alex will be right over to help you. ------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150 Be sure to remember our sponsors, Mustangs Plus, NPD, and Osborn Reproductions.
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67coupe
Gearhead Posts: 337
From: dallas NC usa
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 12-21-2002 09:08 AM
i agree with alex its not that bad to doas far as all the power accesories they dont run through the comp like windows power door locks etc. iv done plenty of fox changes but not a 94+ yet but if u need any help just yell oh and first of all ull need a 93-94 k member for a winsor based motor good luck ------------------
Josh
67 coupe with 351c
8.41 in the 1/8
1.90 60'
at 82.03 mph
94 Explorer
30 model A currently rustbucket
in process 67 convt with efi 5.0 and t5
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Amherst
Gearhead Posts: 255
From: Amherst, WI, USA
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 01-03-2003 07:19 PM
The car is almost paid off and is the first new Mustang I have ever bought, so I am going to try and keep it for a hobby. Granted, it probably isn't the smartest move, but I do love the body style, air bags and handling. Plus I need a 351W powered car (it's on my list of 2 do's before I take the eternal dirt nap )Seeing I have many, many miles left on the 4.6, I was thinking about buying the parts here and there, especially if I can find some deals on rebuildable parts. If I decide to stick with the 4.6, It would still be nice to have a block and trans around for future projects.
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