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SOHC swap to DOHC?

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#1 ·
Ok so I'm still new to all this but I'm getting a 1979 Pinto with a 2.3 SOHC. Basically the stock engine. I was wondering if I could take the DOHC head of a late model Ford Ranger and bolt it onto the old Pinto's block. Or is the Head of the Ranger's 2.3 different to the Pinto's 2.3
 
#2 ·
No, unfortunately, the later Ranger DOHC engine is basically a Mazda engine, so short of swapping the whole engine, it wouldn't be an option. Surprisingly, a Volvo B234 twin cam head can be swapped onto your engine, but it does require quite a few custom parts and some machining to complete the swap. I think for the $$, Esslinger engineering or BoPort racing engines can build you a single cam head that will in most cases, out perform the Volvo head, as good as it is. There are quite a few turbo Pinto's running around, that might be a good option for you as well.
 
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