Suggestions for 5.0 replacement

rowekmr · December 27th, 2010, 09:08 AM

Hello
I am buying a 95 GT convertible with an auto trans that has a bad engine. I was going to find a 94 or 95 engine but my buddy with a 03 Cobra said any later year mod engine bolts in with the computer/harness. On another forum I was told the Explorer engine has better heads and intake than stock Mustang 5.0, is that a simple swap? I haven't done a swap before so want it as simple as it can be.

Thanks
Joe

AdderMk2 · December 27th, 2010, 11:51 AM

the explorer 5.0 is a direct replacement

and its actually smog legal too

*edit* and your buddy fed you a plate of lies. clearly hasnt got a clue. You would need a new K-member, and a new transmission. Not to mention a completely different wiring harness and computer system.

matholland · December 27th, 2010, 07:16 PM

This is nice to know that the explorer 5.0 will bolt right up. Just in case I gotta find a motor some day

Mustang Boy · December 27th, 2010, 07:21 PM

you might have to change the oil pan and pick up tube, infact im almost positive you will.

also i highly doubt the accessory brackets on the exploder will be the same as the brackets on the mustang so you will have to swap them over too.

AdderMk2 · December 27th, 2010, 10:46 PM

Originally Posted by Mustang Boy

you might have to change the oil pan and pick up tube, infact im almost positive you will.

also i highly doubt the accessory brackets on the exploder will be the same as the brackets on the mustang so you will have to swap them over too.

thats why you only use the longblock... genius

BlessedHellride · December 27th, 2010, 10:54 PM

Adder may sound like an asshole, but I have learned from his wisdom in the past on another forum. He's good people and he knows his shit!!!!

Mustang Boy · December 28th, 2010, 12:58 PM

Originally Posted by AdderMk2

thats why you only use the longblock... genius

just warning anyone reading because there are some out there who might try to go to the junk yard and get an entire engine accessories and all and try to drop it into their stang and get mad that it isnt a direct drop in

and thanks i consider myself a genius too lol

Bullitt95 · December 29th, 2010, 03:28 PM

Originally Posted by rowekmr

On another forum I was told the Explorer engine has better heads and intake than stock Mustang 5.0, is that a simple swap?

The Explorer engine does indeed have better heads/intake but it also has a milder cam than the Mustang GT. It's a simple swap as long as you use only the long block engine with intake. Just bolt your existing accessories to it.

December 27th, 2010, 09:08 AM	#1
rowekmr Newbie Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 11 iTrader: 0 reviews	Suggestions for 5.0 replacement Hello I am buying a 95 GT convertible with an auto trans that has a bad engine. I was going to find a 94 or 95 engine but my buddy with a 03 Cobra said any later year mod engine bolts in with the computer/harness. On another forum I was told the Explorer engine has better heads and intake than stock Mustang 5.0, is that a simple swap? I haven't done a swap before so want it as simple as it can be. Thanks Joe

December 27th, 2010, 11:51 AM	#2
AdderMk2 Banned Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: al-Ahhmadi, Kuwait Posts: 991 iTrader: 0 reviews	the explorer 5.0 is a direct replacement and its actually smog legal too edit and your buddy fed you a plate of lies. clearly hasnt got a clue. You would need a new K-member, and a new transmission. Not to mention a completely different wiring harness and computer system. __________________ [URL="http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/2148862880.html"]1994 Cobra For Sale[/URL] [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] [QUOTE=Timm10221]Its only a 10 inch Tach that sits right in the center of the dash with LED lights and a Spinner bezel that has dimonds and gold plating.. And when you hit 4500 plus is sounds off (AAHHH SHITT) :cool:[/QUOTE]

December 27th, 2010, 07:21 PM	#4
Mustang Boy Hardcore Enthusiast 1994 Mustang GT 14.582@92.58MPH Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: tampa florida Posts: 1,729 iTrader: 1 reviews	you might have to change the oil pan and pick up tube, infact im almost positive you will. also i highly doubt the accessory brackets on the exploder will be the same as the brackets on the mustang so you will have to swap them over too. __________________ 315's Crew Black and White Crew Crew Member #2

December 27th, 2010, 10:54 PM	#6
BlessedHellride Regular 1988 Notchback 11.19 @ 122mph N/A Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: DeRidder, Louisiana Posts: 424 iTrader: 0 reviews	Adder may sound like an asshole, but I have learned from his wisdom in the past on another forum. He's good people and he knows his shit!!!! __________________ FluffyTheRhino: One time, the tramp I was fornicating with farted, and I felt it blow my balls backwards. 1988 Notch 347 C4 w/brake 3.90 gear 11.19 @ 122mph 60' 1.67 N/A Full Interiored pump gas car

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