98 Cobra Motor --> 01 GT Swap

marcfiebka · August 5th, 2007, 10:47 PM

How much work would this take? How much would it cost etc?

Would my current transmission bolt right on (3650)?

I can get the motor but the guy says I will need a Cobra Computer and a radiator. What do you guys think? How much would it cost to get it up and running? Lets assume the motor is going to run me $1100.

By the way it has 80k miles on it and a spun rod bearing that needs to be fixed.

02StangGToWNEr · August 5th, 2007, 11:29 PM

You can always go check WWW.MPSAutoSalvage.COM

They usually have great deals on used engines, and better engines than the 98 Cobra. It's just my opinion, but I would try to get a 03/04 Cobra engine. Either way let us know what you do.

MATT02GT · August 5th, 2007, 11:45 PM

I dunno if it would be worth it unless you plan on building it up

marcfiebka · August 5th, 2007, 11:56 PM

well i need to pass emissions...and the 03 cobra motors are about 8-10k on ebay. im definitely on a budget.

02StangGToWNEr · August 6th, 2007, 12:10 AM

Originally Posted by marcfiebka

well i need to pass emissions...and the 03 cobra motors are about 8-10k on ebay. im definitely on a budget.

You should be able to get a used cheaper then that. If not, I would just get a crate engine, they are usually cheaper & have more power than Fords standard engines. If thats what you can afford though, then buy it ya want.

marcfiebka · August 6th, 2007, 12:45 AM

the only crate engines ford sells for our cars is the mach 1 engine and the 5.0 "cammer". the mach 1 is 6k and the cammer is 15k. the other small blocks need to be carbuerated (sp) and dont pass emissions

02StangGToWNEr · August 6th, 2007, 05:49 PM

What I was saying is do a search, because there are better engines that you can swap, that are made for the Mustang GT, but NOT made by FORD.

MATT02GT · August 6th, 2007, 06:38 PM

Check out VT engines and some other companies out there

Invictus · August 6th, 2007, 07:19 PM

You'll need an 8 bolt flywheel and probably a stronger clutch to hold the added power for your 3650 to bolt up. That's easy...

Your GT ECC and radiator will suffice if you're on a tight budget, but i'd change the radiator out eventually.

You can use your GT harness with a few modifications made to work on the cobra motor. It should bolt right in no issues. It'll be a little larger though up top with the 4V heads, so removing the valve covers will be a total bitch. You're going to have to take out the hydroboost unit completely just to remove the driver's side valve cover...

It's a relatively easy swap though, I just put an 04' motor in my 04' GT.

August 5th, 2007, 10:47 PM	#1
marcfiebka Regular Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 196 iTrader: 0 reviews	98 Cobra Motor --> 01 GT Swap How much work would this take? How much would it cost etc? Would my current transmission bolt right on (3650)? I can get the motor but the guy says I will need a Cobra Computer and a radiator. What do you guys think? How much would it cost to get it up and running? Lets assume the motor is going to run me $1100. By the way it has 80k miles on it and a spun rod bearing that needs to be fixed.

August 5th, 2007, 11:45 PM	#3
MATT02GT MM Fanatic Join Date: May 2007 Location: Colo. Springs, CO Posts: 3,697 iTrader: 0 reviews	I dunno if it would be worth it unless you plan on building it up __________________ Its not how fast you drive, but how you drive fast. 2002 Mustang GT... Just The Usual Bolt-Ons Bolt on list in Garage..

August 6th, 2007, 05:49 PM	#7
02StangGToWNEr Hardcore Enthusiast 2006 Mustang GT Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 2,698 iTrader: 0 reviews	What I was saying is do a search, because there are better engines that you can swap, that are made for the Mustang GT, but NOT made by FORD. __________________ *My Cardomain Page*: http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3103321

August 6th, 2007, 06:38 PM	#8
MATT02GT MM Fanatic Join Date: May 2007 Location: Colo. Springs, CO Posts: 3,697 iTrader: 0 reviews	Check out VT engines and some other companies out there __________________ Its not how fast you drive, but how you drive fast. 2002 Mustang GT... Just The Usual Bolt-Ons Bolt on list in Garage..

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August 5th, 2007, 11:29 PM	#2
02StangGToWNEr Hardcore Enthusiast 2006 Mustang GT Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 2,698 iTrader: 0 reviews	You can always go check WWW.MPSAutoSalvage.COM They usually have great deals on used engines, and better engines than the 98 Cobra. It's just my opinion, but I would try to get a 03/04 Cobra engine. Either way let us know what you do.

August 5th, 2007, 11:56 PM	#4
marcfiebka Regular Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 196 iTrader: 0 reviews	well i need to pass emissions...and the 03 cobra motors are about 8-10k on ebay. im definitely on a budget.

August 6th, 2007, 12:45 AM	#6
marcfiebka Regular Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 196 iTrader: 0 reviews	the only crate engines ford sells for our cars is the mach 1 engine and the 5.0 "cammer". the mach 1 is 6k and the cammer is 15k. the other small blocks need to be carbuerated (sp) and dont pass emissions

August 6th, 2007, 07:19 PM	#9
Invictus Hardcore Enthusiast 1999 Mustang Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 1,355 iTrader: 0 reviews	You'll need an 8 bolt flywheel and probably a stronger clutch to hold the added power for your 3650 to bolt up. That's easy... Your GT ECC and radiator will suffice if you're on a tight budget, but i'd change the radiator out eventually. You can use your GT harness with a few modifications made to work on the cobra motor. It should bolt right in no issues. It'll be a little larger though up top with the 4V heads, so removing the valve covers will be a total bitch. You're going to have to take out the hydroboost unit completely just to remove the driver's side valve cover... It's a relatively easy swap though, I just put an 04' motor in my 04' GT.

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