why not just run the toyota case?

 

Because the adapter, to use the Toyota case, costs over $600.

 

but you get everything needed to do it instead of searching for stuff to make it work

 

If he can do a little research and come up with a T-case that does everything he wants to for $150-$200, instead of $600+, I think it's worth looking into. I went with the kit, too, because it was easiest and was quick, but it sounds like Colson has got some time to do some research and consider other solutions.

 

yeah understood... but i guess if his going with a sfa he could go d-44 and use an aod out of a bronco or something then build a crossmember and some drive lines

 

Well, the car I was looking at turned out not to be such a good deal, so I passed on it, but I'm still keeping my eyes open... this will happen.

 

I am putting in a 91 302 in my 87 right now. It isnt that hard. You can order your parts from Northwestoffroad.com You will definetly need the engine mounts and the transfer case shims

 

you can use chevrolet axels i think fords have the wrong side drop, also anything is possible...its just the question of of you have the tools, time, knowlege and money my buddy is puttin 2 1/2 ton rockwells and a 350 v-8 in a chevrolet s-10

 

Does anyone know how much taller the truck intake is than the car intake? I have a line on a (cheap/totaled) '95 F150 w/ 122k on it and I think I have my wife convinced to let me do this swap. I was planning on eventually doing a 4crawler 1" body lift anyway and I don't mind shimming the back of the hood so it sits a little (1/4-1/2") higher. I had to promise to part out and dispose of the rest of the truck so it wasn't sitting in our driveway. The truck is auto, but it is complete. I want to sell the auto tranny and put a T5 5-speed behind it in my truck. My '81 is 2wd, so I am not worried about t-case compatibility. I know those trannies are failry compact and strong enough for light duy work. Does anyone have any other tranny suggestions?

In case that doesn't fit, the HO intake manifold and TB are a direct swap, right?

Also, I am searching the net non-stop right now for tech tips and stuff on how to do this swap, etc... If you have any links that you think may help, lets see them! I know there are some already listed in this thread, but there may be more. I suck at finding things with Google anymore.

 

I believe I put some links here:
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f147...qs-info-96893/

 

Yes I saw those. Thanks for putting that list together. I read through the ones that seemed pertinent and didn't see anything. I guess when I get the motor in front of me, I will measure and add that to the thread.

 

drop a 460 in that beast ive seen one with a 455 chevy in it and it was nasty i had a 79 f150 with a 460 and it was awsome lots of power

 

My '78 F150 Ranger that I use to haul big stuff has a front D44 can't recall the gearing but its damn bullet proof. Its been swamped,smashed,fallen through ice and etc. And it came factory with a 400.

 

If you want to have a Bad Toy put A SUPRA with Turbo that way you get same if not more horses than a 302 or 351 and better Gas milage

 

Supra motor is harder to fit, parts are more expensive, and you get turbo lag, plus the added heat of the turbo under the hood. (not good for a trail rig). gas mileage isnt a factor either, the truck is strictly a trail rig, however they both do get about the same mileage. Plus I like the sound of a V8.

 

i personally think the 4.7L V8 from the Tundra would be the best. or find out about the new GODZILLA(09' Skyline GT-R V-Spec) motor and see if that would fit a Yota!

 

well, time to bring this up again.. im about 3 days from having a running driving lincoln with a 5.0 HO sitting in my driveway ready for the swap...

So has anyone put together a walkthrough on this yet, or is it just a wing it kind of deal?

I do have some requirements I've decided for my swap, like all factory instruments work... except maybe coolant temp. This would include the tach, which may be fun....

IF there arent any good walkthroughs, does anyone know of a good source for the lincoln wiring manual to help convert this thing?

 

Just to refresh my memory and the thread, what transmission are you using and what T-case? The easiest would be is to get the bellhousing adapter from Northwest Offroad (do not care for that company) and bolt it to your Toyota trans. I was going to go your route but being the fact their is not much out there for Ford's, I went with a Chevy 4.3. Easier, cheaper and parts are plentiful.

James

 

ya... I've thought of that... then i did some more thinking and changed my mind again...

instead of swapping a 302 into a 87 4runner, i've decided to sell it and get a 96-98 4runner, bob and SAS it, then drive it til the motor goes. Once it does, then swap in the 302... so now its back to waiting again....

 

i have an 81 pick up with a 351 windsor in it. not efi tho