As the title says - can a long block from a 1995 Lightning be carbureted? I am in the process of planning the rebuild of my 81 F150. It currently has a 302 and if you have read my "Piney's Rebuild" thread you will notice I am really debating which motor to go with.

So from a practical standpoint I can buy a 1995 Lightning long block for $2100 new from Ford. Is it as simple as putting manifold, carb, headers, etc. on and dropping it in? I know the motor has GT40 heads, decent cam already - seems like a mild performance build.

I really like this option as it gives me decent power. Any downsides to this approach?

Thanks!
Eric

 

Arent the lightnings charged? Either turbo or super? If yes your engine may have a lower compression ratio.

 

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Thanks I read that, I was hoping to see a response that somebody has done it and had results.