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same old question
I am building a 1964 F100 short box for my dad. I have read on this site quite a bit here, and I have searched but not found the answer I am looking for.
I have access to two engines in my budget. I know both ran, and I plan on just converting to carb, and some mild bolt ons, maybe a cam.
Engine one is out of a 00 mountneer 5.0 and engine two is out of 86 E150 5.8.
I am looking for part access(like header options and cams) and horsepower for the dollar. I am not building a drag truck for pops, but I want the truck to let's say, be motivated.
Thanx
I have access to two engines in my budget. I know both ran, and I plan on just converting to carb, and some mild bolt ons, maybe a cam.
Engine one is out of a 00 mountneer 5.0 and engine two is out of 86 E150 5.8.
I am looking for part access(like header options and cams) and horsepower for the dollar. I am not building a drag truck for pops, but I want the truck to let's say, be motivated.
Thanx
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All stock the 2k Mountaineer 5.0 is the better choice, 9:2 CR with heads that flow well enough for 300+ HP and a factory roller cam. This motor just needs a cam and exhaust to be a real screamer.
In comparison the '86 5.8 is a turd, 8.5:1 CR thanks to smog heads with hugh 69cc chambers and a tiny flat tappet cam. This engine has more potential due to it's larger displacement but you'll have to replace the whole top end to see it.
In comparison the '86 5.8 is a turd, 8.5:1 CR thanks to smog heads with hugh 69cc chambers and a tiny flat tappet cam. This engine has more potential due to it's larger displacement but you'll have to replace the whole top end to see it.
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Thanx conanski. I kind of knew the answer, but I needed confirmation. If I can save some cheddar on the engine and make the sameish horsepower, that frees up $ for more goodies.
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