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Old Oct 21, 2013 | 12:59 PM
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want to put fe 390 in 1978 4x4 that has 300 6 cylinder. motor mounts are not the same . the 6 cyl. stands are welded to frame. what to do?
 
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can i cut old out and build new, or do they make after market stands
 
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I would probably cut them out and find a set of 360/390 fe engine perches. Then bolt them on.
 
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This isn't an answer to your question but I figured i'd post it anyway for general information purposes...

Comparison Photos of Engine Perches - FORDification.com
 
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Good info. Learn something new everyday.
 
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Originally Posted by TOMMY MAT
want to put fe 390 in 1978 4x4 that has 300 6 cylinder. motor mounts are not the same .

the 6 cyl. stands are welded to frame. what to do?
A previous owner welded them, FoMoCo absolutely did not.

Left: 1977/79 F150 4WD 300 I-6 & 351M/400 / Right: 1974/76 F100/150 4WD 360 ~ 390's not installed in 4WD's.
 
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new question wanna put a 1970 sportcoustom body on 1978 f150 4x4 frame any input?
 
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