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Old Jan 1, 2004 | 11:59 AM
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i have a 1985 ford f250 with a 460 in it the 460 is on its last leg but i have a 1981 f250 with a 351m in it the 351m is in good conidition will it bolt up? both have a auto trans and are 4 wheel drive.
 
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Old Jan 1, 2004 | 12:08 PM
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Yes I am pretty sure the 351M will bolt up, where do you live I need some 460 parts,
Tony
 
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Old Jan 1, 2004 | 12:31 PM
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well i live in norwood mo that is about 60 miles east of springfield mo so you think it will bolt up with out any major problems? josh
 
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Old Jan 1, 2004 | 12:41 PM
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it'll mate right to your trannny. Just use the converter from the truck with the 351m so you know it'll mate right. You'll also need to use the Frame motor perches from the 351m truck and you'll be pretty much set.
 
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Old Jan 1, 2004 | 12:46 PM
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cool beans!! thanks a bunch
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