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New Engine
I just purchased a 2002 F-150 XLT. The only issue I have with it is that it has a V6. I would like to drop in a V8 but I am not sure what I should consider before I do that.
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02 F-150
4X2
5 speed
Let me know if I should provide anymore details.
Thanks!
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02 F-150
4X2
5 speed
Let me know if I should provide anymore details.
Thanks!
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Joined: Aug 2002
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From: BC, Canada
Hi jcwatts and welcome to FTE 
Swapping in a V8 is a pretty big job.
You have to replace almost everything under the hood.
The transmission wont bolt up, the accessories such as PS pump, AC compressor, alternator wont fit, the wiring is all different, the exhaust wont work etc.
Unless you have a donor truck with all the parts you'll need it probably will be more work that it's worth.
Swapping in a V8 is a pretty big job.
You have to replace almost everything under the hood.
The transmission wont bolt up, the accessories such as PS pump, AC compressor, alternator wont fit, the wiring is all different, the exhaust wont work etc.
Unless you have a donor truck with all the parts you'll need it probably will be more work that it's worth.
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Joined: Apr 2004
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From: East haven ct
its way toooooo much work unless you want to do it just to say you did it. but when done the insurance will still be based on the v6. ins co's will only go off vin #. did this to a mustang. took 6months by my self spent many days parts scouting. doner truck the way to go. Great way to learn every thing about entire truck hope you are a good trouble shooter. or lucky. Idrove the 150 4.2 and knew that wasnt enough for me got the 2001 5.4 scab lariat flareside and love it. trade it in make life easy.
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