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It's a very popular swap, almost a bolt-in. Do a search of the forums, it's been covered many times before and there are even some web sites that detail the steps. Planning it myself for my '89, just looking for a suitable engine right now. -TD
I said ALMOST a bolt-in...there are of course a few things that may need to be massaged a bit, such as the A/C evaperator core box, if you have A/C.
Here are a few links with some details. Good luck. -TD
I have a 1983 Ranger with a 302 in it. The heater box housing needs a little bit of massaging but a 302 fits nicely. My engine is equipped with headers and they clear the frame rails by about 3/4".
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