I have killed 2, 2.9L engines in my bronco II and im sick of the 2.9 and i would like to swap a 351W because who wouldnt, however, i think im going to put that off until i can afford the 351W, allthough for now i want to swap a 4.0L into it and i found an old sherriff's explorer that was rolled with low miles and a good engine however there asking $700 for the engine, all the accessories, the wiring harness, and computer, however, i would like to buy a explorer for its springs and axles. my problem is that i cannot seem to find anything for cheap around here i live in new mexico so everyone tries to charge as much as they can and i do not think i can find a donor for under $1000 so what should i do and is the 4.0 swap worth it.

 

Well I know alot of ranger and B2 owners that have skipped right over the 4.0 and went to the 302. I am told that the only real difference between the 351 and the 302 is deck height. I have spoke to my Dad about our plans for the conversion on the B2, and have agreed that if I would go to a V8 (which I am not) I would definately go for a 302. I think the application of a 302 along with readily accessable after-market parts and abundance of the engine itself you have a more fun time in the long run with a 302. Just my 2 cents.


Rock
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Ford Racing has designed several “Ford Racing”
blocks for maximum performance competition.
They’re designed for small block engine builders
who want to use existing 302/351C or 351W
components. 302/351 Ford Racing engines
constructed with Ford Racing block and
Ford Racing cylinder heads are not available
as complete assemblies.
When ordering parts, consider these key points:
• 302 Ford Racing Block (M-6010-R302)
– can be used with all 289/302/302 BOSS
applications.
• 351 Ford Racing Blocks (M-6010-E351
thru M-6010-W351) – can be used with all
production 351W applications, except those
relating to crankshaft main bearing diameter.
The 351 Ford Racing block is machined for
the smaller 351C type bearings. Ford Racing
crankshafts feature the smaller 351C main
journals that are compatible with these blocks.
The block is available in two deck heights
(9.500" and 9.200"), so either Windsor or
Cleveland components can be used topside.
Requires 289/302/351W type camshaft.
• If 302/351 Ford Racing heads are used on
302/351 Ford Racing blocks, the Ford Racing
type intake manifolds are required.