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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 06:49 AM
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300 vs 302

have a 81 step side,with a 300 auto (c4) ,runs great,have a 302 out of a 91 mustang,should I swap out or build the 6 , let me know what you guys think, The only thing to change is the towers,right ??
 
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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 09:36 AM
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Definitly go with the 302. Everything should work except for the mounts.
 
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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 10:31 AM
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what are you wanting to do with your truck. if its 4wd i would leave the 300-6 in . if your wanting to build a race truck then the 302 would work better.
 
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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 05:47 PM
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will the flex plate and torque converter work from the inline 6 ,the only thing to change is the towers and mounts,right,
 
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the flex plate wont. but you didnt answer my question.
the 300 will last longer and produces better low end torque. it also gets better mpg.

the 302 really is best left in a car. its hi reving nature is best suited there. but for a truck isnt necessary or needed.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2005 | 05:41 AM
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not using the truck for pulling,just want a good looking truck that sounds good and moves, will the torque converter work?
 
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Old Sep 28, 2005 | 09:45 AM
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yes the torque converter should work but if it has hi miles you now would be a good time to upgrade it especially if your gonna hot rod it a bit
 
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