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Old Dec 15, 2001 | 11:10 PM
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swapping a 300 6?

which engine would you guys suggest i put in my 78 ford f100. it has the original 300 6 and i would like a little more power out of it. i do a lot of highway driving, so the extra power is needed.
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Old Dec 15, 2001 | 11:39 PM
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swapping a 300 6?

351 windsor no question. Good HP and torque and still has small block gas mileage
 
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swapping a 300 6?

For your situation a windsor will definitely give you the most bang for your buck.
 
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thanks for your input guys
 
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Old Dec 17, 2001 | 10:32 PM
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swapping a 300 6?

What about a 302? should be better mileage, and still good power.
 
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swapping a 300 6?

A 302 would give better mileage than 351W, but he wanted more power than the 300-6. In a truck application, a 302 will not add much useable & dependable power over the six like a 351W will.
 
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swapping a 300 6?

id sujest a 429 boss but if u can find 1 for under the price of a new truck
 
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