302 in 77mgb
I just aquired a 77mgb and after driving it for about 2 week Ive decided the stock 4 banger just doesnt have enough balls for me. Ive seen many pictures and videos of people putting ford 302s in these little cars. i was wondering if someone could point me in the right direction in which to get started. I have the car and the motor. I just need to kniw how to mate the 2 together... please help....
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rficalora Rob Ficalora Willis, TX (2764 posts) Registered: 10/24/2007 02:46PM Main British Car: '76 MGB w/CB front, Sebring rear, early metal dash Ford 302 |
Re: 302 in 77mgb
Contact Pete Mantell -- info here... [www.britishv8.org]
Pete has a kit with the front crossmember modified for oil pan clearance & motor mounts attached, headers, & trans cross member. |
Moderator Curtis Jacobson Portland Oregon (4577 posts) Registered: 10/12/2007 02:16AM Main British Car: 71 MGBGT, Buick 215 |
Re: 302 in 77mgb
Check the article archives here: [www.britishv8.org] There are many articles about Ford conversions, including three or four by Pete. You'll also find photos of headers made specifically for the job and sold by Ted Lathrop at FastCars. (The FastCars front suspension can also be ordered with motor mounts for a Ford 302 pre-installed.)
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MGB SS Joe Schafer Central Michigan (150 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 06:46AM Main British Car: 1971 Mgb 1991 5.0 Ford |
Re: 302 in 77mgb
Welcome Luke
Your opening statement about the pitiful 4 banger is rite on The 302 swap a great idea, and a lot of work, my advise is read every 302 "How it was done" article on this site, write down all of your questions ask on here and re-read above mention articles. A phone call to both above mentioned Companies is also a great idea after putting your list of questions together. Again welcome and have fun with it |