How To Swap Ford Modular Engines Into Mustangs, Torinos, & More By CarTech Books
If you've dreamed of keeping the classic looks of your car, but upgrading the power with a modern Ford modular engine, (for impressive performance and improved economy) here's the book that will show you how to get it done. This Cartech guide: How to Swap Ford Modular Engines into Mustangs, Torinos and More has the answers you need. It contains almost 150 pages of great text explanations and instructions. Those directions have been thoughtfully paired with 400 beautiful photographs and charts, so you'll have a complete look at what is required!
Dave Stribling is the author of this book and he is an expert with regards to Ford modular engine swaps. His shop has gained valuable experience putting these big engines into trucks, muscle cars and classic Mustangs. In addition to writing for multiple Mustang magazines, he also sells products which he has developed for Ford modular engine swaps.
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How to Swap Ford Modular Engines into Mustangs, Torinos and More will demonstrate how to perform wiring harness adaptations, as well as critical modifications to shock towers. You'll be able to take the classic lines of vehicles such as 1964 1/2 - 1973 Mustangs, Fox-body Mustangs, hot rods, trucks and more and power them with new technology. It's the best of both worlds. Although modular Ford engines are powerful, and offer such things as modern reliability, etc., they are physically huge. To properly execute the swap, you will need a complete plan. Due to the large size of these engines, you may need to relocate or modify such items as steering rods, steering boxes, brake boosters and others. This book has the answers for you, and it also addresses modifications to shock towers on many popular classic Fords.
Modular engines incorporate an overhead cam design. They are capable of tremendous horsepower levels. There are 4.6, 5.0, 5.2, 5.4 and 5.8 liter displacements. There are 2-, 3- and 4-valve versions and you can find donor engines in running cars, salvage yards and offered as crate engines.
After a brief introduction, you'll "get to the gold" with the following chapters: modular engines: a brief history, modular engine features and identification, installing the modular engine in a project car, powertrain control modules and wiring, intakes and induction, fuel systems, cooling, ignition and engine systems, transmission and drivetrain, exhaust system, and startup tips for success. There is also a handy glossary and source guide.
To give you an idea of what is available in these chapters, here is a look at the contents of Chapter 3: Installing the Modular Engine in a Project Car. You'll find these topics: engine dimensions and weights, frame versus unibody, front suspension systems, guidelines for selecting the right suspension, early Mustang suspension, Mustang II suspension, strut suspensions, Fox-body Mustangs and Thunderbirds, other designs, engine mounts, isolators, oiling system, steering system, power brakes, swap spotlight: One Bad Kat.
When you're ready to get serious about your Ford modular engine swap, this is the definitive guide for how to get it done. Save yourself money, time and headaches. Let the experts walk you through the process of how to bring your beloved classic into the modern times.
Subject: How To Swap Ford Modular Engines Into Mustangs, Torinos, & More. ISBN-10: 1613255780 | ISBN-13: 9781613255780 | CarTech Books SA381P
