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78- 289 conversion swap...
« on: May 11, 2012, 10:49:46 AM »
I have the 78 Pinto with the 2.3 motor and trannie removed.  I have a 66 289 (getting rebuilt) with a 4 speed T10 from a 66 Mustang. 

I need help getting the motor and transmission installed in the car.  I am not sure where to start to look for motor mounts etc.  I am at a loss.

I purchased a manual from ebay which really didn't tell me anything I don't already know.

I need pictures showing placement, motor mounts etc. 

Any help and direction would be greatly appreciated.  My son has a 78 also and has a 302 to put in his car.

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Wayne - Chesapeake VA

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Re: 78- 289 conversion swap...
« Reply #1 on: May 11, 2012, 09:18:34 PM »
Here is a 78 swap:  http://www.fordpinto.com/your-project/78-302-swap-in-progress/


Here is 6 pages of info:  http://www.fordpinto.com/your-project/302-motor-mounting/

Lots of other info on ths topic here. Just read through this section & use the search & you will find so much info it will make you cross eyed !  ;D

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