What is the biggest engine i can put into my '78 ford f-150 ranger
Asked by Arseniozanca Aug 25, 2017 at 10:49 AM about the 1978 Ford F-150
Question type: Maintenance & Repair
I have a 1978 ford f-150 ranger and am
starting to do repairs and restore it but i
have no clue what the engine is in it
currently as i got this truck from my father in
law after he passed and i dont kno much
bout it. I would like to swap out the old
engine in it for a brand new one just like im
going to do with all the parts in the truck but
idk what is the biggest engine i can put into
it.
4 Answers
you should consider researching 302 crate motors, they also have retro-fitted kits that can help you mount it right. If you go that route, youll must likely have to swap your trans and rear too
Check the motorcraft website. You may be able to get a remanufactured engine with 100K warranty if you want to keep it original.
302 would be my choice...kits are available to help and make it relatively easy. In reality you can install a 460 V-8 or any motor you like...your limitations are time and money and it may take a lot of both. Simplest solution is the same size motor that is in the truck now. 302 swap is probably the most common swap besides motors that came in the truck from the factory. You will need a compatible transmission...the rear end will work if you as long as you don't abuse it but it may require some new U-Joints and/or driveshaft.
