thinking about an engine swap.

[60sec_assassin]

Think she is close to the end of her run, 183,000miles and counting. Been thinking of swapping out the engine...04 cobra, stroker kit? Anyone done any swaps? Just looking for some ideas,that will work. currently have DR vortec air-to-air set up and of course I want to stay S/C....any suggestions?:dunno:

[MOTOWN]

I would put a crate motor in it and be done! a stroker kit sounds nice, but the cost of building a motor has just become far too exspensive!

I bought an Aluminator 10.1cr long block just before they were discontinued

[CWright]

MMR makes a great motor. This below is 6499.00

http://www.modularmustangracing.com/

MMR Street Mod 900 4V Longblock

This forged MMR longblock can handle up to 900HP. They include the MMR
Street Mod 900 shortblock (http://www.modularmustangracing.com/prod_shortblocks.htm) with Manley Forged Pistons, 4340 MMR
Forged H-Beam Rods w/ARP bolts, forged crankshaft fully balanced and
blueprinted in a Brand new 03/O4 Cobra Block, and fully assembled with new 03/04 Cobra heads , ARP head studs, MMR/Felpro head gaskets,
and a High Volume oil pump.
1 year warranty

Options:
Upgrade to BOSS 302 Iron block (will produce 5.0 Liters) +$999.99
Brand New Current production Aluminum Block + $900
Upgrade to Stroker 900S shortblock (Produces 5.0 Liters or 5.3 with BOSS 302 Block)+ $400
Add FR500 Camshaft +$899 or Comp cams Stage1-3 for $1149.99
Add all timing chains, lifters, rockers,
Tensioners and assemble, and time cams +$599
Upgrade to Stainless Steel Valves +$369.99
Upgrade to Comp Valve Springs (required for High RPM/ non-factory cams)+369.99
Upgrade to MMR Street/Racing Oil pump +$99
Upgrade to Stage 1 Ported Heads +$799
Upgrade to Stage 2 Ported Heads +$899
Upgrade to Stage 3 Ported Heads +$999

Add ARP Main Studs +$169
Add MMR 7qrt Street/Racing Oil Pan +$229
Upgrade to ARP 2000 Rod bolts +$99
Upgrade to Ford GT/Cobra R heads +$600

[Mike M]

Just put a 3.80 forged crank and good pistons and rods in it. Freshen the heads and your done. You already have a aluminum block. You can get the parts and bring it all to a good builder. Might as well go .020 over as well.

[Spectragod]

Just put a 3.80 forged crank and good pistons and rods in it. Freshen the heads and your done. You already have a aluminum block. You can get the parts and bring it all to a good builder. Might as well go .020 over as well.


Most builders who are worth a hoot are busy, and won't stand behind a build with your parts. Looking at MMR's prices, Lidio may be a little cheaper, as long as you can wait to get it done, his shop is always stacked up with work, you will be in a holding pattern for sure.

[jflave]

Most builders who are worth a hoot are busy, and won't stand behind a build with your parts. Looking at MMR's prices, Lidio may be a little cheaper, as long as you can wait to get it done, his shop is always stacked up with work, you will be in a holding pattern for sure. Not a bad idea, its a long winter. :)

[ctrlraven]

Going to have Blown3.8 do my swap and his recommend machine shop do the stroker kit for my car.

[sailsmen]

The numbers I have seen posted the stroker is not worth the costs.

If it is still available and they will take your core look into a Ford 03/04 Cobra Reman.

You would not believe the number of members that have had "problems" with motors from various non Ford builders. Most members that have had problems don't post it up in hopes the seller will make good.

[ctrlraven]

The numbers I have seen posted the stroker is not worth the costs.

If it is still available and they will take your core look into a Ford 03/04 Cobra Reman.

You would not believe the number of members that have had "problems" with motors from various non Ford builders. Most members that have had problems don't post it up in hopes the seller will make good.
And the 03/04 cobra reman is really only good for a car that already has boost or will be boosted because of the iron block weight increase and low compression. I am going with a stroker because I plan on staying NA. For a few bucks more the stroker is worth it to me instead of staying at the stock ci. Might as well get what I can out of it if I am going to rebuild it.

[sailsmen]

Yes, the 03/04 Cobra Motor was built for an S/C. Ford built it as strong as they could.

Good luck with your rebuild.

[LANDY]

It all comes in your power goals. The guys succesfully running 1000RHWP plus usually have stock bore and stroke with great heads and cams and alot of boost.

[sailsmen]

In 66K miles and 50+ 1/4 passes at ~542RWHP my Ford Reman '03 Cobra Long Block hasn't blown yet!:D