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Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
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n8diz
Joined: Mon Nov 26, 2018 12:36 pm Posts: 2 Location: Thornton
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Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
Hey guys, I am looking to buy a crate 302 for my '69. I have been looking online but I am pretty green to buying a motor and honestly not to sure what I really need. This will be a daily driver for my wife so I don't want to spend an arm and a leg if i don't need to. Any suggestions?
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Mon Mar 25, 2019 10:59 am |
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ZOSO
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Joined: Mon Nov 15, 2010 5:58 pm Posts: 3906 Location: Henderson, Co
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Re: Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
Look at blueprint. They build a bronco specific 302
_________________ Rob
74 Ranger EFI351w, 4r70w, ARB 5.13 9in, ARB 5.13D44, and a bunch of other goodies. Best of all the family memories.
04 Mustang Cobra, KenneBell 2.2 feeding a lot of boost on E85. Tire shredding machine
New project: 77 Bronco Ranger, body work and more body work.
Very little left of a 72 durango tan explorer sport
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Mon Mar 25, 2019 7:41 pm |
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pgilbeau
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Joined: Sun Jul 07, 2013 6:06 pm Posts: 639 Location: Falcon, CO
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Re: Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
_________________ 1969 Bronco: Full widths, 3 linked front end, 37's, hydro-boost, 4x4x2 box, ZF5, Atlas t-case, and fuel injected 302
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Mon Mar 25, 2019 7:44 pm |
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RJLougee
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Joined: Thu Sep 30, 2010 1:40 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0 Location: Falcon, CO
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Re: Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
Personally, and I know it's not the original question, but I never, ever, recommend a 302 to anyone who needs to repower their Bronco. The 351W is just a much better engine in an EB.
Yes, I run a 5.0 in one rig, but it weighs 2700#, not 4700# like most trail rig EBs.
Yes, it can be a bit more expensive for some specific builds; however, totally worth it. With a carb or FITECH setup, pretty much even cost.
As for where to get one, assuming you're doing the labor, Blueprint, Jasper, ATK, etc... are all good choices. Summit Racing is a major vendor who sells many of those.
And there are several local vendors who build quality engines, can't tell where you are from your sig. HTH, Joe
_________________ '70 Bronco, MAF 5.0, NP435, D44/9", 4.10s, 33" MT/Rs, PS/PB '71 Bronco, HP D60, Hi-9, 5.38/ARBs, 101" WB, 408 Stroker, AOD, Atlas, 40" MT/Rs, PiMP EFI. '78 F150 SWB/Stepside/4WD, 351W/4R100/NP205, 35" KM2s, under const... '81 Coachman Caper XL MH, 4WD, EFI 460/ZF/BW1356, D44/Sterling, 4.10s/35s, under const... '83 Bronco, D60/Sterling, 5.13/ARBs, MAF EFI 351W/ZF/BW1356, 37" MT/Rs. '12 Buggy, HPD60, Hi-9, 4.10s, Explorer 5.0, Atlas 4-speed, my chassis, EB skins. And the latest project is a '99 Ranger Extra-Cab, custom frame/tube work, on 40s...
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Mon Mar 25, 2019 8:11 pm |
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Digger
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Joined: Fri Jun 21, 2013 8:53 pm Posts: 1276
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Re: Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
I would 2nd going with a 351W. Not only a bigger, torquey'r engine, it has bigger bearings, rods, etc. It can run at higher power levels for longer without failure.
_________________ Cummins R2.8 diesel, ZF5, AtlasII, HP44/BB9, ARBs, coiled / linked suspension, 37" KO2s, full cage, bumpers, etc. Build Thread:
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Tue Mar 26, 2019 7:34 pm |
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n8diz
Joined: Mon Nov 26, 2018 12:36 pm Posts: 2 Location: Thornton
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Re: Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
Thanks guys. I'll keep you posted
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Wed Mar 27, 2019 4:59 am |
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Stubborn3
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Joined: Mon Sep 17, 2012 3:09 am Posts: 174 Location: Denver/Leadville, Coloradical
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Re: Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
With all the install support do a 351w. I have a great 351c but it’s big in weird places and is more work for the same gain I’d assume
_________________ '72 sport, 351 Cleveland, NP435, twin-sticked 20, unknown lift- if any, 35" KM2s siped by B.O.B, custom rust and dents, 2 kid seats.
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Tue Apr 02, 2019 1:15 pm |
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mickphatmac
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Joined: Fri Mar 16, 2012 10:26 am Posts: 1810 Images: 14 Location: Evans,CO
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Re: Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
_________________ 1968 3.5" Lift on 31's Front serpentine belt ViperBuilt 4x4x2 PS C4 '66 Speedo '66 Horn Button- STROPPE goodies: Steering Wheel, Roll Bar, Cactus Smasher SOLD :(1972 Explorer Sport - '66 Eyebrow Grill - '66 Speedometer - Stroppe Steering Wheel - Stroppe RollBar - ViperBuilt C4
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Tue Apr 02, 2019 2:23 pm |
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RondaTheBronco
Joined: Mon Oct 15, 2018 10:13 am Posts: 1
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Re: Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
I am in a similar boat, but mine is a '77 and subject to smog inspections. So I am guessing my best bet to get some power, and still pass the visual test is to get a blueprint 302 with EFI and keep the smog pump and other components. Anyone recommend a shop that could a swap like this in the Louisville area?
Thanks
_________________ 1977 Ford Bronco Ranger, 302 EFI, Disk Brakes, cut fenders, 32" MTs, and all stock interior.
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Thu Apr 18, 2019 8:57 pm |
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Rox Crusher
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Joined: Sun Oct 10, 2010 5:36 pm Posts: 3980 Location: Roxborough Park, Colorado
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Re: Looking to buy a crate 302 for my 69
_________________ 1977 Sport, 351w OBDII EFI motor, 4R70W auto, 4:88 gears, ARB lockers, 3.5" suspension, 33" tires.
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