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manmerc5519

03-12-2017 07:59 PM

302 into 1953 ford

I am sorry about the mix up I meant to say 1953 instead of 54 ,but what I want to really know is which motor should I get 302 or 360 for the 53 . don't know yet if butch makes a conversion kit for the 360

1931flathead

03-12-2017 08:16 PM

Re: 302 into 1953 ford

302 is far a better motor

JSeery

03-12-2017 08:16 PM

Re: 302 into 1953 ford

Think you might do better asking on the HAMB.

Jeff/Illinois

03-12-2017 08:32 PM

Re: 302 into 1953 ford

We had a 302 in a '37 Ford pickup years ago, worked great and fit nicely too. Hope this helps.

A big block 360 FE motor will be a tighter squeeze.

Ol' Ron

03-12-2017 08:50 PM

Re: 302 into 1953 ford

I had one in a 52 PU. Fit like a glove. C4 and 8" with 3.06. Great driver, quick with good mielage. Doz this belong on the HAmb??

Jack E/NJ

03-12-2017 09:40 PM

Re: 302 into 1953 ford

Ol'Ron>>>Doz this belong on the HAmb?? >>>

Well, it's not an SBC. So I guess, yes. Did I guess right? 8^) Jack E/NJ

paul2748

03-13-2017 07:55 PM

Re: 302 into 1953 ford

I would go with the 302. Kits are available to install. I few mods to the engine and it will be a screamer.

Milt/Las Vegas

03-16-2017 10:08 AM

Re: 302 into 1953 ford

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Originally Posted by paul2748 (Post 1442312)

I would go with the 302. Kits are available to install. I few mods to the engine and it will be a screamer.

You will need a rear sump pan from a pickup or van,be sure to get the special main bearing bolt with a 3/8 ths. stud purtruding from the head of the main bearing bolt and the dipstick and tube.

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