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1999 ford explorer engine into 1989 mustang gt or would it not work or worth the time
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Different oil pan and front cover. Will need gt40-p specific headers too
Did anyone notice he said a 1999 explorer engine. That would be a 4.6
not a simple swap
Did anyone notice he said a 1999 explorer engine. That would be a 4.6
not a simple swap
You are incorrect sir. 5.0
Ahhh i see. Well when did they start putting the 4.6 into exploders
ahhh i see. Well when did they start putting the 4.6 into exploders
2002
1999 ford explorer engine into 1989 mustang gt or would it not work or worth the time

Well worth the time and effort.

You will want a different cam / valvesprings as the Explorer cams were designed for lower rpm than your Mustang.

Many people perform this swap. Expect good results.
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