I am looking to put a motor in a 1983 Thunderbird and i am interested to know if a 351 Winsdor motor(5.7L) High Output motor would fit and bolt up in this car?

Asked by timmea11 Dec 14, 2013 at 12:23 PM about the 1983 Ford Thunderbird Heritage Coupe RWD

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J answered 11 years ago

yes. might need more then your thinking but yes.

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Tracy answered 11 years ago

You may need to look up some Mustang Forums. I'm sure it's been done but I don't know what it takes.

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Mike answered 11 years ago

Check height clearances. The 351 is a taller deck engine than the 302. Done right, it will be fantastic, as the 351 can return gas mileage that makes you think it is an economy car!

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