Best engine replacement for 1982 f250 2 wheel drive 400 to get better highway speeds
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Asked by Jet757 Jun 11, 2018 at 12:58 AM about the 1982 Ford F-250 XLT Extended Cab LB

Question type: General

I have 1982 f250 2 wheel drive 400 engine with 3
speed auto with 410 rear end. . I want to get better
highway speeds. Can I replace with 460 and then
what trany?

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F_O_R answered 6 years ago

I would go with a different rear axle ratio such as 3.73. A 460 with a 4.10 won't gain you any speed and it will be a gas hog. An AODE would give you over drive which would also be good for speed and fuel economy.

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