What engine new engine can go in a 1966 thinderbird?

Asked by Guru6Q3F2 Mar 27, 2020 at 12:48 PM about the 1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Hardtop Coupe RWD

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What newer engines can go in a 1966 thunderbird

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F_O_R answered 4 years ago

Only an engine of the same design (FE) would "bolt in". You will seriously devalue your car by installing any engine other than the original.

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Sebastian answered about a year ago

I own a 66 Thunderbird......If I wanted more power would after market engine upgrades be difficult?

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