460 swap from 351m

Discussion in 'Ranchero Tech Reference & Articles' started by JerryDaWolfman, May 6, 2021.

  1. JerryDaWolfman

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    Hey guys and gals! I’m starting the process on doing a 460 swap on my 75 Ranchero GT 351m and was wondering what can be used from the old motor and what I need new? Thanks in advance
     
  2. aquartlow

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    Distributor, maybe the accelerator cable and vacuum hoses. Not much swaps from 351M to 460, at least your C6 trans will bolt up. I will say do yourself a favor and FIND some original 460 motor mounts-the complete set.
     
  3. JerryDaWolfman

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    Crites sells the set so I’ll get those. Now I gotta find the accessorie brackets for the alt and power steering.
     
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    If you go the Crites route, just know their mounts change the location of the engine in relation to the chassis. IIRC, they drop the engine 1/4-3/8 of an inch and as you may know with installing headers EVERY 1/16 of an inch counts. Good luck with your swap.
     
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    Yo, Wolfman! There you are! Do you have any pics of your rig?
     
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