First question about engine

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  1. JonathanHansen

    JonathanHansen New Member

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    I have a 1973 mercury comet and it has the 302 in it but it has I've 120,000 miles on it and so some day I want to either overhaul it or put a new engine in it. So my question is, when I do that, can I fit a 454 or similar engine in it? I believe it would be fun to have a bigger engine in it. Any help you can give would be appreciated. Thank you!
     
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    Other than the small blocks, nothing fits in the engine bay of a Maverick/Comet without mods... Unless you have good fabrication skills or a mountain of cash, forget the big blocks...
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    "I believe it would be fun to have a bigger engine in it."
    are you looking at...more HP or just bigger engine?
     
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    Red1972Grabber Hangtown Hot Rods-NorCal

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    Yeah,notch the shock towers & put a big cube 351w in it,lighter & w/ a good set of alum. hds,will make just as much power as the chebby & you still have a FORD.:dancing:
     
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