302 to 250 swap

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  1. randytatum

    randytatum Member

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    i got another 73 2 door comet this weekend and the motor is messed up.. its a 302... now i got another car 76 4 door comet body is rusted like hell but the motor is perfect and its a straight 6 250 .. is there anything i would run into that's different or is it going to be a easy swap...
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    if both engines are complete...should be a snap...:thumbs2:
     
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    yeah that one is an easy swap. the 302 and the 250 share the same bell housing. just remember you need the 6 cylinder motor mounts off of the parts car.
     
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    Thats all I needed to know..... Thanks a bunch
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    You will need a bunch of parts....motor mounts, frame mounts, gas cable, etc. Luckily.....you will have all the parts you need.
     
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    would you sell you your motor frame mounts?
     
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