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5.0 w manual tranny in a 2.9L A4LD


softshellcrab

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I would like to consider a complete swap of a 5.0 w manual trans into my '90 super cab w a A4LD. I am willing to change everything out from stock, in other words, clean out the hole to get one to fit. Has anyone completed a project like this one? I have access to several late model 5.0's most with auto's. I'm not wanting to deal with the issues of computers talking from the tranny to the engine. In fact, I would prefer a situation that gives me complete control over ignition, inspiration, etc., much like a racing machine. I have a 6" lift and it is a 2 WD. I have a rear end that compensates for the lift.
 


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M5OD-R2 from a 1997-2008 F-150 with 4.2l V6 will bolt up to a 5.0l(302), and shifter is within 2" of Ranger M5OD-R1 shifter location

M5OD-R2 was used with the 5.0l from 1988 to 1996 but the shifter was farther forward, it can work with custom bent and welded shift arm :)
 

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M5OD-R2 from a 1997-2008 F-150 with 4.2l V6 will bolt up to a 5.0l(302), and shifter is within 2" of Ranger M5OD-R1 shifter location

M5OD-R2 was used with the 5.0l from 1988 to 1996 but the shifter was farther forward, it can work with custom bent and welded shift arm :)
Have you done this type of conversion? Or any other?
 

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I've done it and my build thread is below. I used the M5ODR2 from a 1994 F-150 with the 5.0 and 3" body lift with flat plate engine mounts. My shifter is as far forward as you can get and works just fine using the F-150 shifter. Mine is a 4X4 so there are a few differences. Good luck.
 

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