Question: 302HO Swap

[Do0meR]

I have posted a few threads regarding the whole v8 conversion topic, I have been wanting to do it for a few years now just havnt had the time or broccoli to do it. SO, that being said, this project is coming in the near future to do this and I know I plan on putting a 302 in my 1993 Ranger.

Here is my question:
302HO engine, I have been told that this engine operates on the opposite side of the engine. I don't know if that makes any sense, but a motorist here in town said an HO engine is more work than an origional 302 because the transmission needs to be relocated.

I have read a few threads here going over the topic but I have never read any problems regarding this matter.

Any advice would help.

And for the record, I have no picked out a transmission yet, although I do have a scrap 1990 F-150 I was planning on taking the transmission and transfercase from. And possibly the axles.

Cheers

 

[Twisted_Steel]

The 302 HO is the same externally as a non-HO engine. The firing order on a 302 HO is the same as a 351 Windsor.. The HO uses roller lifters and cam. The transmission that fits a 302 will fit all the engines in that "family" of engines.. ie 300-I6, 289, 302 (HO and non HO), 351 Windsor and Cleveland. Your "motorist" friend is a dumbass.

 

[Do0meR]

hahaha! thanks T. It was just some guy who over heard me talking at the gas station. but it is good to know that it is of the same difficulty as a non-HO engine. I was just gonna put the 302 that is my scrap 1990 f150 but a HO would be funner. The truck is gonna be a mud truck, so i just want a v-8 in general.

Thanks again,
Devin