Do you think it is possible

Intel486 · 01-26-02, 09:50

to make my 4.6l V8 F-150 XLT extended cab faster than a Lightning?

bretfraz · 01-27-02, 10:21

I don't see a problem with this at all.

Start with a decent motor. I like Ford's 514 CID crate motor. Part number M-6007-C514.

600HP @ 6250RPM - 590 ft/lbs. of torque at 4750RPM.

MSRP - $3395.00

Drop in a built C6, a new rear end, upgrade the brakes and suspension, and you've got a Lightning killer.

Intel486 · 01-27-02, 04:48

Only 3k for an engine that does 600hp? Ghaa the crate motors I've seen are like 8k and they do 400hp.

How can i find out if that motor will fit in my truck? or can my truck just be changed to fit the motor.

What is built C6

Edit: You think that 600hp engine would twist my frame?

bretfraz · 01-27-02, 05:27

I found that for you in Ford Racing's 2002 Performance Parts catalog. The price came from the Ford price list included.

You may want to go to your dealer and get one. Or go to www.fordracing.com/performanceparts

A C6 is Ford's heavy duty 3-speed automatic.

I think frame twist is almost guaranteed. But that might be a good thing depending on how your rear susp. is setup.

Intel486 · 01-27-02, 06:03

Why would fram twisting be a good thing?

How can I make sure that engine will fit into the truck? or can the mounts just be redone to accept the engine?

PrinzII · 01-28-02, 03:50

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Originally posted by Intel486
Why would fram twisting be a good thing?

How can I make sure that engine will fit into the truck? or can the mounts just be redone to accept the engine?

Let me put it this way. I know for a fact that there will have to be more modifications than the motor mounts. You might have to do some custom items here and there and those can cost you some serious dough. Then what if you decide to change the internals of the motor? That's even more $$.

Don't get me wrong, I am not trying to dissuade you from this but I am just letting you know that the project you are considering undertaking is going to be an expensive one.

What I would suggest is going to a local speed/performance shop and asking questions.

Trust me, frame twisting is definitely not a good thing.