Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

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Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #30 – March 18, 2009, 10:59:54 AM

i got a complete upper gasket set for 80 bucks, and it came with stem seals n stuff, but the ho heads are different i suppose.......

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #31 – March 18, 2009, 11:10:27 AM

The upper kit will still work the same.You're good.When you swap the heads,make sure the mating surfaces of the heads and block are SUPER clean.Take your time and prep everything the right way.Don't get in a hurry,or you may end up doing the job twice.Oh,pics will be needed throughout the process.Sorry,it's the rules.

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #32 – March 18, 2009, 11:14:44 AM

Yes sir!!!! pics will go up as it gets done, and as i aquire parts......the last thing i want is to go through all this and have to s it all........

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #33 – March 18, 2009, 03:40:07 PM

Go back for the cam. Nice job! 85,000 get the block.

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #34 – March 18, 2009, 09:37:37 PM

The short block would be nice if it fits your budget.

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #35 – March 19, 2009, 05:32:38 PM

The E7TE, is on the underside of the head.

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #36 – March 19, 2009, 06:47:40 PM

Quote from: vinnietbird;262304

If the heads came from a Mark VII,they will work fine on your 5.0,even if your car doesn't have valve reliefs.As long as you're using the H.O cam,no worries.

Don't forget the 88 and up Mark VIIs came with E7 heads. The 86-87 Mark VIIs with a HO came with the same py E6 heads these cars had stock ;)

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #37 – March 19, 2009, 07:14:33 PM

you can also get the heads off a fuel injected 5.0 ford truck and 91-93 cougars/thunderbirds as well as any 87-95 mustang. I would be looking at explorers if I was going to do a whole engine. Just drop it in and slap your timing cover on and go.Better heads, intake, and should be the same basic block as a mustang. Then you just need the cam.

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #38 – March 19, 2009, 08:01:55 PM

I already have the cam, gt40 intake (non tubular im betting), 1.7 rockers, and lifters on the way as we speak, the hedders are getting sandblasted and powdercoated, the valve covers are getting polished, and the intake will be painted or polished...... the only things i need now are the computer and injectors.........(and install all this stuff) the new thread will be on the way as soon as my parts are gathered, so ill keep you posted,.....
On a side note........ actually being able to get out and work on my car has me so pumped,....i think its gunna be pretty sweet!!!! the last time i drove it, it had a bad trans that slipped in every gear, has a really leaky ps pump, burnt valves, dont know how many yet, taken aprt dash and mismatched fenders and colors...hell.... i couldnt even get the tire to spin on a rainy day,.... i know driving the car is going to put the biggest cheesiest smile on my face,.........
i cant wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #39 – March 19, 2009, 08:33:03 PM

Maybe a tranny is in order too?

Gt40 or Gt40p? Which head to use with stock block?

Reply #40 – March 20, 2009, 07:44:09 AM

already have one.......

with Bout 27k on it.....,..... i know the block would be nice,... but with all the stuff im doing, the block would probably only go for like 60 bucks,...... a full motor is only $180 with a 90 day warranty........ so maybe sometime down the rooad, illl just pick one up, for parts or sale ...... idk....