03 Explorer 4.0L manual to 4.6L swap

[askaskj2]

Good evening,
The 4.0L is about to take a **** so Im really considering to replace it with the 4.6L after rebuild.
I was wondering if my 5 speed manual transmission will bolt onto the 4.6L on the v8 explorers, or I would have to get an adapter plate. Trying to keep this car a manual. Thank you

 

[Josh P]

How to: - Manual Transmission in 4.6 V8 4X4

Hi guys- I'm new to your forum, and I have some questions. I have a 2002 Explorer Limited, V8 4.6 litre 4X4 and I love it, but the ATX transmission is toast. I never did like auto's, and would rather modify this once to accept a manual transmission and keep the 4X4. I have searched a bunch of...

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