V8 Sport 5-speed

[2000StreetRod]

using a 351W

Using a 351 windsor instead of a 5.0 adds more complications. You'll need a custom oil pan. The deck height of the 351 is higher than the 5.0 so the motor mounts should be modified to lower the block to gain clearance between the top of the engine and the firewall. TorqueMonster headers will have to be special for the different deck height. The Explorer accessories will bolt up to the 351. See the following thread and ignore the EFI parts: turdle's mounty moves on

 

[herebyproxy]

Wow

I wish I had that kind of time on my hands.....enough to literally re-engineer and rebuild a Sport from bottom up.....lol

 

[jevchance]

Sending a little encouragement your way from West MI. It'll be a lot of work, but super cool and unique when finished! Good luck with the build.

 

[2000StreetRod]

what to expect

This thread should give you some idea of what you will encounter installing a V8/manual 5 speed in an Explorer: 98 5.0 AWD Auto to 5spd M5R2 and 4406 M

By the way, he's currently selling parts off the vehicle: 5 Spd for V8 explorer Kit (M5R2, clutch etc)

 

[srt_hubcap]

your right , there is clearance issues with the valve covers , back to the 302