mikestang63
SN Certified Technician
Ouch. Really bad news for you. As others have said, that motor is muerte. The game plan now is determine how much you want to spend and what the use is for the car
Options are depending on your budget 1-20 grand
1. JY explorer motor and swap over your accessories, distributor, new springs and cam
2. LMRS budget short block and a your choice of top end and accessories.
2-a. Jasper or other reman long block
2-b. Ford short or long block
3. Aftermarket block, forged internals, alum heads and top end kit
4. 351 based JY motor swap
5. Mod motor swap- 2v, 3v, coyote
Personally, I'd find an explorer motor for a few hundred bucks- put in new rear main seal, oil pump and hardened shaft, new pan, valve cover, intake, thermostat gaskets, new valve springs, a decent cam and maybe a fresh set of bearings. You'll have a decent motor that will make anywhere from 260-280 hp for around a grand if you shop around.
Options are depending on your budget 1-20 grand
1. JY explorer motor and swap over your accessories, distributor, new springs and cam
2. LMRS budget short block and a your choice of top end and accessories.
2-a. Jasper or other reman long block
2-b. Ford short or long block
3. Aftermarket block, forged internals, alum heads and top end kit
4. 351 based JY motor swap
5. Mod motor swap- 2v, 3v, coyote
Personally, I'd find an explorer motor for a few hundred bucks- put in new rear main seal, oil pump and hardened shaft, new pan, valve cover, intake, thermostat gaskets, new valve springs, a decent cam and maybe a fresh set of bearings. You'll have a decent motor that will make anywhere from 260-280 hp for around a grand if you shop around.