which motor for 89 stang?

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  1. trikeffex New Member

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    hey guys.
    i just picked up an 89 mustang rolling chassis.i have a C4 being built for the car,and now i'm deciding on a motor.what size motor do you guys think would work good on a budget for a mid 11sec street car?thanks alot guys.
    charles
    trikeffex, Feb 23, 2007
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    351
    1Bad88notch, Feb 23, 2007
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  4. trikeffex New Member

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    i was thinking of a 351 but can't seem to find a good block!
    charles
    trikeffex, Feb 23, 2007
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  5. Darkwriter77 Resident Ranting Negative Nancy

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    If I could pick one at random, I'd go for a 347 stroker, or a simple blown and beefed-up 302. Anything that can fit under a stock hood. (I know a 351 can be made to fit under a stock hood and all, but still...) It's all about the sleeper. :D
    Darkwriter77, Feb 23, 2007
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    nicely matched h/c/i stroked 351.
    niklid05, Feb 23, 2007
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  7. niklid05 New Member

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    keep looking youll find one..
    niklid05, Feb 23, 2007
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  8. l2ol33rt New Member

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    my choice aswell
    l2ol33rt, Feb 23, 2007
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