351w vs 5.0 coyote

SteveL · Jun 15, 2019

Broncobowsher said:
You are off base.
The 351/408 is much less expensive but not for the reasons you assume. The fact it bolts in pretty much without any modifications, bolts to transmissions that are normally found in Broncos, pretty much a stock replacement.
Coyote still needs adapting. They don't just bolt in. You have to go through kits or a lot of your own fabrication to get them in there.

If the shop was trying to make a buck, there is more profit to be had in doing a coyote. A lot more parts to sell you, at a mark up. And a lot more labor to charge you as well.

A 408 swap is a weekend project, a Coyote would be a full week, if you could devote a full week to it non-stop and could source all the little bits that will hold you up.

What he said

68ford · Jun 15, 2019

Broncobowsher said:
You are off base.
The 351/408 is much less expensive but not for the reasons you assume. The fact it bolts in pretty much without any modifications, bolts to transmissions that are normally found in Broncos, pretty much a stock replacement.
Coyote still needs adapting. They don't just bolt in. You have to go through kits or a lot of your own fabrication to get them in there.

If the shop was trying to make a buck, there is more profit to be had in doing a coyote. A lot more parts to sell you, at a mark up. And a lot more labor to charge you as well.

A 408 swap is a weekend project, a Coyote would be a full week, if you could devote a full week to it non-stop and could source all the little bits that will hold you up.

Not to mention the average 408 make 100 plus more ft lb of torque at 1500 RPM lower. I'm a firm believer a mild 408 will run circles around a stock coyote in ever aspect other than fuel economy. But how good is a early bronco economy regardless of engine.

jasonmcc · Jun 16, 2019

Does this all still hold true if you're converting from a stock 302 with 3 on the tree to a _______ motor and 4r70w/6r80 tranny?... and what about a used coyote/tranny?

SteveL · Jun 16, 2019

You do gain bling factor. Maybe for extra $$$ they'll throw in one of those go fast wings for the rear

Broncobowsher · Jun 16, 2019

It still holds true. As much as you are trying to convince yourself that the fancy bling is the way to go, the 408 will still beat it into submission and cost you less to do so.

When shopping Coyote engines, also look at the source. The cheaper ones are the lower output from the F150. You want 400HP from a junkyard engine, now you have to find the hotter Mustang version. You will pay more for that. And mustangs never get a beating put on them. All those engines are in pristine condition.

351w vs 5.0 coyote

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