I've read thread after thread on this and I know each individual case is different. That being said... Bronco will be driven on highway (not interstate), rural area and for beach cruising (20-35 mph). Very seldom if ever off road.
Current motor is original tired 302 w 3 spd manual. Will convert to auto. Rear end is 4.11 and 34" tires. No body lift but can lift if needed. Want to keep stock hood. Rather spend a few dollars than to fabricate (can't weld) but can figure out bolt on mods.
I own a C4 out of an early bronco w adapter and an AOD from '89 4wd 302 truck w it's original adapter. I have a few early model 302's laying around, would want to rebuild any of them if used. Also have new 4brl carb.
Questions:
1) what motor? rebuild 302 if so what are wise improvements? Or pick up a later model engine?
2) Which transmission? AOD cost of modifications seem high. C4 high rpm's.
My last bronco was a warmed up 302 and C4 and I was happy except for the high rpms when over 50 mph. I don't know how that rear end was geared.
I know there is no perfect solution but what scenario would give the best opportunity to be the solution for me? And wisest way (not necessarily the cheapest) to spend money.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
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Current motor is original tired 302 w 3 spd manual. Will convert to auto. Rear end is 4.11 and 34" tires. No body lift but can lift if needed. Want to keep stock hood. Rather spend a few dollars than to fabricate (can't weld) but can figure out bolt on mods.
I own a C4 out of an early bronco w adapter and an AOD from '89 4wd 302 truck w it's original adapter. I have a few early model 302's laying around, would want to rebuild any of them if used. Also have new 4brl carb.
Questions:
1) what motor? rebuild 302 if so what are wise improvements? Or pick up a later model engine?
2) Which transmission? AOD cost of modifications seem high. C4 high rpm's.
My last bronco was a warmed up 302 and C4 and I was happy except for the high rpms when over 50 mph. I don't know how that rear end was geared.
I know there is no perfect solution but what scenario would give the best opportunity to be the solution for me? And wisest way (not necessarily the cheapest) to spend money.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
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