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Hlamkuo50
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Engine switch out

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Hey everybody I have a 79 mariner w/ 351w I was wondering if I could install a 350 instead
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How much do you want to spend? Talk about alot of work. If the 351 w is tired, rebuild it. You'll be many dollars ahead.
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These are different engines and nothing will bolt up. Anything is possible with enough money. Why would you want to change from Ford to Chevy?
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