Coyote swap questions

[1972f100rangerxlt]

I'm considering swapping a new coyote and 6R80 automatic transmission in place of the 390 and C6 in my 72 F100. I'm not sure if I should buy the engine and trans from a salvage yard and use the factory wiring harnesses or buy the wiring separately. I've seen harnesses available at ford performance parts and a place called Power by the Hour. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. I'm also new to fortification so thanks for having me.

[MadMike]

Ideally, especially if you have no experience swapping engines/modifying controls/harness, purchase of a wrecked car would be best. This way you can grab all the knickknack parts. Or purchase an engine/trans/harness combo from a place that specializes in selling such 'conversion kits'. If you have PS the newer Mustangs use an electric powered R&P, so there will be no provisions for the PS pump if you have PS. I think the biggest hurdle would be finding a competent tuner that can turn off all the equipment(emissions/security/etc) that will not be used on your truck. '11-'14 and '15-'17 Coyotes are slightly different in the controls, so getting everything from a single donor vehicle would be best.

I would check out Pro-Touring.com there would most likely be someone familiar with a Coyote swap into a 65-79 F series.

[sargentrs]

You might check out Hackster's thread (Thanks, Sean!). http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=79876

[1972f100rangerxlt]

Thanks for the good information. Much appreciated!.