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GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

What years did the GT40 equipped 5.0's come in Explorers? I'm asking because there are two for sale for parts on the local Kijiji, a '95 and a '96, both for under $500 (each). Were they GT40-headed that early? If so, I'd bet they could be bought for $400, which would be a good price for a pair of GT40 heads and intake...
2015 Mustang GT Premium - 5.0, 6-speed, Guard Green - too much awesome for one car

1988 5.0 Thunderbird :birdsmily: SOLD SEPT 11 2010: TC front clip/hood ♣ Body & paint completed Oct 2007 ♣ 3.55 TC rear end and front brakes ♣ TC interior ♣ CHE rear control arms (adjustable lowers) ♣ 2001 Bullitt springs ♣ Energy suspension poly busings ♣ Kenne Brown subframe connectors ♣ CWE engine mounts ♣ Thundercat sequential turn signals ♣ Explorer overhead console (temp/compass display) ♣ 2.25" off-road dual exhaust ♣ T-5 transmission swap completed Jan 2009 ♣

GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

Reply #1 –
96 to 2001. Before that there were no v-8 explorers. Also, the early heads (early 96) have the correct spark plug angle, and all emissions capable parts...
Quote from: jcassity
I honestly dont think you could exceed the cost of a new car buy installing new *stock* parts everywhere in your coug our tbird. Its just plain impossible. You could revamp the entire drivetrain/engine/suspenstion and still come out ahead.
Hooligans! 
1988 Crown Vic wagon. 120K California car. Wifes grocery getter. (junked)
1987 Ford Thunderbird LX. 5.0. s.o., sn-95 t-5 and an f-150 clutch. Driven daily and going strong.
1986 cougar.
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GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

Reply #2 –
Was it only the early 96's that had the non-P heads, or the whole '96 model year?

Here's one of 'em:
http://halifax.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-SUVs-trucks-vans-SUV-crossover-Explorer-Eddie-Bauer-W0QQAdIdZ151770737

The one that was advertised as a '95 is gone
2015 Mustang GT Premium - 5.0, 6-speed, Guard Green - too much awesome for one car

1988 5.0 Thunderbird :birdsmily: SOLD SEPT 11 2010: TC front clip/hood ♣ Body & paint completed Oct 2007 ♣ 3.55 TC rear end and front brakes ♣ TC interior ♣ CHE rear control arms (adjustable lowers) ♣ 2001 Bullitt springs ♣ Energy suspension poly busings ♣ Kenne Brown subframe connectors ♣ CWE engine mounts ♣ Thundercat sequential turn signals ♣ Explorer overhead console (temp/compass display) ♣ 2.25" off-road dual exhaust ♣ T-5 transmission swap completed Jan 2009 ♣

GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

Reply #3 –
I'm not sure but seems I remember it was all the '96 and early '97 that had the std GT40 heads...
 

GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

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Quote from: TurboCoupe50;290061
I'm not sure but seems I remember it was all the '96 and early '97 that had the std GT40 heads...


yes
up to 97 and 1/4 i read, back when i was doing my research

then "P" or GTP on head

GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

Reply #5 –
Quote from: turbocoupe50;290061
i'm not sure but seems i remember it was all the '96 and early '97 that had the std gt40 heads...


x2.
'88 Sport--T-5,MGW shifter,Trick Flow R intake,Ed Curtis cam,Trick Flow heads,Scorpion rockers,75mm Accufab t-body,3G,mini starter,Taurus fan,BBK long tube headers,O/R H-Pipe, Flowamaster Super 44's, deep and deeper Cobra R wheels, Mass Air and 24's,8.8 with 3.73's,140 mph speedo,Mach 1 chin spoiler,SN-95 springs,CHE control arms,aluminum drive shaft and a lot more..

GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

Reply #6 –
Quote from: TurboCoupe50;290061
I'm not sure but seems I remember it was all the '96 and early '97 that had the std GT40 heads...


+3

You don't want GT40P heads? They are nice;)
88 Thunderbird LX: 306, Edelbrock Performer heads, Comp 266HR cam, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, bunch of other stuff.

GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

Reply #7 –
Quote from: thunderjet302;290180
+3

You don't want GT40P heads? They are nice;)


Not worth the complications of both installation and maintenance. I got the exact same fuel economy with both types and actual dyno tests show that they're basically the same for actual power. I regret doing P's on this motor where I still have the original '93 Cobra heads sitting on a shelf problem free.

At least they forced me to get decent headers.
1988 Thunderbird Sport

GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

Reply #8 –
Meh I scored a brand new, never run set of GT40P heads for $300 so I used 'em;)
88 Thunderbird LX: 306, Edelbrock Performer heads, Comp 266HR cam, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, bunch of other stuff.

GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

Reply #9 –
Everyone cries about problems between GT40s and the P's. I'm running Ps on my mustang with BBK unequal shorties with no prolems. The catch is the #7 cylinder. Install the plug before the header, and use a right angle boot. All others have enough to clearence to be used in any traditional matter. Ps burn cleaner anyway, hence those motors have no smog pump. Everyone cringes on this subject but really its no big deal. Ps are easier to find anyway.

GT40 engine question (the 5.0, not the supercar)

Reply #10 –
I have heard that the "P" heads are actually a little better,but it's the spark plug issue and header thing to deal with.I can live with it considering how cheap the engine I'm getting is.
'88 Sport--T-5,MGW shifter,Trick Flow R intake,Ed Curtis cam,Trick Flow heads,Scorpion rockers,75mm Accufab t-body,3G,mini starter,Taurus fan,BBK long tube headers,O/R H-Pipe, Flowamaster Super 44's, deep and deeper Cobra R wheels, Mass Air and 24's,8.8 with 3.73's,140 mph speedo,Mach 1 chin spoiler,SN-95 springs,CHE control arms,aluminum drive shaft and a lot more..