How to Build a Ford 302 Small Block - Final: Going to the Dyno!

[@ivancontreras6803]

I was hooked from the first episode, your explanation of this build is awesome and I can't wait to find me a Windsor engine to work on and hopefully get the same results. Thank u so much and have a blessed 2022!!!

[@2carpros]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@briancassette9680]

Great build series. Initially I settled to watch the “302” rebuild as a general guide. Then you switched to 347 which is EXACTLY what I needed. Thank you.

[@2carpros]

Very cool! You will love the 347! It is a gem! Thanks for watching!

[@earnestbunbury2103]

"Well?!? Were waiting!" ~ Judge Smails

[@2carpros]

I literally spat my coffee out reading that! Thanks for watching!

[@tyclute1454]

Best ford 302 engine build ive found on the tube! Very detailed

[@2carpros]

Love to read that! Thanks for watching!

[@oldgreen100]

I am rebuilding an 82 302 out of a truck that has a lot of sentimental value. I have been watching how to videos for WEEKS and these are by far the most detailed I have found. I am watching these as I go for sure!

[@Raven-rl7gj]

Phenomenal series! I thoroughly enjoyed watching it. Summit is fantastic to help you with this build! Thank you for producing this series.

[@2carpros]

Glad you enjoyed it! Summit is the most amazing sponsor in the world, this wouldn't have happened without them. Thanks for watching!

[@davidhorton4611]

one of the best videos I've ever watched! Loved the attention to detail you gave! Thanks!

[@2carpros]

Wow, thanks!

[@bigbruce1922]

I'm preparing to build my first engine, and it's a 302. This series was so beyond helpful in building my confidence, and I will use these videos as reference once I get started. Thank you for your time in these videos and amazing build!

[@graemepaul8748]

Just found this channel and watched the 302/347 build (I have a 351w). Fantastic videos, pitched right at my level, well presented (I watch a few channels, this is presented really well). Looking forward to catching up with the other series. 👍.

[@2carpros]

That is so awesome to read! Well lucky for you, you have 2 other whole builds to watch. Thank you so much for watching!

[@scottr.9316]

Wonderful series!! Watched it from beginning to end, you guys did a great job on this build!! This series helped me rebuild the top end of my 289 in my 1965 mustang fastback with little hassle. Thank You!!

[@2carpros]

Great to hear! Thanks so much for watching Scott!

[@CBosridesandreviews]

That was great. Just finished all the vids on the build. Thanks for all the great/detailed info. Super useful tips.

[@2carpros]

Awesome, thank you!

[@sbarragan00]

So awesome watching this build series. Watching them give me the urge and confidence to try a build of my own. Thanks again!

[@2carpros]

You got this Steve! Thanks for watching!

[@michaelhendley6512]

Great series man, just watch all videos this evening

[@MrJd829]

Great series. I feel accomplished just by working on my water pump. Cant imagine the feeling after that dyno. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@wolfthornhawkridge5705]

Nice tutorial! Very informative.

[@cecilnyman608]

Awesome. That 302 is just what my 1963 Fairlane needs. Wish I can have a machine like that.

[@mjschaeffer2112]

Great job, great info and an absolutely great video series. Now time to rebuild my 302 in my 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible. 😃

[@2carpros]

Oh man that is going to be one sweet ride! Thanks for watching!

[@jacobjohnson3198]

I have a 67 galaxie convertible with a 302. Can’t decide to stroke the 302 or find a 390

[@montefordham6425]

Dude, you’re a stud! Gonna build the same motor using your videos. Your instructions were clear and thorough. Thanks

[@2carpros]

Awesome! Thanks so much for watching!

[@madrabbit9007]

Can't wait for the next build.

[@outsidethelines2162]

Dude me too! What do you think he will do?

[@madrabbit9007]

@@outsidethelines2162 We’ve had two Chevys and a Ford so a MOPAR would make sense.

[@anthonyellison8680]

Yep I binge watched the whole thing. Gonna follow along when I build mine

[@2carpros]

Nice!!! Thanks for watching! Shoot me a picture when it’s done [e-mail]

[@rodger6940]

You guys are awesome

[@2carpros]

You're awesome for watching!

[@byoempire7360]

This whole build was awesome! I picking up an 84 model hilux with a 302 in it this weekend. Keen to get tinkering!

[@2carpros]

Very cool! Thanks for watching!

[@darrininverarity4297]

Flat tappet cam with stroker crank,you can hear it digging for power,big torque,not such a wizzing sound,like a roller,amazing video Ryan.

[@2carpros]

Haha totally! Thanks for watching!

[@timothysears6970]

watched beginning to end - excellent video!

[@2carpros]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@imagoflyfishing9993]

Thank-you so much for this series!!! I have a 302 & am looking to get a 351 stroked and built myself. Its gonna be awesome & that efi 500 is awesome for the oldies transitioning from carb to something much more reliable!!!

[@2carpros]

Right on! Sounds like a great build! Thanks for watching!

[@imagoflyfishing9993]

@@2carproshey guys i sealed a deal on a 1973 maverick with 302. So happy about your video im going to start with a reco stock block with a 4bbl tunnel ram and the efi 500. Then source two turbos and the 500 should deliver plenty of fuel for the blow through 😎😎😎 love the help!

[@jramezcua2824]

I have a 302 block that I want to use.These 11 videos on how to build and clear step by step shows me I can do it thanks for your help.

[@2carpros]

Let me know how to goes! Thanks for watching!

[@estebxnraul]

Amazing series bro ! 🔥 I’m buying a 9th Gen f150 and plan on rebuilding the 302 , this is gonna help big time 🔥

[@2carpros]

Glad to hear it! This is perfect for that!

[@shanenc90]

Awesome series! Just finished watching the whole thing. Daydreaming of a Factory Five Cobra build in the near future and would love to rebuild a 302 for it as opposed to buying a crate and this series has made it seem like a very approachable project.

[@2carpros]

Thank you so much for watching! Sounds like an awesome dream!

[@matthewhummel6023]

Good job my friend.

[@2carpros]

Thanks for watching!

[@coryseverson-nt3zd]

Really want to thank you for sharing the series of how to build a ford 302. I recently spent several thousand dollars on a SBF 306 rebuild for a 1987 Ford Bronco (my wife named here "Karen"). Lol. Long story short, immediately the head gaskets were leaking. Took it back to the shop under warranty and basically, they would not fix it. Wife cut me off on funds... I was on my own at this time. I watched your videos step by step on how to disassemble and reassemble the top end. Motor runs amazing, no more leaks. In the process, I learned how to adjust rockers, install distributor, set timing, install head gaskets and intake gaskets. Thank you very much for what you do!!!! Bronco still acts like a Karen. 🙂

[@2carpros]

So amazing to read! Thank you so much for watching! Enjoy your Bronco!

[@terryshambo5505]

Ryan U are a boss at perfection 💯🤜🤛💯 massive amount of respect dude 🔥🔥🔥👍

[@2carpros]

Thank you so much Terry! 😄

[@terryshambo5505]

@@2carpros Most definitely wlcm bruh 💯🤜🤛💯

[@gokuson2359]

Watched the whole thing at work 😁

[@2carpros]

That's awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@BabyBlue.23]

I’m gonna guess 400hp/430tq out of this motor. Currently planning to rebuild a 302 from my 88 Bronco- not looking for crazy power but I figure while I have it out I’ll do some small performance mods Great build and guide! I have enjoyed watching it! Keep up the good work

[@2carpros]

So close! Thanks so much for watching!

[@davidfeinberg5599]

Great numbers !! Loved this build from the beginning. What was your reasoning for the flat tappet cam vs roller? Looking forward to your next build.

[@2carpros]

I was super pleased! Thanks so much for watching the entire build. We went with flat tappet just because it is what this engine came with stock and the cam we liked was flat tappet. Nothing wrong with going roller though! Thanks for watching!

[@thaddeusrex1]

I’m basically going to do this exact same build with my son. I’ve done everything on a car but build an engine, I’ve been too afraid of messing one little thing up and having it blow up on me. Thank you so much for the detailed play-by-play! You make it seem doable, so I’m going for it! By any chance, do you have a master parts purchase list you’re willing to share? I know I can go through links on every video and piece it together, but if you’ve already got one… Thank you so much either way!

[@clayriley161]

Great series! I also have a 1981 302 I'm wanting to rebuild. Is this one going back into the Bronco?? I would love to see that video.

[@MCphinxterrs]

Great series, really enjoyed! I haven’t been able to find anything regarding how much you spent on this build. Did I miss it or was it not mentioned?

[@fizzi5836]

I just watched this entire video series. Absolutely amazing job explaining everything I am extremely impressed but I do have one question. How would I go about this differently for a different year model engine? I have a 1994 F150 with the 302 in it. Of course it’s efi and fuel injected already.

[@2carpros]

Great question! You'd do it exactly the same except the intake manifold and your air fuel solution would be different you could re-use stock or get a performance aftermarket solution. Thanks for watching!

[@ryano425]

I just watched this whole series in the last couple days. I have a 83 bronco. Looking to have the same thing done to the engine. Do you do builds for customers?

[@BrittneyShaver]

Great set of videos. Really helps me out on my similar 302. What was your final compression ratio and did you have surface the block at all?

[@2carpros]

That's awesome! It was 9.71:1 all done and we did not machine the block or heads. Thanks for watching Brittney!

[@rickcolbert6523]

Do you have a video on degreeing the cam? Your videos are great 👍

[@2carpros]

We don't as of now but we will do one on the next build and it applies to all V8s with a timing set. Thanks for watching!

[@andy347495]

Awesome, im gonna put a 302 in a '78 el camino. I have a 224° .050 cam. What size cam did you use on this engine?

[@2carpros]

That's an interesting match up. I like it! Send me a picture when it's done! [e-mail] We used 218 int./228 exh. at .050 so its the biggest cam you can get for it using the stock torque converter. Thanks for watching!

[@markwoten6679]

I was wondering if the air filter housing top lid was going to align forward. It would not look right if the Ford name was off set. Is at the EFI units like the one you installed only got a 13 “ filter? What is the opening size? 5 1/4”?

[@2carpros]

It's the standard opening. 13" is just how big the air cleaner is. It's all circular so it lines up just fine. Thanks for watching!

[@jasonwilson8088]

Can posts a full listing of the parts you have used. Going to do a farther son project

[@2carpros]

Here is the build up sheet. Just click the blue words. www.summitracing.com/newsandevents/newproductreleases/2carpros-347-cid-small-block-ford-parts-combos-now-available-at-summit-racing Thanks for watching!

[@OchoAggie]

Amazing series, I've learned alot. What do you think your cost would be building this? Parts as well as total cost with machine shop labor?

[@2carpros]

Awesome! Thanks for watching! Parts was probably like 6-7 thousand but we did get new heads and forged crank. The machine shop labor was at 1600 but we are in SoCal so take that into account.

[@GentStyle]

Is there a video installing the motor in the car?

[@2carpros]

Not yet! But there will be!

[@supertruckerextraordinaire]

How is the idle with that cam? I think I want a little choppier than the specs it has but other than that great build. I am starting the rebuild of a 69 302 for my 62 mercury. Just the target im looking for with your build

[@2carpros]

A fair bit choppier than stock but not crazy or anything. Definitely streetable. But you could go way bigger and be totally fine. Thanks for watching!

[@vicmerle57]

Ryan, I watched the whole series, very informative. Though I never saw you degree the Cam. Was it not shown in your series, or was it not necessary? Also, amazing horsepower and torque that 347 stroker put out, and that was without a roller cam! Very impressive!

[@2carpros]

That's awesome! Thank you so much for watching! You can if you want to get the absolute every scrap of power out of it. But considering what it made I'm happy lining up the dots and calling it good.

[@ThomasAnderson-re7ch]

Just finished the series - well done. Curious why you chose to go with a flat tappet hydraulic lifters and not full roller lifters?

[@2carpros]

Thanks for watching! I just like flat tappet because that's what it came with and its a bit cheaper/more reliable.

[@aaguirre123]

Thanks for the video. What’s the total cost of the build?

[@robertschneiderjr280]

i watched all 11 videos i have to say it was the most informative videos i have ever seen i was wondering will the throttlebody instead of a carburator work on a 68 302 .my build will have slightly different parts than your does i thought it would be cool to have a throttlebody on my 347. Thanks again for your help .

[@2carpros]

Thank you so much for watching! It will work if you have a four barrel intake manifold.

[@robertschneiderjr280]

@@2carpros thats cool thank you.

[@davidstephens2082]

This series is fantastic -as they normally are. But...did you happen to do a video of putting it back and in and wiring it up? was it a c6 or aod type transmission?

[@2carpros]

Thanks for watching David! I believe it will be a C6. It's going back into the 1981 Bronco we plucked it out of. I will do a video showing that after I get this LS Swap Bel Air done which is soon!

[@daleewing7533]

Did I miss when you put the rear main seal in?

[@jessemalonson1114]

Whats the process of breaking in the engine. Did you let it run at different rpms for a while or did you send it straight to the dyno?

[@2carpros]

They broke it in on the dyno for me. So they run it at different RPM to break it in and there is different schools of thought on how to do this Summit did a great article on it help.summitracing.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4707/~/how-do-i-break-in-my%C2%A0flat-tappet-camshaft-and-lifters%3F Thanks for watching!

[@PotatoPapa101]

Hey Ryan, this might be a complete noob question but what did you do to replace the alternator? Is that just something that gets added once it’s in the vehicle? What about a fan? I just didn’t see it on the final build or on the Dyno. Any help is greatly appreciated!

[@2carpros]

All good questions! We didn’t run an alternator on the dyno, we will route the belts on install. For a fan we will just run electric. Thanks for watching!

[@robertwest3093]

Those AFR heads are showing their worth. 435 hp with a mild 218@.050 cam. With AFR heads you can use a smaller cam for driveability and still make good top end.

[@2carpros]

Exactly! It's such a joy to have! Thanks for watching!

[@viprz5444]

Quick question, what break in oil did you use?

[@2carpros]

I think we used lucas 10w-40 with ZDDP. Thanks for watching!

[@fredthomas8888]

What was the budget for the build?

[@josea5600]

ok; now for what everyone is thinking about. boost it :D

[@2carpros]

Haha maybe the next one! This one is staying N/A Thanks for watching!

[@bradcates8559]

Well Done! So what's next? SBC or Mopar? Inquiring minds want to know.

[@2carpros]

How do you people know exactly what I'm thinking? XD We will do another build soonish, but I'm unsure what it will be yet. Thank you so much for watching!

[@user-vz3uf8us7f]

@@2carpros 5.7 Hemi 😏

[@foxbody.justin]

Would Boosting this engine destroy it? Since 302s can only handle about 500 hp and this is close, would a 67mm turbo blow it up?

[@2carpros]

I've seen people put 2 turbos on this engine stock and make 1000hp or so. Personally if I was going to turbo it I would take the rings out and open them more. But yeah this engine could totally handle a turbo no problem. Thanks for watching Justin!

[@outsidethelines2162]

We want the numbers!!!

[@2carpros]

You gottem! :D

[@mackendw]

what would the approx cost of all these upgrades from summit be that you used? $3000?

[@2carpros]

Summit sent us a ton of really excellent parts. But I think just the aluminum heads were 950 each. I didn't add everything up. Although you don't have to get all the best stuff to have a really great running engine. Thanks for watching!

[@mackendw]

is this engine going back in the bronco? that would make a bucking bronco ;)

[@2carpros]

It sure is! Make sure you are subbed so you don't miss it. Thanks for watching!

[@josemeza9207]

Is it for a mustand of a pick up truck engine ?

[@2carpros]

Would go great in either! Thanks for watching!

[@user-sz7zt2zb7v]

Is this set up California compliant ?

[@2carpros]

If it's in a pre 1975 vehicle. Otherwise heck no. Thanks for watching!

[@LotsAYoyoMama]

What octane fuel did you run in it?

[@2carpros]

Good question. I believe it was 110. But we can retard the timing a little bit and run it on 91 just fine. Thanks for watching!

[@dieselyeti]

"447lb fit out of a 347? That's amazing!" "No it's not" LOL

[@2carpros]

More than 1hp per cube is pretty good NA. LOL

[@jdfalconer13]

For those interested, if you made it thus far, this is roughly a $12,000 build. I put a little bit in for contingency but all around im thinking that what you could expect to pay. If someone is getting anything different than that, correct me below. Peace

[@2carpros]

Seems a little on the high side. But then again I did this before inflation. Thanks for watching!

[@DriveBreakFixRepeat70]

Total cost? Including machining?

[@2carpros]

Hmmmmmm probably like 7k with the new heads. Thanks for watching!

[@markwoten6679]

I always thought a Windsor engine was at least 351 ci or above and built in the town of Windsor. You keep saying 302 Windsor. What’s the difference between a standard 302 ci (5.0) and a 302 Windsor? I don’t know. My 79 has a standard 302 (5.0) in it.

[@2carpros]

I guess technically they moved production from Windsor to Cleveland in 1970. So technically its a Cleveland made engine but it is colloquially referred to as a Windsor still. That's what the machine shop guy called it so I did too. Thanks for watching!

[@mattcovell9941]

What was your total build cost?

[@2carpros]

7 or 8 thousand but a lot of that cost is those amazing AFR heads. Thanks for watching!

[@jeremybaxter3722]

No one mention the water pump leaking at 5:57

[@2carpros]

It's a slight leak from the dyno connection. Thanks for watching!

[@handbanana2408]

Didn't you guys used to do computer videos??

[@2carpros]

In an other life perhaps. Thanks for watching!

[@frankcastle3827]

Would you guys ever consider selling this engine? If so how much?

[@2carpros]

Not this one. It's not even mine. It's my best friends and it's going in his Bronco. Thanks for watching!

[@frankcastle3827]

@@2carpros aww dang it ok, man I would love for my 302 on my f100 stepside to look and perform that good! Your friend is a lucky man lol Yes, your videos are dope!!

[@stevenwilkinson1060]

375

[@2carpros]

Ooooo close! But we did even more! Thanks for watching!

[@brandonknight7240]

Some metal would seem normal from break in

[@piercegillan1584]

I think this engine will make around 460HP

[@2carpros]

Oooo close!

[@a.kula18]

Uhm... so can I have it please. 😁🙏

[@terrysibley9636]

392 ho,. 406tq.

[@2carpros]

Oooo not too far off! Thanks for watching!

[@2camsam]

Seems awfully lean. 12.5 to 13 should make the best power

[@kenskip1]

I liked the video. However you put a STP oil filter on it? all the monies spent on the engine and you spent about $4.on a cheap filter. NAPA WIX and Carquest are all the same manufacture. STP, Quaker State, Pennzoil filters are all made buy the same company. Champion. Yes the spark plug company Cheap and not worth what the engine requires.

[@2carpros]

I think you might be overthinking it a tad. I drained the oil and cut open the filter. It did it's job perfectly. Thanks for watching!

[@kenskip1]

@@2carpros Sir, you cut open the NAPA gold filer (made buy Wix) and installed the inferiors one

[@tylerb5582]

Get back to some chevy power now lol I think its pretty obvious based on views nobody likes ford. Time for a sbc 350 build. Maybe a stroker? You're the best to do it on KZbin, give the people what they want.

[@2carpros]

Lots of people have built Fords at least they tell me. Gotta show love for all the brands. I really want to do a SBC next though. But we might be doing a late model hemi next? It's pretty up in the air. Thank you so much for saying I do it the best. :) Thanks for watching!

[@tylerb5582]

@@2carpros I completely understand and respect the love for all brands. But you can't deny that gm power has been the most built and swapped engines for decades now.

[@NeverEnoughPyro40]

@@tylerb5582 That’s funny Chevy power huh! It doesn’t matter where you go you will always see more Foxbody’s than any other make or model despite the fact that they are 30 years old!

[@tylerb5582]

@@NeverEnoughPyro40 who said anything about car brand? Go look under the hood and see what makes it go. Well over majority will be gm power.