hi everyone. im new to this forum but been a gearhead since i was 12, which has been longer than i care to admit:) .
what issues would i run into swapping a 5.0 from a 1995 f150 into a 1992 f150 that already has a 5.0?
thanks

 

None, unless the '95 is a MAF engine. In any case, swapping the long block would be straightforward. The '92 accessories, intake, & exhaust will go right onto the '95 block, & then you won't run into any wiring or plumbing issues.

 

thanks Steve 83;
if it is a MAF what would the issue be?
i am trying to get the engine with the engine harness attached.
does th 92 & 95 use the same harness from the engine to the body?
thanks

 

Should be plug and play. '92 is MAF also??

 

the 92 does not have a MAF

 

MAF was first offered on some '94 5.0Ls. Their wiring is VERY different, & they have different sensors. I wouldn't worry about getting the '95 harness - all you need is the long block.

 

Does anyone know what I would have to do to swap a 1992 f150 5.0 to a 1995 5.0 ho?

 

You might have to swap intakes. The 95 engine is better. The engines in 95 were completly set up for roller rocker cam and all. The intakes might be different as said earlier the MAF was added but if you swap intake ithe 92 engine should work. I'd rebuild the 95 motor if it were me. Those engines can be rebuilt for less then 2 grand usually.

 

Firing orders are different - the 95 uses the H.O firing order.