Project Mav 2.3 is underway

[Fast Mavericks]

So far it’s been pretty smooth. Everything is a direct swap and the harness plugs are identical. I swapped the 2.0 harness onto the 2.3 just in case but it could probably be fine without.
The Corsair has a 2.0 with an optional 2.3 so I don’t see why they wouldn’t be compatible.
I know the trans is the weak point and I wanted to put a Corsair trans in but my trans only has 4000 miles so I’ll let it ride for now and see what happens.

here’s the 2.3 with the 2.0 harness and hoses. Just need to swap the trans over and drop it back in.

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[Azmig88]

I KNOW we’re in good hands with you! I cannot wait for the finish of the project.
It’s really verrrrrry exciting,

 

[Dueces]

Very Nice!

 

[Fast Mavericks]

2.0 officially relieved of its duties. Will now be used for mock up of future projects.

Fully dressed 2.3 ready to destroy this 2.0 trans.

 

[Azmig88]

2.0 officially relieved of its duties. Will now be used for mock up of future projects.

Fully dressed 2.3 ready to destroy this 2.0 trans.

Let’s HOPE not, but thanks for risking the black eye for everyone!

 

[Fast Mavericks]

She’s ready to go back in! Should have her running by the weekend hopefully.

 

[FischAutoTechGarten]

She’s ready to go back in! Should have her running by the weekend hopefully.

What a cool powerful tiny package! Looking forward to seeing all of your bits get added on!

 

[Azmig88]

She’s ready to go back in! Should have her running by the weekend hopefully.

YESSSSSSSSSSS

 

[Fast Mavericks]

There it is, Maverick 2.3.

 

[WNYEscapee]

I tell ya if Ford had a crate motor and manual transmission combo for the 2.3 in rwd, I think alot of people would be doing motor swaps with em in hotrods and such. They are powerful efficient little motors. Imagine dropping a 350hp crate motor in a old Ranger, Fox, or Panther platform. Or even a old Maverick or Pinto. And get +20mpg. It will be cool to see what you get out of it!

I've imagined dropping something like this into a fiberglass bodied '23 roadster. It would be lighter in the front end allowing it to handle nicely and imagine when the turbo spooled up.
Otherwise it would also be a nice upgrade to a T-bird Turbo coupe.

 

[Maverickman74]

I've imagined dropping something like this into a fiberglass bodied '23 roadster. It would be lighter in the front end allowing it to handle nicely and imagine when the turbo spooled up.
Otherwise it would also be a nice upgrade to a T-bird Turbo coupe.

For sure, even Cobra kit, maybe a Merkur. Imagine how cool a fox body LTD would be with a 30 mpg and a easy 300hp. Talk about a daily driver sleeper sedan.

 

[WNYEscapee]

For sure, even Cobra kit, maybe a Merkur. Imagine how cool a fox body LTD would be with a 30 mpg and a easy 300hp. Talk about a daily driver sleeper sedan.

The list can go on and on.... Mustang II, Pinto, Fairmont(coupe, sedan, or wagon), 1st gen Focus Sedan.... Of course, a 300+ hp engine in a Maverick would be completely unexpected.

 

[Dmthomp32]

For sure, even Cobra kit, maybe a Merkur. Imagine how cool a fox body LTD would be with a 30 mpg and a easy 300hp. Talk about a daily driver sleeper sedan.

Yeah this engine would be perfect in my Triumph TR6. British convertible, 4 speed manual, RWD, incredibly light weight with a 300 HP 4 cyl motor would be hell on wheels!

 

[colinl]

Guys, respectfully, please keep it on topic. I'm curious about the 2.3 Maverick.

 

[FriarPop]

I dont check in often but let me know if you need help. I put the 2.3 in mine recently. Fun project.

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