[ashokn225]

Hey guys

Im a newbie obviously and Id first like to say hi to everyone here. Im seriously considering buying and building a factory five coupe and have some questions regarding the engine and transmission. I used the search so please dont tell me to- i did it and ended up with over 2500 posts and found nothing on the first 5 pages.

I am torn between rebuilding the 5.0L motor from a donor mustang and upgrading internals to reach about 400+hp ( Avenger Stage 1 ported heads, Edelbrook Victor Jr Intake, 750cfm demon carb...etc...etc)....or buying a crate 302 engine for about the same price or maybe a little more. When taking performance, reliability, driveability and most importantly resale value, which setup do you guys think is best?

Also, when either upgrading internals to 400hp or buying a crate, would the donor tranny do or would I need a new one or an uprade for it or something?

Thanks for any help.

Ashok