Q: Motor and transmission swap

asked by on January 15, 2017

I have little to no experience with cars so excuse the lack of knowledge. I recently got a '99 mustang GT for free from a friend who just saw it as junk so i took upon myself to use it as a project and learn from the help of others. I want to swap the engine, currently a 2v SOHC modular V8, to a 4v DOHC SC modular V8 AKA cobra engine. I also plan on swapping trans, currently a 4 speed automatic, to a 5 speed manual. I know that in order to swap all that ill need new or extra parts. What will those parts be? I would also like to know which transmission will be compatible with the engine. I will not be doing this on my own, i will be getting help from experienced people.

My car has 200000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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