flat head pistons from Ford Tempo?

[LowRider]

Hi guys,

this might have been asked several times, but is it possible to install
flathead pistons from a 2.3L Ford Tempo in a 200ci?
If not, which ones do fit?
What will happen to valve clearance, compression?
I'm planning to go Aussie 2V.
What fuel should I run?

Thanks.

Nicolas

 

[Anlushac11]

8) 2.3l HSC pistons for the Tempo 2.3L HSC motor. They should be a drop in but they do raise compression due to afct theat they are flattop pistons instead of the stock dished pistons.

In my '80 Stang the 200 has a CR of 8.5:1. It is a good jump to go to 9.0:1 or 9.5:1CR. Not the rule but generally speaking raising the CR one point is equal to 10hp.

 

[LowRider]

Anlushac11, thanks and sorry for the late reply.

What you're saying is that valve clearance is not a problem, right?
Cool, I'll get me a set of those.
They don't have pistons with raised heads by any chance?

Thanks,

Nicolas