It looks like I'm picking up a 73 Mustang Convertible with a 302. I noticed the power drops on the 302 every year until 72/73. Could anyone tell me what causes this? Is it just different compression?
The reason I ask is because I'd like to get the engine to around 300hp at the crank. I'm planning on grabbing the Edelbrock 2091 kit for it, but I'd like to address whatever changes they made to the engine from 69 to 73 so that I can start with more power.
Are there any parts I can borrow from the older or newer 302's that would easily "bolt" up to mine?
Also, as this is my first post, I'd like to say "hi" and remark on how resourceful and friendly these forums are. I've been trying to pick which forums to register in and these seemed like the best!
302 Motor Differences? 
: If you replace the heads, intake, cam, lifters, etc..., which is what that kit has, all that remains of the 302 is the block and the bottom end. That will pretty much erase entirely the little differences between one 302 and another. 
