Engine swap on a 95 Mustang?

I have a '95 Mustang that is originally a 3.8L V6.
Recently, I purchased a Ford Racing 427 crate engine from a friend. I want to put that engine into the Mustang, I've seen people do it before. What are the things that I should change? I know that I'll probably need to change engine mounts and brakes; but what else do I need to change?

Engine: http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts/part_details.asp?PartKeyField=11832

The stock transmission won't handle the power of the new engine, you'll probably have to go with a T-56 if your car is manual, or a built AOD or C6 if you have an automatic.

The stock 7.5 inch axle won't handle the power of the new engine,
A 9inch would be the logical choice

You'll need a new radiator
You'll need a new driveshaft
You'll need a new custom exhaust
New K member
New front springs and struts to handle the weight of the new engine
New fuel pump
Custom wiring harness

and that's just the tip of the iceberg

As fodaddy has mentioned you'll have to replace just about everything around the engine and behind it as well

and… While I'm probably not adding anything new or useful I have to say this whole thing is CASE IN POINT why we tell every single kid who asks about doing engine swaps on a V6 to just suck it up and get a GT/V8 instead… Since (putting anti-V6 sentiment aside) it's definitely the cheaper and easier option compared to all this.

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