4.6L & 5.4L Ford Engines: How to Rebuild - Revised Edition

by George Reid

Overview

Since the 1990s, the Ford 4.6—liter has become a modern—day V—8 phenomenon, powering everything from Mustangs to hand—built hot rods. Its innovative design delivers exceptional power, modification potential, and reliability. This popular engine has created an industry unto itself with a huge supply of aftermarket high—performance parts, machine services, and accessories. As these engines age and are in need of a rebuild, or are considered for aftermarket performance modification, owners need a hands—on step—by—step rebuilding manual. 4.6L & 5.4L Ford Engines: How to Rebuild expertly explains each rebuilding phase for these engines, providing crucial step—by—step information and instruction. This book delivers the complete nuts—and—bolts rebuild story so you can rebuild an engine at home and achieve professional results. In addition, it contains a complete history of the engine family as well as essential block, head, and component ID information, and a thorough explanation of Romeo and Windsor component differences for selecting the right parts.

With detailed photos and comprehensive captions, each step is expertly detailed in disassembly, machine work, assembly, start—up, break—in, and tuning for all 4.6— and 5.4—liter engines, including the two— and three—valve SOHC and the four—valve DOHC versions. Also included is a chapter on the exciting new Coyote engines, their design and philosophy. If you are a Modular Ford engine fan, this book is an invaluable resource.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781613252284
Publisher:	CarTech
Publication date:	04/16/2015
Edition description:	Revised
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 10.90(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

George Reid has been a Ford enthusiast for more than 30 years. He enjoys restoring and building Fords. George has written a number of books for CarTech.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments

What is a Workbench® Book?

Chapter 1:

Before You Begin. . .

Car Line Expansion

Technology Innovation

New Engine Building Process

Engine Longevity

Determining Your Engine Buildup Package

Dynamic Balancing 13 Crate or Kit

Rebuildable Core

Stroke and Compression

Horsepower and Torque

How Power Is Made

Tools and Equipment

Torque Wrenches

Keep a Clean, Organized Workshop

Chapter 2:

Disassembly

Engine Removal

The Noise Factor

Documenting Disassembly

Teardown

Electrical Components

Fuel System

Oiling and Cooling Systems

Valvetrain Components

Two—Piece Truck Induction

Balancer Inspection and Service

Chain Tensioners and Guides

Valley Crud

Chapter 3:

Selecting Parts

4.6L Engine Differences

SOHC Block

Casting Date Codes

Oiling System

Nodular Iron Crankshaft

Timing System

Connecting Rods

Pistons

Timing Cover

Two—Valve Cylinder Head

Three—Valve Cylinder Head

Composite Camshafts

Intake System

Oil Filter/Water Neck

DOHC Engines

Chapter 4:

Machine Shop

Be Environmentally Responsible

The Block

Rotating Assembly

Dynamic Balancing

Oil System

Cylinder Heads

Chapter 5:

Engine Assembly

The Block

Fasteners

Crankshaft and Camshaft Endplay

Cylinder Head Installation

Degreeing Cams

Final Assembly

Chapter 6:

Break—In and Tuning

Cooling System

Oiling System

Exhaust System

Electronic Engine Control

Ignition System

Dyno Tuning

Chapter 7:

The 5.0L Ti—VCT “Coyote”

The Goal: A Higher Benchmark

The Block

Rotating Assembly

Cylinder Head and Valvetrain

Induction

Exhaust

Lubrication and Cooing

Appendix A:

Engine Math

Appendix B:

Workbench® Reference Charts

Source Guide

Editorial Reviews

"Very nicely done, hands—on book which brings you up—to speed on these two engines."

Engine Professional - Mike Caruso

"Very nicely done, hands-on book which brings you up-to speed on these two engines." -Engine Professional, reviewed by Mike Caruso, July-Sept. 2009.

Engine Professional