Cartech Books, 4.6L & 5.4L Ford Engines: How to Rebuild - Revised Edition (PART #BOK-CT-SA155)
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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS |
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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
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SPECIFICATIONS |
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Pages | 144 |
Size | 8.5 X 11 (inches) |
Format | Paperback / softback |
Illustrations | 456 color |
Publisher | CarTech |
ISBN | 9781613252284 |
Product Code | SA155 |
ISBN | 9781613252284 |
Product Code | SA155 |