FORD 4.6L 3V Engine

Part Type:  Remanufactured Engine Assembly (Factory Spec)

This remanufactured FORD 4.6L 3 valve engine includes the following enhancements from Fraser Engines:

• Bore and hone all cylinders to OEM clearances (We check all clearances within .0001 of inch),
• Decking cylinder head(s) and block for straightness,
• Cutting valve seats and valves to proper degree,
• Line boring/honing crankshaft/camshaft tunnels,
• Ground & polish crankshaft, new or remanufactured camshaft(s),
• New main bearings, rod bearings, pistons, piston rings, lifters, pushrods (if equipped), timing components, oil pump, head bolts,
• All new internal gaskets and seals.
• All finishing gaskets are included (MAY VARY PER APPLICATION).

FORD 4.6L 3 Valve Engines

The FORD 4.6L 3 Valve Engine 1991-2019 is a V8 engine designed and produced by Ford Motor Company.

The base engine consists of:

An all-aluminum engine block and cylinder head (in later models, a cast-iron block was also used)
Dual Overhead Camshafts (DOHC) or Single Overhead Camshafts (SOHC) depending on the valve configuration
Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
Sequential multi-port fuel injection

The engine specifications include:

• A displacement of 281 cubic inches (4,605 cubic centimeters)
• 3.55 in x 3.54 in (90.2 mm x 90 mm) or 3.55 in x 3.54 in (90.2 mm x 90.2 mm) cylinder bore and piston stroke depending on the valve configuration
• 9.4:1 or 10.8:1 compression ratio depending on the year and model
• 190 to 390 horsepower (142 to 291 kW) at 4,250 to 6,000 rpm depending on the year and model
• 260 to 410 lb-ft (353 to 556 Nm) of torque at 3,250 to 4,250 rpm depending on the year and model

The FORD 4.6L engine was first introduced in 1991 and was used in various Ford applications, including the Mustang, Crown Victoria, Town Car, Grand Marquis, F-150, and Expedition. The engine was also used in the Mercury Grand Marquis, Cougar, and Mountaineer, as well as in the Lincoln Town Car, Navigator, and Aviator.

The FORD 4.6L engine is renowned for its reliability and durability, with some models exceeding 300,000 miles with regular maintenance. The engine also offers good performance, with some models capable of reaching 0-60 mph in under 6 seconds. In 2005, the engine received an update, which included a switch from a cast-iron to an aluminum block, as well as improved fuel efficiency and power output. Overall, the FORD 4.6L engine is a popular choice among enthusiasts and is well-regarded in the automotive industry for its versatility and performance.