Mercury cars: V-8 Modular (4.6, 5.0, 5.4 and 5.6 L) - service & repair manuals

How to Build Max-Performance 4.6- & 5.4-Liter Ford Engines

This book explains how Ford's 4.6-liter V-8, first introduced in the 1996 Mustang, developed into a strong and well-supported performance engine. Early concerns about its modern design soon disappeared as Ford increased power in both the 2- and 4-valve versions, and as the aftermarket offered a growing range of high-quality parts. Later engines, such as the 3-valve Mustang GT, the 5.4-liter GT, and the Shelby GT500, expanded these possibilities even further.

In this updated edition of "How To Build Max-Performance 4.6-Liter Ford Engines", Sean Hyland provides a clear and complete guide to building and improving Ford's 2-, 3-, and 4-valve 4.6- and 5.4-liter engines. The book covers block choice, crankshaft preparation, cylinder-head work, and intake manifold upgrades.

It also presents eight recommended power combinations and includes a step-by-step build of a naturally aspirated 405-horsepower Cobra engine. This volume serves as a thorough reference for anyone seeking maximum performance from a 4.6- or 5.4-liter Ford engine.

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How to Rebuild 4.6L & 5.4L Ford Engines

S-A Workbench manual for the complete rebuild of Ford Modular V8 4.6L and 5.4L gasoline engines, as used since the 1990s in Ford, Lincoln and Mercury passenger cars, vans and pick-ups.

Types:
- 4.6 L SOHC (2 or 3 valves per cylinder)
- 4.6 L DOHC (4 valves per cylinder).
- 5.4 L SOHC (2 or 3 valves per cylinder).
- 5.4 L DOHC (4 valves per cylinder).

• Step-by-step instructions and hundreds of photos clearly describe the work on the Ford 4.6L and 5.4L V8 petrol engines.
• Chapters on planning, disassembly and inspection, cleaning, choosing the right parts, machining, engine assembly, first start and running-in.
• The engine block, crankshaft and pistons, lubrication system, camshafts, cylinder heads, valve train, ignition, fuel system and carburetors are covered.
• Complete with adjustment data, such as valve clearances and tightening torques.
• This book also contains useful advice for improving reliability and performance.

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Building 4.6/5.4L Ford Horsepower On The Dyno - 4.6- and 5.6-Liter Modular Engines (2-, 3- & 4-Valve)

This book explains how to choose and evaluate performance parts for Ford's 4.6- and 5.4-liter modular engines, which now offer aftermarket support similar to the well-known 5.0L. The wide range of available parts is helpful but can make it difficult to decide which upgrades are truly effective.
"Building 4.6/5.4L Ford Horsepower on the Dyno" removes this uncertainty by showing the real horsepower and torque gains produced by each modification.

Author Richard Holdener presents more than 340 photos and 185 back-to-back dyno graphs to identify which components raise power and which fail to meet expectations. Instead of giving only peak figures, the book provides full before-and-after dyno charts, allowing readers to see where in the RPM range each part increases or reduces output.

The book covers upgrades for 2-, 3-, and 4-valve modular engines. Chapters include throttle bodies and inlet elbows, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, camshafts, nitrous oxide, superchargers, turbochargers, headers, exhaust systems, and complete engine builds. This guide offers clear, tested information for anyone planning to improve the performance of a 4.6- or 5.4-liter Ford engine.

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Ford 5.0L Coyote Engines (2011 to present): How to Build Max Performance

This book presents the development and technical features of Ford's 5.0L "Coyote" engine, launched in 2011 as an evolution of the 4.6L and 5.4L Modular units.
Although its displacement is smaller than that of many rivals, the Coyote offers strong performance thanks to its 4-valve heads, efficient airflow, and advanced systems such as Twin Independent Variable Cam Timing and cam-torque-actuated control. These technologies give the engine a wider and more effective power band.

The book shows how Ford and aftermarket specialists have continued to improve the Coyote with a wide range of performance parts. Veteran Ford author Jim Smart explains the most effective upgrades to increase power, torque, and acceleration.

Topics include engine-building methods, cold-air induction systems, supercharger and pulley kits, improved exhaust headers, fuel system improvements, and ECU tuning. The book serves as a clear and practical guide for anyone aiming to get more performance from a Coyote engine.

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