interesting take on the 4.6

[MasterofDisaster]

looks at the Ecoboost, the Coyote, and the 4.6 on the basis of maintenance. It doesn't distinguish between 2V and 3V.

I'd love a Coyote, but I'm happy w/ my 3V.

 

[StockishS197]

The 4.6 is one of the great bottom ends for longevity. 6 bolt mains + square bore is solid. A few annoyances along the way (the 2v spitting plugs out, the 3v holding on to plugs too tight), but if you maintain it, it will take its abuse.

Fun fact, the 4.6 modular was also the foundation for Koneigseggs CC8S engine was derived from the 4.6.

 

[Dino Dino Bambino]

The 4.6 is one of the great bottom ends for longevity. 6 bolt mains + square bore is solid. A few annoyances along the way (the 2v spitting plugs out, the 3v holding on to plugs too tight), but if you maintain it, it will take its abuse.

So true but even the 4.6 leaves room.for improvement:

4.6L Three-Valve Ford Modular V8 Engine

 

[StockishS197]

Dino, you got all the 4.6 tech info. Really cool stuff

 

[Alatalo]

So true but even the 4.6 leaves room.for improvement:

4.6L Three-Valve Ford Modular V8 Engine

Quality information…!

 

[JCP323]

The 4.6 is one of the great bottom ends for longevity. 6 bolt mains + square bore is solid. A few annoyances along the way (the 2v spitting plugs out, the 3v holding on to plugs too tight), but if you maintain it, it will take its abuse.

Fun fact, the 4.6 modular was also the foundation for Koneigseggs CC8S engine was derived from the 4.6.

The CC8S is one of the best sounding V8s of all time. It makes sense why.