Ford 4.0 ohv vs sohc

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Ford 4.0 ohv vs sohc

Thread Tools. I am looking at buting a Explorer sport with a 4. The belt replacement sticker under the hood shows routing for both types of motors and does not say which one it is. Can you tell by the VIN number somehow? View Public Profile. Find all posts by RedBoat. Find all posts by mbasher. Bash the 8th number is an x so I can rest assured it is the OHV motor. Up untill recently I had a 92 Explorer with , and experienced no major problems with it. I saw this sport model and my 16 yr old son really liked it so we are looking at it for him. I has , miles and just had a thermostat, water pump, intake manifold gaskets, battery and a 4 wheel brake job done to it, It seems that the owner ran upon some hard luck and lost his job so he wants to get rid of it. It is an auto tranny and I also understand that the tranny might be reaching it's life expectancy also, but hopefully not. Can you give me any insight as to any other problems I might be faced with in the not so distant future? Thanks for easing some of my paranoia. Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts.

My original ohv was out of a 92 explorer. But thats simply not in the cards.

When did the ranger switch from the 4. Thread Tools. Just curious, so I know what engine is in the truck if I look at them View Public Profile. Visit ghunt's homepage!

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Ford 4.0 ohv vs sohc

Thread Tools. I am thinking of replacing my 4. I have heard of some complications with the fuel system and the ECM. Something about the PATS, gages and cruise control operation. What experiences has anyone had with this swap? Any info would be much appreciated. This is my main ride so I can't afford to get into this and find out the problems on the fly. John Bevins. View Public Profile.

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It uses rods that connect up into the valves to control them. Things to check and up Rangers use Returnless fuel system with 60psi fuel pressure, so '02 computer and injectors need that. Im obviously getting spark and im definitely getting fuel since im spraying directly down the intake. I would have to say that the OHV in completely stock form should be good for up to around rwhp before you are putting so much stress on the bottom end that it gives way. Replies 5 Views I am looking to change my chassis to a SOHC 4x4 chassis, for normal usage. You can use a Dremel tool to grind, sand and buff this area to obtain a smooth airflow in to the engine. Jan 16, Taco A supercharger brakes Received 7 Likes on 7 Posts. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Damn, I hate that designation. Find all posts by Alan D. Heck yeah dude!! Most all modern engines are overhead valve engines.

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Though there is some variation, typically hp is quoted as horsepower for applications. If they are correct my next suspicion would be some sort of issue with my crank position sensor? Ford also makes an engine that is 4. But anywayz You will see a night and day difference driving a newer one. Mine currently has k miles on it with absolutely no issues and i've known several others over the years with this engine with tons of miles and no problems. Search forums. Had good power and gave me no trouble. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. It is an auto tranny and I also understand that the tranny might be reaching it's life expectancy also, but hopefully not. You'll need the current part number. In a SOHC engine, this means that there are actually 2 camshafts Second is the crank position sensor.