it should bolt right up I'm not sure about the electronics though. Torque converters may be an issue I know that you cannot use a 5.4 torque converter with a 4.6 transmission. not sure about the windsor converter. just to be safe replace both if the converter will bolt up. Check with rockauto.com they have both engines listed and I compare parts all the time if they have the same part number your good to go.

 

Hello one more question(I think) as i have stated i have a 97 f150 4.6 and by what i have found out its a 6 bolt. someone has a 8 bolt engine 4.6 same year out of a econ van (ford) and they have the fly wheel. How can i use this engine its a 8 bolt and i have a 6 bolt and dont have a lot of money! Thank you for your time in advance...


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I don't know how much trouble you would run into but there have been some posts on FTE that talk about various accessory drives either not mounting up or being mis-aligned. I strongly suggest that you stay with the original engine family. Apples with apples and oranges with oranges is usually the best way to have the fewest problems.

'97 Econoline code 6 = 4.6 V8
'97 F150 code W = 4.6 Romeo
'97 F150 code 6 = 4.6 Windsor
My manual does not state the plant that the Econoline engine was manufactured at, the code seems to indicate that it is a Windsor built engine.

 

Hello may i have some more imput, this repair shop(legit) has a 8 bolt engine and has the flywheel, told me he made some calls and he was told he could do the engine swap with no problem. im getting a good price.......i have a 6 bolt flywheel 4.6 97 f150. can a 8 bolt 4.6 be use if we use the 8 bolt flywheel?

 

I believe the answer I gave in the post earlier would caution you. I suggest that you verify with the mechanic/shop that ALL accessories would be correctly placed, mounted and aligned without additional cost to you.

I don't know how much trouble you would run into but there have been some posts on FTE that talk about various accessory drives either not mounting up or being mis-aligned. I strongly suggest that you stay with the original engine family. Apples with apples and oranges with oranges is usually the best way to have the fewest problems.

 

yes i did read what you said and i thank you, but the shop said he could do it with just the flywheel so im getting too different stories so just help me out and be patient please.

 

You really need to be certain regarding the accessories. You can get a flywheel from a salvage yard or transmission parts sales company or even AutoZone.

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8th digit from left or 10th digit from right (if you are chinese )

 

I know this is an old thread, but this statement if frequently made and is incorrect. One cannot reliably know the engine from the VIN. My 8th digit VIN is a 6, which would lead one to believe a Windsor 4.6L, but in fact, I have a Romeo with 11 bolt valve covers.

Best way to know is the engine code often found on the driver's side valve cover. Or just count the valve cover bolts.

 

Is this a van that you have then?

 

Not a van . . . 2000 Ford Expedition XLT, 4.6L V8, Romeo, but again, the 8th VIN digit is a "6"

 

Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN codes)/Ford/VIN Codes - Wikibooks, open books for an open world, from this, someone replace the engine then

 

It would be difficult for someone to replace my engine since I am the first and only owner. No one changed anything. I bought the vehicle brand new from dealership . . . I am the one and only owner of the vehicle. It is a 2000 Ford Expedition XLT. 8th digit of VIN is "6". However, there are 11 bolts on each valve cover. Plus the driver's side valve cover shows "0G846AA", which indicates the engine broadcast code is VIN 6, Romeo plant, 6 bolt flywheel . .. . see here: PowerTorque® Remanufactured DFXF - Long Block Engine | O'Reilly Auto Parts

Just check that website. Then read the details of the description from O'Reily's. It states, VIN 6 . . . . Romeo plant . . . 6 bolt flywheel. This pretty much proves that at least some of the VIN 6, 4.6L's came from Romeo plant with 6 bolt flywheels, 11 bolt valve covers, and all the other specs of Romeo 4.6L
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I have a 2000 F150 it has the 4.6 Id like to get as much info as possible on it my VIN # is
1FTRX18W2YKA85490 i plan to replace the motor eventually so i want to know what motor is it specifically an what motors i can replace it with without having to modify anything. any information would be appreciated. thanks

 

Can I tell what motor I have by the 8th digit in the vin number?