Boring a 5.4L...
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From: TX
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To many ideas to fit in this space.
Call Mike @ 5 Star Tuning
843-667-3595
Tell him Jon Langer sent you.
He is the best in the business...he knows his stuff.
Trust him to answer all of your questions and guide
you in the right direction.
Call Mike @ 5 Star Tuning
843-667-3595
Tell him Jon Langer sent you.
He is the best in the business...he knows his stuff.
Trust him to answer all of your questions and guide
you in the right direction.
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From: White Rock BC Canaduh
Yes the V10 has the same plug blow out problem.
Same shiP different pile.
Rick...
Same shiP different pile.
Rick...
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i just read a post about a guy whos putting trick flow heads on a super duty 5.4 and cam and new timing chain. if i can find it ill post new hp and tq numbers but i think it was 80 to 100 more if i remember correctely
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How much more HP/TQ do you want and how much are you willing to pay? http://www.fordracingparts.com/image...M-6007-TVS.jpg
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MobyDick...you just keep dreaming.
That engine you linked costs over $20k and that does not include the
computer or wiring or anything else that you will need.
SuperDutyScaler...that would be me that wrote about the heads that
I put on my 5.4. From what I understand, Ford Racing puts out some
heads to replace the stock 5.4 set, but they do not put out the power
that mine do. Trick Fow Specialties is the only head maker that makes
a custom design head that is totally independent from what Ford has
designed. These heads are nothing even remotely close to what Ford
makes. They swap the placement of the intake and exhaust valves for
better more direct flow. These heads also completely take care of the
Ford plug problem with large, full size, 10-12 threads (3/4 inch length).
All other head companies use the ****ty, original Ford casting designs.
TFS heads dyno a minimum of 50-60 extra hp/tq on a stock block.
I am guessing with all the mods that I have done, my truck now puts
out approximately 100hp/tq over stock.
Get on the TFS website and research what they have to say.
Call them and speak to Ed...tell him that Jon Langer in Texas sent you.
That engine you linked costs over $20k and that does not include the
computer or wiring or anything else that you will need.
SuperDutyScaler...that would be me that wrote about the heads that
I put on my 5.4. From what I understand, Ford Racing puts out some
heads to replace the stock 5.4 set, but they do not put out the power
that mine do. Trick Fow Specialties is the only head maker that makes
a custom design head that is totally independent from what Ford has
designed. These heads are nothing even remotely close to what Ford
makes. They swap the placement of the intake and exhaust valves for
better more direct flow. These heads also completely take care of the
Ford plug problem with large, full size, 10-12 threads (3/4 inch length).
All other head companies use the ****ty, original Ford casting designs.
TFS heads dyno a minimum of 50-60 extra hp/tq on a stock block.
I am guessing with all the mods that I have done, my truck now puts
out approximately 100hp/tq over stock.
Get on the TFS website and research what they have to say.
Call them and speak to Ed...tell him that Jon Langer in Texas sent you.
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From: Stephensville WI
Are you using the Trick Flow Twisted Wedge 185 or the Trick Flow Twisted Wedge Track Heat 185 heads? Also, are you using 38cc or 44cc chambers?
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[QUOTE=RentAMan;8566377]MobyDick...you just keep dreaming.
That engine you linked costs over $20k and that does not include the
computer or wiring or anything else that you will need.
[QUOTE]
I asked how much HP/TQ he wanted and how much he wanted to spend?
That engine you linked costs over $20k and that does not include the
computer or wiring or anything else that you will need.
[QUOTE]
I asked how much HP/TQ he wanted and how much he wanted to spend?
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From: SE Texas
I'm not surprised that you're guessing. Put it on the dyno and KNOW.
JL
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Johnny Langton...TFS dynos the heads at about 50-60 hp/tq over stock
on a stock block with no mods...this gives a 10:1 compression ratio.
If you use a very conservative average of 8 hp gain for each mod., I am
estimating a total of about 100hp/tq over a stock setup truck.
MobeyDick...yes I know, that was a nice thought, lots of power. Not for use in a truck though...the power band is too high.
Redford...I got the TS 185s with 38cc chambers (match for PI heads).
All of their other heads are designed for high end hp, for racing and not
good for trucks. They offer a complete topend kit which includes heads,
timing set with adjustable sprockets (to fine tune the cams), ARP bolts
and some other items too. All this cost me about $3k total, got me good
power and took care of all the Ford problems.
Mods include complete K&N intake, cut hole in fiberglass panel for 'ram air',
Gibson headers, custom y-pipe, single 3" Flowmaster exhaust system with
FM 70 series, SCT Livewire, fully 100% synthetic oils in everything, replaced the ZF5 with the ZF6 6 speed tranny, stock 3.73, etc.
on a stock block with no mods...this gives a 10:1 compression ratio.
If you use a very conservative average of 8 hp gain for each mod., I am
estimating a total of about 100hp/tq over a stock setup truck.
MobeyDick...yes I know, that was a nice thought, lots of power. Not for use in a truck though...the power band is too high.
Redford...I got the TS 185s with 38cc chambers (match for PI heads).
All of their other heads are designed for high end hp, for racing and not
good for trucks. They offer a complete topend kit which includes heads,
timing set with adjustable sprockets (to fine tune the cams), ARP bolts
and some other items too. All this cost me about $3k total, got me good
power and took care of all the Ford problems.
Mods include complete K&N intake, cut hole in fiberglass panel for 'ram air',
Gibson headers, custom y-pipe, single 3" Flowmaster exhaust system with
FM 70 series, SCT Livewire, fully 100% synthetic oils in everything, replaced the ZF5 with the ZF6 6 speed tranny, stock 3.73, etc.
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From: SE Texas
Johnny Langton...TFS dynos the heads at about 50-60 hp/tq over stock
on a stock block with no mods...this gives a 10:1 compression ratio.
If you use a very conservative average of 8 hp gain for each mod., I am
estimating a total of about 100hp/tq over a stock setup truck.
MobeyDick...yes I know, that was a nice thought, lots of power. Not for use in a truck though...the power band is too high.
Redford...I got the TS 185s with 38cc chambers (match for PI heads).
All of their other heads are designed for high end hp, for racing and not
good for trucks. They offer a complete topend kit which includes heads,
timing set with adjustable sprockets (to fine tune the cams), ARP bolts
and some other items too. All this cost me about $3k total, got me good
power and took care of all the Ford problems.
Mods include complete K&N intake, cut hole in fiberglass panel for 'ram air',
Gibson headers, custom y-pipe, single 3" Flowmaster exhaust system with
FM 70 series, SCT Livewire, fully 100% synthetic oils in everything, replaced the ZF5 with the ZF6 6 speed tranny, stock 3.73, etc.
on a stock block with no mods...this gives a 10:1 compression ratio.
If you use a very conservative average of 8 hp gain for each mod., I am
estimating a total of about 100hp/tq over a stock setup truck.
MobeyDick...yes I know, that was a nice thought, lots of power. Not for use in a truck though...the power band is too high.
Redford...I got the TS 185s with 38cc chambers (match for PI heads).
All of their other heads are designed for high end hp, for racing and not
good for trucks. They offer a complete topend kit which includes heads,
timing set with adjustable sprockets (to fine tune the cams), ARP bolts
and some other items too. All this cost me about $3k total, got me good
power and took care of all the Ford problems.
Mods include complete K&N intake, cut hole in fiberglass panel for 'ram air',
Gibson headers, custom y-pipe, single 3" Flowmaster exhaust system with
FM 70 series, SCT Livewire, fully 100% synthetic oils in everything, replaced the ZF5 with the ZF6 6 speed tranny, stock 3.73, etc.
TFS dynoed these heads on a 4.6L engine with a Mustang intake. NOT a truck intake.
JL
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From: Pa
Johnny Langton...TFS dynos the heads at about 50-60 hp/tq over stock
on a stock block with no mods...this gives a 10:1 compression ratio.
If you use a very conservative average of 8 hp gain for each mod., I am
estimating a total of about 100hp/tq over a stock setup truck.
MobeyDick...yes I know, that was a nice thought, lots of power. Not for use in a truck though...the power band is too high.
Redford...I got the TS 185s with 38cc chambers (match for PI heads).
All of their other heads are designed for high end hp, for racing and not
good for trucks. They offer a complete topend kit which includes heads,
timing set with adjustable sprockets (to fine tune the cams), ARP bolts
and some other items too. All this cost me about $3k total, got me good
power and took care of all the Ford problems.
Mods include complete K&N intake, cut hole in fiberglass panel for 'ram air',
Gibson headers, custom y-pipe, single 3" Flowmaster exhaust system with
FM 70 series, SCT Livewire, fully 100% synthetic oils in everything, replaced the ZF5 with the ZF6 6 speed tranny, stock 3.73, etc.
on a stock block with no mods...this gives a 10:1 compression ratio.
If you use a very conservative average of 8 hp gain for each mod., I am
estimating a total of about 100hp/tq over a stock setup truck.
MobeyDick...yes I know, that was a nice thought, lots of power. Not for use in a truck though...the power band is too high.
Redford...I got the TS 185s with 38cc chambers (match for PI heads).
All of their other heads are designed for high end hp, for racing and not
good for trucks. They offer a complete topend kit which includes heads,
timing set with adjustable sprockets (to fine tune the cams), ARP bolts
and some other items too. All this cost me about $3k total, got me good
power and took care of all the Ford problems.
Mods include complete K&N intake, cut hole in fiberglass panel for 'ram air',
Gibson headers, custom y-pipe, single 3" Flowmaster exhaust system with
FM 70 series, SCT Livewire, fully 100% synthetic oils in everything, replaced the ZF5 with the ZF6 6 speed tranny, stock 3.73, etc.
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Johnny Langton...TFS dynos the heads at about 50-60 hp/tq over stock
on a stock block with no mods...this gives a 10:1 compression ratio.
If you use a very conservative average of 8 hp gain for each mod., I am
estimating a total of about 100hp/tq over a stock setup truck.
MobeyDick...yes I know, that was a nice thought, lots of power. Not for use in a truck though...the power band is too high.
Redford...I got the TS 185s with 38cc chambers (match for PI heads).
All of their other heads are designed for high end hp, for racing and not
good for trucks. They offer a complete topend kit which includes heads,
timing set with adjustable sprockets (to fine tune the cams), ARP bolts
and some other items too. All this cost me about $3k total, got me good
power and took care of all the Ford problems.
Mods include complete K&N intake, cut hole in fiberglass panel for 'ram air',
Gibson headers, custom y-pipe, single 3" Flowmaster exhaust system with
FM 70 series, SCT Livewire, fully 100% synthetic oils in everything, replaced the ZF5 with the ZF6 6 speed tranny, stock 3.73, etc.
on a stock block with no mods...this gives a 10:1 compression ratio.
If you use a very conservative average of 8 hp gain for each mod., I am
estimating a total of about 100hp/tq over a stock setup truck.
MobeyDick...yes I know, that was a nice thought, lots of power. Not for use in a truck though...the power band is too high.
Redford...I got the TS 185s with 38cc chambers (match for PI heads).
All of their other heads are designed for high end hp, for racing and not
good for trucks. They offer a complete topend kit which includes heads,
timing set with adjustable sprockets (to fine tune the cams), ARP bolts
and some other items too. All this cost me about $3k total, got me good
power and took care of all the Ford problems.
Mods include complete K&N intake, cut hole in fiberglass panel for 'ram air',
Gibson headers, custom y-pipe, single 3" Flowmaster exhaust system with
FM 70 series, SCT Livewire, fully 100% synthetic oils in everything, replaced the ZF5 with the ZF6 6 speed tranny, stock 3.73, etc.