Can someone explain what a "mod" motor is? I've asked several techs. the only answer I get are "because it has OHC", and "every part is its own".

As you may see, I dont feel comfortable with those answers.

thank you

 

Mod = Short for modular.

That means the same engines are used in several different cars/trucks with some small changes and the parts are generally interchangeable.

 

I'm not a Ford tech but I either read in a magazine or saw it on an auto show that the work "modular" has to deal with how Ford casts the engine blocks.

From what I remember, they use the same modules but add an extra 2 cylinders for the V10 and take 2 away for the V6. I want to say it was on the speed channel where I saw it.

 

Now that sounds better.

 

It generally is used to describe the adaptive assembly line, like mentioned earlier, that a few models of engines can be produced on the same line. We have all necessary stock on hand for model changes at our plant. Computer logic is adaptive and ready to go. Going through all kinds of classes at work, the plant that makes the 3v 5.4L in Windsor, I've learned all kinds of useless info, like acronyms.

 

awesome. now I can go to work and tell the Techs what it means

 

LOL- Sometimes Mod means modified - depends how it's stated .

 

According to Ford, "modular" means each of the engine's major subassemblies (block, heads) is a module. IDK why older engines were any less "modular", but that's what Ford says it means.

 

They are the 4.6, 5.4, and 6.8Ls No V6 mod motor ever got put into production.

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