Ford SC 3.8L V6 Remanufactured Engine 1994-1996

Description

Featuring an exact 232 cubic inch displacement, this Ford SC 3.8L Remanufactured Engine brings supercharged Essex V6 performance back to factory standards. The 6-Cylinder 12-Valve OHV configuration produces heavy low-end torque for factory boosted coupes. A required trade-off involves strict adherence to multi-layer head bolt torque sequences and intercooler reservoir bleeding to protect new head gaskets from detonation on first drive.

High-strength cast iron block carries foundry casting mark F1SE-CA with thick cylinder wall webbing to support supercharger pressures. Remanufactured iron cylinder heads carry casting mark f3se-a20a with heavy deck surfaces. The assembled long block measures 36in length by 36in width by 36in height in its shipping crate with a dry weight of 260 lbs. Rotating assembly features a forged steel micro-polished crankshaft, forged steel connecting rods, dish-top supercharged pistons, and a 5.0-quart oil pan.

Key Features of Ford SC 3.8L

Specialty restoration shops buy Ford SC 3.8L remanufactured engine assemblies to eliminate perennial head gasket failures in factory supercharged sports coupes. This reinforced Essex V6 platform handles Eaton M90 boost loads while preserving original engine control diagnostics.

• Heavy cast iron block decks are CNC-machined to Ra 25 smoothness to eliminate chronic head gasket failure
• Diamond plateau cylinder honing creates deep oil retention cross-hatching to seat heavy-duty ring packs
• Forged steel crankshaft journals undergo micro-polishing to hold 0.0003in TIR concentricity
• Align-honed main saddles preserve 0.0013in bearing clearances to protect bottom-end bearings under boost
• Multi-layer steel head gaskets clamped with high-tensile fasteners seal positive manifold pressures
• Camshaft lobes are profile-ground to original supercharged lift and duration specifications for clean power delivery
• Reconditioned 12-Valve cylinder heads feature hardened valve seats cut to 0.001in concentricity to stop valve leakage

Dyno Load Precision Machining Tolerances

Dyno cell spin testing confirms 230 HP output at 4,400 RPM and 330 ft-lbs torque at 2,500 RPM under simulated load conditions. Machine shop tolerances enforce crankshaft journal runout below 0.0003in TIR and connecting rod oil clearance of 0.0012in. Plateau-honed cylinders produce uniform compression between 160 PSI and 165 PSI across all 6 combustion chambers. Hot engine oil pressure holds steady at 50 PSI at 2,500 RPM while regulated coolant operating temperatures stabilize at 195°F during full machine heat cycles.

Vehicle Fitment Drivetrain Guide

This remanufactured long block fits 1994 to 1996 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe and Mercury Cougar XR7 models equipped with the supercharged 3.8L 232 ci V6 engine and VIN code R. Compatible with rear-wheel drive systems backed by 5-Speed Manual or 4-Speed Automatic transmissions. Drivetrain note: this engine does not fit non-turbo 3.8L Mustang or Taurus applications, nor will it bolt into front-wheel drive Windstar vans due to block casting differences.

Installation Protocol Service Schedules

Prime the oil pump drive using an external tool through the distributor bore before initial ignition. Inspect supercharger bypass valve operation and bleed the liquid intercooler cooling circuit. Never run this supercharged long block with smaller overdrive pulleys exceeding 12 PSI of boost without installing larger injectors and an aftermarket fuel pump.

• Fill crankcase with 5.0 quarts of conventional 10W-30 break-in oil containing high zinc levels
• Drain break-in motor oil and install a fresh oil filter after completing 500 miles
• Complete ongoing motor oil and filter changes every 3,000 miles to keep oil galleys free of varnish

Warranty Terms Core Return Policy

Each remanufactured Essex engine comes protected by a 3-Year Unlimited-Mile parts warranty for retail and fleet buyers. We coordinate prepaid return freight for your rebuildable core assembly within a 30-day return window. Wooden shipping crates contain the long block assembly, oil pan, front timing cover, valve covers, and installation documentation.