2013 explorer sport engine in 2006?

[rusty813]

Just curious do you think it would possible to install a 2013 explorer sport engine in 2006-2010 explorer. I heard there are modules you can attach from the engine to the transmission when upgrading a vehicles engine.

 

[Flag Gibby]

I don't see it happening because the new explorers are designed around a primarily FWD setup with the engine mounted transversely (I believe).

 

[Explorer_PL]

What's the sport engine ?

But overall, these type of swaps cost tons of money and people never finish them due to engine management issues and fittment problems. Lots of custom parts to fabricate: brackets, engine mounts, tranny adapters, ....

There is a great thread in the Sport Track section where a speed shop installed a Coyote 5.0 in a 06-10 gen sport track. Lots of headaches.

 

[kam327]

The sport engine is the 3.5L Ecoboost.

Seems like you'd have to have a doctorate in powertrain engineering to pull that swap off.

 

[rusty813]

thanks guys for the input : )

 

[Explorer_PL]

Rusty -

let us know when you done and how it drives

Just kidding.

 

[mes882]

What if you used one out of an f150?? That would be rear wheel drive.

 

[Flag Gibby]

Good luck with that, the explorer is an independent rear and the F150 has a solid axle. Plus the drivelines are a completely different length and who knows if the transfercase/transmission from the F150 will fit under the vehicle where it needs to go. Bottom line, too many unknowns.

 

[Turdle]

well,
I have an f150 transfer case in my 2000 Mountaineer. Drive shaft length can be easily corrected. Drive shafts do not care if the rear axle is independent, or rigid. --The computer "should" work providing all the speed sensor stuff works out.


Do this please!!!!!!


I know this is a reach, but I would love to see the size of the ecoboost compared to a 5.0l pushrod engine. (slight hijack)

 

[Flag Gibby]

I have seen the new 5.0 in a F150 and the 3.5 ecoboost and the 3.5 has significantly more working room in the engine compartment.

You need to check this out to get an idea of the labor that might be involved.
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=147380&showall=1