Originally posted by DemonSVT:
231HP from the 3L is pathetic output though.
Take into account all the "extras" (DAMB, VVT, Intake, CR, Spark Curve, etc) over a normal Duratec and it's downright embarassing IMO.

I had more then that with my 2.5L without even doing any engine or head related work.

All bolt ons and home brew mods. (~192 = 235-238 crank)

Then I added headers & duals... Exactly...


so - your saying that with your same mods the 3L would be around what? ~270???

the Jag/LS motor makes more power stock for stock than the Taurus/Tour motor. Reason states that similar mods will gain similar power. Thus if you start with more you will always have more mod for mod.

having said that -
anyone know if the block castings from the LS/S-type and Taurus/Tour are the same? Reason I ask is engine mounts.

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