{"product_id":"v8-diesel-engine-fully-customised","title":"Used but New Ford Performance 5.0L Coyote V8 Crate Engine long block assembly","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eA \"new but used\" Ford Performance 5.0L Coyote V8 crate engine typically refers to a unit that has been purchased as a brand-new crate assembly but was never installed or run in a vehicle. These are often referred to as \"take-offs\" or \"new-in-box\" private sales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eIf you are looking at such an engine for your project, here are the critical factors to verify, given the complex nature of the Coyote platform:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e1. Identify the Generation (Gen 1–4)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe Coyote engine has undergone significant changes since its 2011 introduction. A \"new\" crate engine could be an older generation sitting in storage, which may impact your build:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGen 1 (2011–2014):\u003c\/b\u003e 12mm head bolts, different firing order, and port injection only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGen 2 (2015–2017):\u003c\/b\u003e 11mm head bolts, improved cylinder heads, and intake camshafts with mid-lock phasers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGen 3 (2018–2023):\u003c\/b\u003e Dual fuel injection (port + direct), plasma-transferred wire arc (PTWA) cylinder liners, and 12:1 compression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGen 4 (2024–Present):\u003c\/b\u003e Further refinements, including revised camshafts and, in some cases, components borrowed from the 5.2L Predator engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy it matters:\u003c\/b\u003e Harnesses, PCMs (engine computers), exhaust manifolds, and fuel systems are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e universally interchangeable across generations. Verify the specific part number (often beginning with \"M-6007-\") to know exactly what you are buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e2. Verify \"Long Block\" vs. \"Crate Engine\" Completeness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eA \"long block\" assembly is generally defined as the engine block, rotating assembly, and cylinder heads. It usually \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"116\"\u003edoes not include\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eIntake manifold or throttle bodies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eFuel rails and injectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eAlternator, water pump, or accessory drives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eEngine wiring harness or PCM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003eFlywheel or flex plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eIf the seller claims it is a \"crate engine\" but it is only a \"long block,\" you will need to budget significantly more for the missing peripherals to get it running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e3. Inspection Checklist for \"New but Used\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eEven if the engine has never been fired, improper storage can cause issues:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCorrosion\/Moisture:\u003c\/b\u003e Check the cylinder bores (if accessible) and exhaust ports for signs of oxidation if it was stored in a non-climate-controlled environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRotating Assembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure the crankshaft turns over smoothly by hand. If it is seized, it has likely suffered internal corrosion from sitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVerification of \"New\" Status:\u003c\/b\u003e Look for factory assembly markings, clean oil journals, and the absence of gasket sealant or tool marks on the bolt heads, which would indicate it has been opened or serviced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/b\u003e Always ask for the original receipt or proof of purchase. Ford Performance crate engines are tracked by serial number, and having the original documentation is essential for verifying authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e4. Warranty Reality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eIf you buy a Ford Performance crate engine from a private seller, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003ethe original factory warranty is typically non-transferable\u003c\/b\u003e. If the engine has a defect, you will have no recourse with Ford Performance. This is the primary trade-off for buying a \"new but used\" engine at a discount compared to purchasing directly from an authorized retailer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PARTS N AUTO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48309305540820,"sku":null,"price":12499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3634\/5300\/files\/pngwing.com_1_07f804f8-03a6-4c0f-b9f1-d510e51334f1.png?v=1784202527","url":"https:\/\/partsnauto.com\/products\/v8-diesel-engine-fully-customised","provider":"PARTS N AUTO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}