Comp 2015+ Coyote Mustang CR Camshafts Stage 3 (2024)

FAQs

How much HP does a cam add to a 5.0 Mustang? ›

More High-RPM Power

Mild cams may only offer an increase in the 10 hp range. However, aggressive cam kits with extra mods can easily add over 100 horsepower.

This is one of the most common questions asked by our Ford customers. The firing order for the early 221-302 engines and the early 5.0 engines is 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8.

The 4.6 Liter V8 found in the Mustang GT uses a single overhead camshaft, in both the two valve versions found from 1996 to 2004 as well as the three valve versions found in the 2005-2010 Mustangs.

It is a lot more aggressive and worth an additional 20 hp on top of the gains from the 8710 grind or 123 hp over a stock LS3 when combined with a stroker kit.

Yes. Adjusting the camshafts so the cams are slightly ahead or behind will alter the engine's performance. Advancing the timing will cause the fuel intakes to open and close earlier, which improves low-end torque. Conversely, retarding the cam will improve high-end horsepower at the expense of low-end torque.

Sure. For how long varies greatly. I'd recommend some upgrades if you want it to last. Pure totally stock, for about 30 seconds if the blower is actually making any boost.

The original 5.0L, debuting in the 80's, packed 225 horsepower at its peak. Aftermarket builds showed that the stock iron block was good for about 500 horsepower before separating into smaller pieces.

This means Ford's venerable 5.0L engine makes on the order of 300 horsepower and 300 pounds torque at the crank from the factory. When you consider power losses through the driveline courting 50-70 horsepower, 230 horsepower and 300 torque are good numbers from a tired mill.

The crank sensor wheel is rear mounted compared to the front mounted designs of the other Modulars and the relocation of the crank sensor produces a more stable signal. The firing order for the Coyote changed from 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 to 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2.

In 1985, Ford introduced hydraulic roller tappet camshafts on the 302 (5.0L) HO engine for the Mustang and Lincoln Mark VII LSC. Roller camshafts offer better durability and higher RPM capability than flat-tappet cams.

Why did Ford change its 302 firing order? ›

According to Ford Motor Co. engineers, the 5.0L H.O. adopted the 351W firing order (1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8) to improve the intake manifold sound quality. Ford's 5.0L H.O. has a distinct sound that benefits greatly from the addition of a cold air intake system and a pair of chambered mufflers.

The 4-valve DOHC version of the Modular engine was introduced in the 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII as the 4.6 L Four-Cam V8. Lincoln marketed the engine under the name InTech after 1995.

Versions of the 4.6 Modular V8

There are three key versions of the Ford 4.6 Modular V8, including: 2-Valve SOHC (single overhead camshaft) 3-Valve SOHC. 4-Valve DOHC (dual overhead camshaft)

Any good upgrade camshaft will have longer duration of valve opening events and also create more valve lift. Depending on the combination this will result in a different spread of torque across the rpm range. Some camshafts give more low down torque than any standard cam and make more power everywhere in the rpm range.

Equipped with the Summit Stage-4 cam, the peak power output jumped to 568 hp, but peak torque dropped slightly to 510 lb-ft. If you look at the curves, the wilder cam offered more power above 5,500 rpm, but it lost out to the milder Comp cam below that point. Such is the trade-off inherent in wilder cam timing.

A stage 3 remap is the most extreme form of engine tuning, and it should only be carried out by experienced professionals. Stage 3 remaps involve significant modifications to the engine, turbocharger, and intercooler, and they can result in power gains of over 50%.

The Stage 4 grind has made a name for itself not only in the truck world, but in the street car market as well. This camshaft is suited for the consumer that wants maximum peak power, and isn't looking to use their truck as a work horse in the towing department.