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Old 09-06-2014, 10:18 PM
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The vin decoder says I have a 4.7L SOHC. This engine does Not appear to be an OHC. And had to get a diff oil filter than what the parts store gave me for it. Threads were too small on the first one. Any info greatly appreciated!
 
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The 08 4.7 is different than the preceding years. Post a picture of your engine (helps alot).
 
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Yep '08 marked significant upgrades to the 4.7, requires different filter from previous models. Changes included two plugs per cylinder and compression increased to 9.8:1 making over 300 HP compared to the 235 HP when the engine was introduced in 1999. But don't think for a minute that it's not an OHC...
 

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Thanks, much appreciated
 




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