New Ford Ranger & Taurus 3.0L OHV Cylinder Head (1986-1999)

New Ford 3.0L OHV Vulcan Cylinder Head – 1986–1999 Ranger, Taurus, Windstar

New OEM-Quality Replacement Cylinder Heads for Ford 3.0L OHV Engines

Restore your engine’s mechanical integrity with this all-new 3.0L OHV ‘Vulcan’ cylinder head, specifically engineered for 1986–1999 Ford Ranger, Taurus, and Mazda B3000 applications. This fresh, high-density casting features upgraded induction-hardened valve seats to eliminate the chronic seat recession and compression loss common in high-mileage factory units. Although the gasket surface is pre-milled, every unit undergoes an in-house precision verification to ensure the Surface Roughness (Ra) meets the strict requirements for modern head gaskets, preventing localized hot spots and coolant leaks. We perform final guide sizing and multi-angle valve seat cutting on our Rottler equipment to ensure perfect valvetrain geometry and a 100% airtight seal. Pressure tested to 60 PSI and built to exceed OEM durability standards, this head provides a permanent, professional-grade solution for the 3.0L Vulcan platform.

🛠️ In-House Machining Process

• Debris-Free Preparation: Every new casting is chemically cleaned and blown out to remove all residual machining oils, metal shavings, and manufacturing debris. This ensures your oiling system remains uncontaminated from the first start-up.

• In-House Precision Machining: Unlike “shelf-stock” heads, we perform all final machine work in-house. This includes final guide sizing and precision valve seat cutting to ensure perfect geometry and clearances before the head reaches the assembly bench.

• Pressure & Integrity Testing: To go beyond the factory standard, we pressure-test every head to 60 PSI. This verifies that the casting is free of porosity leaks or internal defects that could compromise the cooling or oiling systems.

• Dimensional Inspection: Our technicians perform a multi-point inspection of the gasket-sealing surface and bore alignment. This ensures the head is perfectly flat and meets tight OEM tolerances for a flawless fit.

• Professional Assembly & Setup: Valvetrain components are installed and verified in a clean-room environment. We check spring heights and seal seating to ensure the assembly is balanced and ready for high-performance use.

• Vacuum-Seal Verification: Every intake and exhaust port is Vacuum Tested. This guarantees a 100% airtight seal between the valves and seats, ensuring maximum compression and peak performance right out of the box.

📊 Technical Specifications

• Engine Size: 3.0L OHV

• Condition: Brand New

• Quantity: Sold as a Pair (2 Cylinder Heads)

• Core Return Required
• Each Cylinder Head Includes: Valves and Springs Installed

🚛 Fitment Data

Common Applications:

• Ford Aerostar: 1986–1987 Ford Aerostar (3.0L)
• Ford Aerostar: 1988–1989 Ford Aerostar (3.0L)
• Ford Aerostar: 1990–1997 Ford Aerostar (3.0L)
• Mazda B-3000: 1994–1999 Mazda B-3000 (3.0L)
• Ford Probe: 1990–1992 Ford Probe (3.0L)
• Ford Ranger: 1991–1999 Ford Ranger (3.0L)
• Mercury Sable: 1986–1986 Mercury Sable (3.0L)
• Mercury Sable: 1987–1987 Mercury Sable (3.0L)
• Mercury Sable: 1988–1995 Mercury Sable (3.0L)
• Mercury Sable: 1996–1999 Mercury Sable (6-183, 3.0L)
• Ford Taurus: 1986–1995 Ford Taurus (3.0L)
• Ford Taurus: 1996–1999 Ford Taurus (3.0L)
• Ford Tempo: 1992–1994 Ford Tempo (3.0L)
• Mercury Topaz: 1992–1994 Mercury Topaz (3.0L)
• Ford Windstar: 1995–1999 Ford Windstar (3.0L)