The Texas Speed Forged Gen 3 Predator Coyote Resleeved Short Block with Hoops is a 12:1 compression short block built on a brand new Ford Predator block for Gen 3 5.0L Coyote applications. Texas Speed rates it for 1800 horsepower and mid-30 psi of boost, and each block is deburred, balanced and blueprinted in house. Texas Speed states it is designed for high-performance applications including 2024+ Mustangs and will not work with 2021+ Ford trucks.
Darton Coyote sleeves are installed along with Texas Speed's proprietary stainless steel hoop design for added strength under boost. A Ford Performance Boss forged crankshaft with a 3.650" stroke is balanced and matched to Manley 4340 Pro Series I-beam rods with 7/16" ARP2000 bolts and custom Manley Coyote pistons with a +6.75cc dish, 3.661" bore and 1.174" compression distance. ARP main studs and Texas Speed oil squirter block-offs complete the assembly. A head gasket and stud kit and a PAC 1281X valve spring kit are offered as selections.
Specifications
- Engine: Ford 5.0L Coyote Gen 3 (Predator block)
- Block: Brand new Ford Predator block
- Compression ratio: 12:1
- Sleeves: Darton Coyote sleeves
- Cylinder reinforcement: Texas Speed proprietary stainless steel hoops
- Crankshaft: Ford Performance Boss forged, 3.650" stroke, balanced
- Connecting rods: Manley 4340 Pro Series I-beam, 5.933", 7/16" ARP2000 rod bolts
- Pistons: Custom Manley Coyote, +6.75cc dish, 3.661" bore, 3.650" stroke, 5.933" rod length, 1.174" compression distance
- Wrist pins: Manley 9310 chromoly, .866" x 2.500" x .210" wall
- Main fasteners: ARP main studs
- Oil control: Texas Speed Coyote oil squirter block-offs
- Power rating: 1800 HP capable, mid-30 psi of boost per Texas Speed
- Compatibility: 2024+ Mustang applications per Texas Speed; will not work with 2021+ Ford trucks
Kit Includes
- Texas Speed forged Gen 3 Predator Coyote resleeved short block with hoops, 12:1 (TSP-PredSB12.1-RESL)
- Royal Purple 10W-30 break-in oil (qty 24, RYP-11487)
- Ford Modular / Coyote engine stand cradle (TSP-CradleCoyote)
- Short block shipping crate (TSP-SDCrateSB)
- Texas Speed Gen 3 Coyote head gasket and ARP head stud kit (optional, selected at ordering)
- PAC Gen 3/Gen 4 Coyote 1281X valve spring kit, qty 32, reuses stock retainers (optional, selected at ordering)
Ordering Options
Two selections are required at checkout. Head Gasket and Studs: add the Texas Speed Gen 3 Coyote head gasket and ARP head stud kit, or choose none. Spring Kit: add the PAC Gen 3/Gen 4 Coyote 1281X valve spring kit, qty 32, reuses stock retainers, or choose none.
Note: Texas Speed states this short block is designed for high-performance applications including 2024+ Mustangs and will not work with 2021+ Ford trucks.
Vehicle Applications
Engine family: Ford 5.0L Coyote Gen 3, assembled on a Ford Predator block. Vehicle list reflects Texas Speed's published finder data; see compatibility note above.
Ford F-150
- 2018 Ford F-150
- 2019 Ford F-150
- 2020 Ford F-150
Ford Mustang
- 2018 Ford Mustang
- 2019 Ford Mustang
- 2020 Ford Mustang
- 2021 Ford Mustang
- 2022 Ford Mustang
- 2023 Ford Mustang
Ford Mustang S650
- 2024 Ford Mustang S650
Vehicle applications reflect the fitment published by Texas Speed & Performance for this part number. Confirm your engine and cylinder head configuration before ordering.
FAQ
What is the Texas Speed Gen 3 Predator 12:1 short block rated for?
Texas Speed rates the Gen 3 Predator 12:1 hooped short block for 1800 horsepower and mid-30 psi of boost, making it a foundation for high-boost turbocharged or supercharged Coyote builds as well as naturally aspirated engines.
Will this Predator short block fit a 2021+ F-150?
No. Texas Speed states this short block is designed for high-performance applications including 2024+ Mustangs and will not work with 2021+ Ford trucks. Confirm the application before ordering.
What crankshaft, rods and pistons are used?
It uses a Ford Performance Boss forged crankshaft with a 3.650" stroke, Manley 4340 Pro Series I-beam rods with 7/16" ARP2000 bolts and custom Manley Coyote pistons with a +6.75cc dish, 3.661" bore and 1.174" compression distance.
What are the hoops in this short block?
Texas Speed installs its proprietary high-strength stainless steel hoops in the block with the Darton sleeves to improve durability in high-horsepower, high-boost applications, which supports the 1800 horsepower rating.
What is included with the short block?
The package includes the assembled short block, Royal Purple 10W-30 break-in oil, a Coyote engine stand cradle and a shipping crate. A head gasket and stud kit and a PAC 1281X valve spring kit can be added as selections when ordering.
