VEGE DFK6 Remanufactured Long Block Crate Engine — Ford 4.0 V6 (4.0L/245), 1995–1996
Keep your Ford Aerostar on the road for years to come. The VEGE DFK6 is a fully remanufactured 4.0 V6 engine — the Ford 4.0L / 245 cubic inch V6 long block built specifically for 1995–1996 Aerostar applications. With cylinder heads and oil pump installed and torqued to specification, it’s ready to receive your intake, fuel injection system and accessories — a true drop-in replacement. Crated and shipped fast across Europe from NH Race Engine.
Why Choose the VEGE DFK6?
The Aerostar’s 4.0 V6 is a famously durable workhorse — but after three decades of service, most remaining examples are tired, oil-burning or making ominous noises. Finding a healthy used 4.0 V6 engine for a 1995–1996 Aerostar is nearly impossible today, and a junkyard pull means inheriting someone else’s unknown history with zero warranty.
The DFK6 eliminates the gamble. VEGE completely disassembles every core to individual components, then cleans, crack-tests, measures and machines the block and cylinder heads back to OE tolerances. Each engine is reverse-engineered — known original design defects are identified and eliminated before reassembly, not copied. Wear components are replaced new, and every long block is tested and calibrated before being vacuum-sealed, corrosion-treated and crated for dispatch.
Key Features & Benefits
- Exact 1995–1996 Aerostar Application: The DFK6 is the VEGE long block matched to the 4.0 / 245 V6 with block castings 90 / 93TM-AB — the correct variant for these model years.
- Ford 4.0 V6 Power & Simplicity: The torque-rich OHV 12-valve V6 known for straightforward design and long service life in minivan and truck duty.
- True Remanufacture to Factory Spec: Complete teardown, crack testing, machining to OE tolerances and reassembly by certified technicians — a documented process, not a salvage refresh.
- Reverse-Engineered Reliability: Original design defects are eliminated during remanufacturing, so your replacement engine is built better than the one that failed.
- Long Block Ready: Cylinder heads, valvetrain and oil pump with gasket installed and torqued to specification. Transfer your intake manifold, fuel injection system, ignition and accessories from the original engine.
- Drop-In Replacement: Dimensionally identical to the original Aerostar 4.0 — your engine mounts, wiring, exhaust and accessories all bolt straight on.
- Parts Still Available: The 4.0 V6 enjoys strong European aftermarket support — gaskets, timing components, manifolds, sensors and cooling parts are all obtainable.
- Crated for Safe EU Transport: Vacuum-sealed, corrosion-treated, steel-crate packed and dispatched with full tracking and insurance.
Vehicle Fitment — DFK6 Applications
The VEGE DFK6 4.0 V6 engine long block is the correct variant for:
- Ford Aerostar (1995–1996): 4.0L / 245 V6, OHV 12-valve, fuel injected, naturally aspirated — all body configurations
- Related Applications: Other 1995–1996 Ford applications running the 4.0 / 245 V6 with casting 90 / 93TM-AB — verify with our team
Verify before ordering: VEGE builds multiple variants of the 4.0 / 245 V6. The DFK6 is distinguished by its 1995–1996 application, block castings 90 / 93TM-AB, and no valley pan gasket. Other model years and applications (such as the Ranger/Explorer variant covered by VEGE code DFK5) use different codes. Send us your VIN, engine tag photo or casting numbers and our technical team will confirm the DFK6 is the exact match.
Technical Specifications
| Part Type: | Crate Engine — Long Block (Remanufactured) |
| Product Line: | VEGE Remanufactured Long Block Crate Engines |
| MPN: | DFK6 |
| Summit Part No.: | VRE-DFK6 |
| Actual Displacement: | 4.0L / 245 cu in |
| Configuration: | V6, OHV, 12 valves |
| Aspiration: | Naturally aspirated, fuel injected |
| Model Years: | 1995–1996 |
| Primary Application: | Ford Aerostar |
| Block Castings: | 90, 93TM-AB |
| Valley Pan Gasket: | Not included / not applicable |
| Cylinder Heads: | Included |
| Oil Pump: | Included, with gasket |
| Spark Plugs: | Not included |
| Assembled: | Yes — sold individually |
What’s Included vs. What You Transfer
| Component | Included | Transfer from Original Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Engine block (remanufactured) | ✅ | — |
| Crankshaft, pistons, rods, bearings | ✅ | — |
| Cylinder heads & valvetrain | ✅ | — |
| Oil pump & gasket | ✅ | — |
| Intake manifold | — | ✅ |
| Fuel injection system / throttle body | — | ✅ |
| Exhaust manifold | — | ✅ |
| Ignition system & coils | — | ✅ |
| Oil pan | — | ✅ |
| Valve covers & timing cover | — | ✅ |
| Water pump & thermostat | — | ✅ |
| Harmonic balancer | — | ✅ |
| Flexplate / flywheel | — | ✅ |
| Spark plugs & wires | — | ✅ |
DFK6 vs. DFK5 — Which 4.0 V6 Do You Need?
| Feature | DFK6 (This Engine) | DFK5 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0L / 245 V6 | 4.0L / 245 V6 |
| Configuration | OHV 12-valve, FI | OHV, naturally aspirated |
| Model Years | 1995–1996 | Earlier 4.0 V6 applications |
| Primary Application | Ford Aerostar | Ranger, Explorer & related |
| Block Castings | 90, 93TM-AB | Verify with VIN |
| Valley Pan Gasket | None / not applicable | Verify with VIN |
| Best For | 1995–96 Aerostar replacement | Ranger / Explorer repowers |
When in doubt, send us your VIN — we’ll confirm the correct code before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the VEGE DFK6 a drop-in replacement for my 1995–1996 Aerostar?
Yes — as a long block, the DFK6 installs using your original intake manifold, fuel injection system, exhaust manifold, ignition, water pump, balancer and flexplate. Confirm your block castings (90 / 93TM-AB) with our team before ordering, or send us your VIN.
What’s the difference between DFK6 and DFK5?
Both are VEGE Ford 4.0 / 245 V6 long blocks, but they cover different applications and years. The DFK6 is the 1995–1996 Aerostar variant with castings 90 / 93TM-AB; the DFK5 covers earlier Ranger, Explorer and related applications. Your VIN determines which one fits.
Does the DFK6 include the intake manifold, fuel injection and oil pan?
No — this is a long block. It includes the assembled block, cylinder heads, valvetrain, oil pump and gasket. Intake, fuel injection, exhaust, ignition, oil pan, valve covers, timing cover, water pump, balancer and flexplate transfer from your original engine.
Is a remanufactured 4.0 V6 worth it for an old Aerostar?
If the rest of the van is solid, absolutely — a remanufactured long block costs a fraction of a replacement vehicle, and the 4.0 V6 is one of the most durable engines Ford ever built. If the body is rusted out, a VEGE long block is also an excellent, affordable foundation for a swap project.
Do I need to return my old engine core?
Core policy varies by order type — many VEGE engines are available with no core required. Contact NH Race Engine for current terms.
Recommended Companion Products
- Complete engine installation gasket set
- Break-in oil & assembly lubricant
- New water pump & thermostat
- Ignition components, plugs & wires
- Engine mounts & hardware
- All VEGE remanufactured crate engines
What Does It Fit?
Condition & Pre-Delivery Inspection
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Factory process: thermal cleaning, magnetic crack-testing, OEM-tolerance machining, all-new wearable parts, test-bench run
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Our inspection on arrival in Kessel: crate integrity, external damage check, rotation confirmation, sealing caps intact
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Your installer should: fit new gaskets and seals on all transfer parts, verify CA-spec sensor compatibility, prime the oiling system before first start, and follow our installation guides
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Register your warranty on our warranty registration page
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Federal-spec version: VEGE DFK5 Remanufactured Ford 4.0L V6 [LINK WHEN LIVE]
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1997+ Explorer? You need the SOHC: [DFDJ / DFDH / DFKH 4.0L SOHC listings] [LINK IN CMS]
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Browse the full crate engines collection — Ford VEGE range: [DFFQ Coyote €1,850] · [DF39 351W] · [DFTE 5.4L] · [DF09 300 I6 €1,000] and more
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Core exchange — ask about returning your old engine to lower the price
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