Ford's 3.8L on the Windstar SEL 1999

Does this engine have a model number or name?

Looks like the engine is referred to as the "Essex" correct?

Yes, the Windstar 3.8 is the Essex engine.

Front wheel drive version is different block from rear wheel drive.
1999 was a major change year, significant differences from 1998.....there are other year-to year changes as well.

i wonder if the top ends are the same? as i have a friend that is scrapping a thunderbird with a 3.8 supercharger and i got to thinking How much fun it would be to have a supercharged Mini-Van.....Just imagine how many people you could pi**-off when they try and overtake you on the freeway or from a stop light:lol2:.. anyways maybe i'll pick it up and think about it some more not like it has an expiry date on it if i put it in storage