Break in period for 08' Exp
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#3
I have never followed the break in period after the first 250 miles, after that everything is pretty much good to go. Heck we take our F-550s w/ 8 miles on them and load them to over 22K lbs and run them that way for 80K miles. Haven't had a transfer case or axle fail. Engines crap out all the time but thats the 6.0. I think break in periods are a thing of the past.
#4
Originally Posted by montecarlo31
I have never followed the break in period after the first 250 miles, after that everything is pretty much good to go. Heck we take our F-550s w/ 8 miles on them and load them to over 22K lbs and run them that way for 80K miles. Haven't had a transfer case or axle fail. Engines crap out all the time but thats the 6.0. I think break in periods are a thing of the past.
#5
Originally Posted by 680276122
Maybe I'm hard of reading, but I couldn't find what the recommended breakin period is on the 08' Expeditions? I'm guessing that it's 1000 miles, no constant speed for > 10 minutes, no more than 3.5K RPM's.
Tim
#6
from '08 Expy Owners Guide page 6:
"BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive
continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of
new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the
moving parts a chance to break in.
Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a
trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to
Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.
Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since
these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the
Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil
usage."
It is really amazing how many people do not read the owner's manual. Who knows why, but it's a fact. The owners manual has almost everything that you need to know about your vehicle. Its a big book, owners paid for it, but it wastes away in the glove box or in the trash. Too bad.
"BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive
continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of
new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the
moving parts a chance to break in.
Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a
trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to
Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.
Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since
these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the
Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil
usage."
It is really amazing how many people do not read the owner's manual. Who knows why, but it's a fact. The owners manual has almost everything that you need to know about your vehicle. Its a big book, owners paid for it, but it wastes away in the glove box or in the trash. Too bad.
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#8
Originally Posted by 680276122
Rich,
Thanks for pointing it out for me. I did read the manual, and even took the time to find something on the breakin period, but obviously overlooked what you posted. Thanks again.
Thanks for pointing it out for me. I did read the manual, and even took the time to find something on the breakin period, but obviously overlooked what you posted. Thanks again.
I suppose that I am too **** sometimes! I read everything that came with the vehicle and I am part of the way through the shop manual.
#11
Rich, does the manual state normal and maximum operating temperatures?
If you can look it up, I’d like to know about; Cylinder Head Temperature, Transmission Fluid Temperature, Engine Coolant Temperature, and Engine Oil Temperature.
I’ve got a MSD Dashawk monitor and can look at everything except for EOT. I’ve got some datalogs stored in the unit that I haven’t downloaded yet from a travel trailer tow I made last week round trip Phoenix to San Diego.
If you can look it up, I’d like to know about; Cylinder Head Temperature, Transmission Fluid Temperature, Engine Coolant Temperature, and Engine Oil Temperature.
I’ve got a MSD Dashawk monitor and can look at everything except for EOT. I’ve got some datalogs stored in the unit that I haven’t downloaded yet from a travel trailer tow I made last week round trip Phoenix to San Diego.
#12
Ford has no OBD2 sensor for Engine Oil Temperature. You'll need an analog sensor.
Head temperature on mine runs maybe 1° or 2° above coolant temperature and that rarely exceeds 200° when towing.
Towing my 5000 pound camper thru the Alleganies in central PA.
No data yet on trans temp other than daily driving.
The torque converter locks in 4th, 5th, and 6th for sure.
-- Chuck
Head temperature on mine runs maybe 1° or 2° above coolant temperature and that rarely exceeds 200° when towing.
Towing my 5000 pound camper thru the Alleganies in central PA.
No data yet on trans temp other than daily driving.
The torque converter locks in 4th, 5th, and 6th for sure.
-- Chuck
#13
Originally Posted by 07EXPYEL
Rich, does the manual state normal and maximum operating temperatures?
If you can look it up, I’d like to know about; Cylinder Head Temperature, Transmission Fluid Temperature, Engine Coolant Temperature, and Engine Oil Temperature.
I’ve got a MSD Dashawk monitor and can look at everything except for EOT. I’ve got some datalogs stored in the unit that I haven’t downloaded yet from a travel trailer tow I made last week round trip Phoenix to San Diego.
If you can look it up, I’d like to know about; Cylinder Head Temperature, Transmission Fluid Temperature, Engine Coolant Temperature, and Engine Oil Temperature.
I’ve got a MSD Dashawk monitor and can look at everything except for EOT. I’ve got some datalogs stored in the unit that I haven’t downloaded yet from a travel trailer tow I made last week round trip Phoenix to San Diego.
#14
Originally Posted by 680276122
Maybe I'm hard of reading, but I couldn't find what the recommended breakin period is on the 08' Expeditions? I'm guessing that it's 1000 miles, no constant speed for > 10 minutes, no more than 3.5K RPM's.