Failure Prevention Thread
Postmaster
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Another good one is the wires going over the drivers side valve cover tend to rub. They put the high voltage wires going to the injectors towards the bottom of the bundle that go to the 42 pin connection. Another wire loom and electrical tape fix. I can't take credit for this one either. Just something I have read.
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Here's what every one of us should have in the glove box or behind the seat. Click here Replacement O-rings for Ford Diesel Engines You just never know. Me and Rick Millerfeed have this kit in our trucks. Would you consider this as failure prevention or after the fact, anything to get you back on the road after failure, is important too. Not to get us off track Greg, just wanted to add.
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Post Fiend
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I know some of these are gray areas though so the suggestion is certainly appreciated. I included the wrap around upper radiator hose because it's a useful upgrade just in case a serpentine belt does fail on the side of the road because it can be easily changed without opening up the cooling system (which could be dangerous with a hot engine...)
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Cobra, i got Greg on the reps.
Greg wonderful post, i was actually researching all the stuff i need to update on my truck, as I am approaching the 200,000 mile mark. This will definitely be helpful, as the search function is very time consuming, and my work productivity has been suffering
Greg wonderful post, i was actually researching all the stuff i need to update on my truck, as I am approaching the 200,000 mile mark. This will definitely be helpful, as the search function is very time consuming, and my work productivity has been suffering
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From: Belgrade, MT
ESOF
For those with ESOF systems, Guzzles hub maint is paramount. That and cleaning the connections to the xfer case and putting more dialectic grease on the connectors, as well as t-case fluid swaps.
Axle fluid changes as well, I do not have the recomended interval, but it is essential.
The power steering flush/fluid swap, important to proper steering AND braking. http://www.superdutypsd.com/power_steering_flush.php
Brake slide pin maintenance/upgrade. Brakes are extremely important!
I shall return when I reread whats posted again!
Edit: Oil pan, clean, and recoat with POR or other rust inhibitor. Pan does not come off without engine removal. Essential for rust belt folks.
Axle fluid changes as well, I do not have the recomended interval, but it is essential.
The power steering flush/fluid swap, important to proper steering AND braking. http://www.superdutypsd.com/power_steering_flush.php
Brake slide pin maintenance/upgrade. Brakes are extremely important!
I shall return when I reread whats posted again!
Edit: Oil pan, clean, and recoat with POR or other rust inhibitor. Pan does not come off without engine removal. Essential for rust belt folks.
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Post Fiend
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From: Mesa AZ
Cobra, i got Greg on the reps.
Greg wonderful post, i was actually researching all the stuff i need to update on my truck, as I am approaching the 200,000 mile mark. This will definitely be helpful, as the search function is very time consuming, and my work productivity has been suffering
Greg wonderful post, i was actually researching all the stuff i need to update on my truck, as I am approaching the 200,000 mile mark. This will definitely be helpful, as the search function is very time consuming, and my work productivity has been suffering
Now that I have two trucks to maintain I am thinking of things to do that will avoid unnecessary repair if possible. Kind of like a "spring cleaning" project of sorts.
(getting ready for RV season...)
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From: Mesa AZ
For those with ESOF systems, Guzzles hub maint is paramount. That and cleaning the connections to the xfer case and putting more dialectic grease on the connectors, as well as t-case fluid swaps.
Axle fluid changes as well, I do not have the recomended interval, but it is essential.
The power steering flush/fluid swap, important to proper steering AND braking.
Brake slide pin maintenance/upgrade. Brakes are extremely important!
I shall return when I reread whats posted again!
Edit: Oil pan, clean, and recoat with POR or other rust inhibitor. Pan does not come off without engine removal. Essential for rust belt folks.
Axle fluid changes as well, I do not have the recomended interval, but it is essential.
The power steering flush/fluid swap, important to proper steering AND braking.
Brake slide pin maintenance/upgrade. Brakes are extremely important!
I shall return when I reread whats posted again!
Edit: Oil pan, clean, and recoat with POR or other rust inhibitor. Pan does not come off without engine removal. Essential for rust belt folks.
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Post Fiend
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From: Mesa AZ
Hutch and Harpoon Mod.
Some PSD owners have experienced restricted fuel flow due to clogged screens in the mixing chamber/pick up tube inside the tank. The solution is located here.
Welcome to guzzle's In-tank Hutch Mod Web Page
For any new owners out there, Guzzle's Power Stroke Home Page is a valuable resource for many different maintenance and preventive maintenance items.
Welcome to guzzle's Ford PSD Web Pages
Some PSD owners have experienced restricted fuel flow due to clogged screens in the mixing chamber/pick up tube inside the tank. The solution is located here.
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For any new owners out there, Guzzle's Power Stroke Home Page is a valuable resource for many different maintenance and preventive maintenance items.
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Very good thread topic. For me, contemplating taking my 'new' truck on a 2,000 mile move, these ideas are going to be taken very very seriously.
I was talking to a coworker today about the wisdom of buying a 10 year old truck with over 100,000 miles. My point was that the bad ideas have mostly gone by the wayside, and the good ideas keep getting better! Of course, implementing the good ideas on my stock truck is going to cost me thousands (add up a AT valve body, intake, exhaust, gauges, at cooler, FRx, HPx and it costs a lot!) but that when I'm done, I'll have a very reliable, proven truck for less than I set out to pay in the first place.
So I say, thanks again to FTE, and all who are participating!
I was talking to a coworker today about the wisdom of buying a 10 year old truck with over 100,000 miles. My point was that the bad ideas have mostly gone by the wayside, and the good ideas keep getting better! Of course, implementing the good ideas on my stock truck is going to cost me thousands (add up a AT valve body, intake, exhaust, gauges, at cooler, FRx, HPx and it costs a lot!) but that when I'm done, I'll have a very reliable, proven truck for less than I set out to pay in the first place.
So I say, thanks again to FTE, and all who are participating!
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Here's the coolant flush and heavy duty Extended Life Coolant information thread I put together.
Gooch's coolant flush and HD ELC information thread for late '99 trucks and up
Stewart
Gooch's coolant flush and HD ELC information thread for late '99 trucks and up
Stewart
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From: Opelika, AL
What about Pops AC clutch shimming....
I also remeber someone posting a way to remove the AC Blower motor to clean junk behind it (which i did and it worked great). I took pics of it when i did it but then the computer crashed before i could do a write up.
with summer coming these will be popular topics
Edit:
This is the link to the Evaporator Core Cleaning
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...lows-cold.html
I also remeber someone posting a way to remove the AC Blower motor to clean junk behind it (which i did and it worked great). I took pics of it when i did it but then the computer crashed before i could do a write up.
with summer coming these will be popular topics
Edit:
This is the link to the Evaporator Core Cleaning
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...lows-cold.html