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Old May 26, 2012 | 08:35 PM
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I have used it in all my other vehicles which were gas burners, so i have been cautious and haven't used it in my PS yet. I would probably use their full synthetic ATF though... I don't see why it would hurt it has better wear resistance than all the others am i right?
Ford's ATF is synthetic. The biggest thing is their tranny fluid is proven already. Why take a chance? It's cheap insurance in my mind.

As to your powermax with turbine diverter valve, your adding more moving parts to something that already has quite a bit of moving parts. It should work, but I can see if it were to go bad, it could go bad.
 
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Old May 29, 2012 | 03:46 PM
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Where exactly are the middle cab bolts?
 
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Old May 29, 2012 | 04:13 PM
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Nevermind guys.. I was looking RIGHT BEHIND the front seat because the writup said that the front seat had to be removed. I just cut a tiny slit in the carpet and Got her out !
 
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Old May 29, 2012 | 07:13 PM
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Originally Posted by tex25025
Ford's ATF is synthetic. The biggest thing is their tranny fluid is proven already. Why take a chance? It's cheap insurance in my mind.

As to your powermax with turbine diverter valve, your adding more moving parts to something that already has quite a bit of moving parts. It should work, but I can see if it were to go bad, it could go bad.
Well I will stick with the Motorcraft then... And i am not getting a turbo for a little while so i have time to think on it more.. Any other turbo's that you think would be a better option?
 
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Old May 29, 2012 | 08:19 PM
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Well I will stick with the Motorcraft then... And i am not getting a turbo for a little while so i have time to think on it more.. Any other turbo's that you think would be a better option?
I'm partial to my Non-VGT 64mm.
 
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Old May 29, 2012 | 08:40 PM
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So, Here is what i have done so far... I have all the cab bolts out also but I didn't take pictures of every bolt hole. kind of redundant... All i have to do now is jack the cab up enough to get my homemade cradle under it to lift it. I will post pics of that also I can't wait to get this done!


 
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Old May 30, 2012 | 11:46 AM
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Alright i have EVERYTHING disconnected.. i am nervous as hell about lifting the cab but nonetheless i have to get started.

By any chance, does anyone have an approximate or exact weight for the crew cab's actual cab? If i knew i wouldn't be quite so nervous. I am scared of the unknown!
 
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Old May 31, 2012 | 06:05 AM
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Success!! and with no issues other than i forgot the ground strap behind the block but that was no biggie i found it before it even got tight
I have one question though, If a snap to connect fitting has a little play in it does it mean it's bad?
 
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Old Jun 2, 2012 | 12:10 PM
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Down to the heads, i am surprised at how good everything looks inside, I had a couple valves that weren't sealing good. I lapped them and now they are seating properly, i will take pictures of me lapping them just for kicks and giggles. the pistons are mint with no pitting marks or excess wear. I am ecstatic! lol I am replacing the valve stem seals also on each valve even though the others were okay, cheap insurance.
 
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Old Jun 12, 2012 | 01:52 PM
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Where do these go? I can't remember it's been a.week since I.took the cab off
 
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Old Jun 12, 2012 | 02:09 PM
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Where do these go? I can't remember it's been a.week since I.took the cab off
Did you mean to post a pic, because I don't see one. Post a pic and I'm sure we can help you out.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 07:34 AM
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I did, I see the picture in my post and the qoute?
 
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 12:27 PM
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I have four posts with pictures on them. Can ANYONE see.the.pictures?? Just in case there is something wrong withthe pics. I have two bushings with steel sleeves that I can't seem to.place on the truck. Every body mount looks complete already.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 12:50 PM
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I can see them.

Scotty, the pics are hosted on photobucket, you might want to check and see if your browser has it blocked.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 12:59 PM
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I can see them now. I'm not sure what thoes are though. You sure they came off the truck?
 
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