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Nov 14, 2012 | 12:37 PM

JohnDeereFarmerUSMC

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Big snag!!!!

Cannot get the front cross member off on the front clip (above intercooler). The passenger side comes up but the drivers side seems like its frozen or locked in, any tips??

Nov 14, 2012 | 12:44 PM

JohnDeereFarmerUSMC

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Nvm nothing a bfh won't fix

Nov 14, 2012 | 12:53 PM

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Nvm nothing a bfh won't fix

Always nice to have a BFH on hand.

Nov 14, 2012 | 12:56 PM

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try harder!!!

Nov 14, 2012 | 01:24 PM

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Hammer or some penetrating oil and a propane torch

Nov 14, 2012 | 02:08 PM

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Got mine out just by man handling and it came out with the intercooler. Going back in was where i needed the hammer and pry bars.

Nov 14, 2012 | 03:48 PM

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Fuel line disconnection, I have the 3/8 tool how do I do it lol

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Nov 14, 2012 | 08:11 PM

JohnDeereFarmerUSMC

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Pullin' the motor :P, an this far it's shocking how much the 6.0 &7.3 are alike in some areas yet very different in others

Nov 15, 2012 | 10:32 AM

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Fuel line disconnection, I have the 3/8 tool how do I do it lol

Slide the tool into the connector to release tension on the garter spring and pull.

This is the typical QD connector.

Nov 15, 2012 | 12:24 PM

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I know you've already done it, but there is no reason to remove all that stuff to pull engine. I've done it both ways and I will never take all that off again... Not only does it add HOURS to the engine R&R - you have to evacuate and recharge the AC system.

The problem with the piece you are struggling with is the fenders are too close together. You probably ended up pushing them apart to get it out and will likely need to pull them together to get the bolt holes to line up when ya put it back together. A ratchet strap will help with pulling them together.