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The EGT is definitely higher with the Atlas 40, but that is again, from the longer burn.
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The by products are higher EGT's and less of a need for the Trans to shift to maintain speed. The results there are increased loads on torque converters, clutch packs, and crankshafts/crankshaft bearings.
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In addition, it is always a good idea to pull the alternator and verify that it passes a bench test.
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Strokin Okie
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I will work on testing it this weekend. Meanwhile, I ordered an Atlas 40 FICM (exchange program) since its my daily driver.
I will report back with results....
Thanks Ed!
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How much was the Ford unit? If bought from Ford you could get a DC unit. And I hope its new not rebuilt. Went threw three rebuilt units from Ford even though I told them I wanted new they put on rebuilt.
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Strokin Okie
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The unit is a Ford Reman. They didn't give me an option for a new one, but it comes with a 2 year warranty. The Alt was $194.00, which I thought was pretty cheap and will hopefully get me by for a while. The only accessories that have been added is cab lights.
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Strokin Okie
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Picked it up and got it installed. Definitely runs smoother and a little extra git up and go...
Fingers crossed for some extra mpg's!!!
Thanks again for your help Ed.
Fingers crossed for some extra mpg's!!!
Thanks again for your help Ed.
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how did you get a 2yr warranty on a ford or motorcraft part? I thought all ford parts only had a 12 month warranty.
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They've upped it to 2 years on most everything...
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Is it possible you work them hard? As in have some higher electrical demands? A stocker is a 110A, the factory "upgraded" one is 140A, which I personally find is about the least one can get away with (Ford made the 140A std. in '08)....