EGT SENSOR TIP
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EGT SENSOR TIP
I decided today to take out the EGT sensors and put some anitseize on them. I've had no problem with them. Though I only have 32K on my truck I did buy a spare sensor and code scanner/reader. Better prepared than sorry on the side of the road, like in the middle of the Mojave for example.
Anyhow, back to today. I unplugged the first sensor then took the sensor out and put antiseize on it. It then dawned on my that there is no reason to unplug the sensor or for that matter to remove the sensor. All you have to do is unscrew the nut, and lift the nut up the wiring and put some antiseize on it. Then just screw it back down in the bung. It's totally unnecessary to unplug or remove the probe. I did the rear three in half the time it took me to get the front sensor unplugged and removed.
I hope this makes sense. The nut is 13 mm, I used a flare nut wrench. None of the nuts were really tight, I didn't even use penetrant first. Good Luck!!
Jim
Anyhow, back to today. I unplugged the first sensor then took the sensor out and put antiseize on it. It then dawned on my that there is no reason to unplug the sensor or for that matter to remove the sensor. All you have to do is unscrew the nut, and lift the nut up the wiring and put some antiseize on it. Then just screw it back down in the bung. It's totally unnecessary to unplug or remove the probe. I did the rear three in half the time it took me to get the front sensor unplugged and removed.
I hope this makes sense. The nut is 13 mm, I used a flare nut wrench. None of the nuts were really tight, I didn't even use penetrant first. Good Luck!!
Jim
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Exactly how I removed all 4 last week to put anti seize on the threads. Took about 15 minutes and there's no need to unplug them from the harness attached to the frame rails. Hardest one was the front senser not a lot of hand / wrench room.
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Good to know Jim. 
Nice to hear from you. 
I have been reluctant to perform this simple preventative maintenance procedure and order a couple spare sensors cuz I'm stubborn and pig-headed. (I think thats how she usually says it.)
It just gripes my hind end to have to carry replacement parts around. But, I am getting ready for a 3200 mile round trip in June and it would be very inconvienant to have a breakdown for something so ez. Spose I better get some sensors ordered.
Nice to hear from you. I have been reluctant to perform this simple preventative maintenance procedure and order a couple spare sensors cuz I'm stubborn and pig-headed. (I think thats how she usually says it.)
It just gripes my hind end to have to carry replacement parts around. But, I am getting ready for a 3200 mile round trip in June and it would be very inconvienant to have a breakdown for something so ez. Spose I better get some sensors ordered.
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Hi Ron!!!
We're getting ready to leave for Travis, so trying to get as ready as I can. I've been busy packing and wondering how many more of these long trips I have in me. But, we are anxious to see the California grandkids.
Back to the sensors. Only the front one is hard to get to, the rest are simple. That is they are on my chassis cab. I know the placement on my exhaust system is a little different than you guys with the pickups. Just use a small flat blade screwdriver with a little antiseize on it and you can apply it to the nut. The wiring and proble just spin inside the sensor nut. Did that make sense?
I hope your upcoming trip goes smooth and that you and the wife are both happy and healthy. Great to hear from you as always......
Jim
We're getting ready to leave for Travis, so trying to get as ready as I can. I've been busy packing and wondering how many more of these long trips I have in me. But, we are anxious to see the California grandkids.
Back to the sensors. Only the front one is hard to get to, the rest are simple. That is they are on my chassis cab. I know the placement on my exhaust system is a little different than you guys with the pickups. Just use a small flat blade screwdriver with a little antiseize on it and you can apply it to the nut. The wiring and proble just spin inside the sensor nut. Did that make sense?
I hope your upcoming trip goes smooth and that you and the wife are both happy and healthy. Great to hear from you as always......
Jim
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I bought two spare sensors, 13mm flare wrench, and a code reader to carry for the sole purpose of when the dreaded pullover safely now message appears. Agreed Ford 6.7 owners shouldn't have to carry spare parts but since this emissions part will leave you stranded along side the interstate in the middle of no where without possible cell service I see the 6.7 EGT Sensor issue no different then the CPS Sensor failures that was known on the 7.3 engines. I had two CPS failures both replaced under warranty on my 97 F 350 and I carried a spare sensor. The 7.3 CPS ( Cam Position Sensor) eventually had a recall and I believe my 97 had over 100,000 miles when the recall came out.
The EGT Sensor cost $45.00, NAPA 13mm flare Wrench $9.00, ELM OB2 Reader Adapter for my IPhone / I Pad was $20.00 and the Dash Command Program was $8.00. PITA to have to make the roadside repair yes, but total up the tow bill plus the cost for Ford to scan the code and change the sensor.
The EGT Sensor cost $45.00, NAPA 13mm flare Wrench $9.00, ELM OB2 Reader Adapter for my IPhone / I Pad was $20.00 and the Dash Command Program was $8.00. PITA to have to make the roadside repair yes, but total up the tow bill plus the cost for Ford to scan the code and change the sensor.
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Well that's a good idea, because I bet it will take a while for the exhaust system to cool down enough to get your hands in the tight space, especially the front one. I was surprised how easy mine came out. I've removed oxygen sensors on my daughter in laws Tahoe, I almost knocked the car off the jack stands!!! It took an extra long 22mm wrench to get them out.
Maybe going to the trouble of buying a spare sensor, scanner/reader and carrying a wrench will ensure it never goes bad. Isn't that the way it usually works?
I'd still rather have this with me than wait for a tow to the nearest dealer/mechanic. I know we can't carry everything, but this seems like an easy precaution to take.
Happy travels to all!!!
Jim
Maybe going to the trouble of buying a spare sensor, scanner/reader and carrying a wrench will ensure it never goes bad. Isn't that the way it usually works?
I'd still rather have this with me than wait for a tow to the nearest dealer/mechanic. I know we can't carry everything, but this seems like an easy precaution to take.
Happy travels to all!!!
Jim
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Oh, I agree it's probably a necessary thing to have in the storage box under the back seat, but, it's just the principle of it all. I travel a lot of two lane roads with no cell phone service, so I need to get going on this thing.
Jim, wife is doing wonderful. Mean and ornery as ever.
She is coming up in November, on her 4 year anniversary of cancer free. Praise God!
Hope your trip to the left coast goes without event. I just got home from going to my granddaughters' graduation 750 mile round trip, but she is worth it.
Good to hear from ya, buddy. Drive careful.
Jim, wife is doing wonderful. Mean and ornery as ever.
She is coming up in November, on her 4 year anniversary of cancer free. Praise God!Hope your trip to the left coast goes without event. I just got home from going to my granddaughters' graduation 750 mile round trip, but she is worth it.
Good to hear from ya, buddy. Drive careful.
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Ron, I'm so thankful the your wife has been doing so well. I know you guys went thru some really tough times, but we do what we have to. It's wonderful that they have made such inroads in health care.
You're right these grandkids are worth what ever it takes to be a part of their life. We can all pray they grow up in a good world, and that they are safe and happy.
I'm anxious to see how the new axles do this year. I took the Dexter Never Lube axles out and replaced with new Dexter conventional bearing axles. I had 10 years of service with the original axles with no issues, but I wanted to go back to bearings I could inspect and repack each year. I'll let you know how the trip goes...
As always I wish you both happiness and good health!!!
Jim
You're right these grandkids are worth what ever it takes to be a part of their life. We can all pray they grow up in a good world, and that they are safe and happy.
I'm anxious to see how the new axles do this year. I took the Dexter Never Lube axles out and replaced with new Dexter conventional bearing axles. I had 10 years of service with the original axles with no issues, but I wanted to go back to bearings I could inspect and repack each year. I'll let you know how the trip goes...
As always I wish you both happiness and good health!!!
Jim
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Ron, I'm so thankful the your wife has been doing so well. I know you guys went thru some really tough times, but we do what we have to. It's wonderful that they have made such inroads in health care.
You're right these grandkids are worth what ever it takes to be a part of their life. We can all pray they grow up in a good world, and that they are safe and happy.
I'm anxious to see how the new axles do this year. I took the Dexter Never Lube axles out and replaced with new Dexter conventional bearing axles. I had 10 years of service with the original axles with no issues, but I wanted to go back to bearings I could inspect and repack each year. I'll let you know how the trip goes...
As always I wish you both happiness and good health!!!
Jim
You're right these grandkids are worth what ever it takes to be a part of their life. We can all pray they grow up in a good world, and that they are safe and happy.
I'm anxious to see how the new axles do this year. I took the Dexter Never Lube axles out and replaced with new Dexter conventional bearing axles. I had 10 years of service with the original axles with no issues, but I wanted to go back to bearings I could inspect and repack each year. I'll let you know how the trip goes...
As always I wish you both happiness and good health!!!
Jim
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