EGR Cooler Replacement
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EGR Cooler Replacement
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So i bought a F350 6.0 with a bad EGR Cooler. I am planning to replace it but what all should i replace while i am taking the thing apart
I planned on
EGR Cooler
Oil Cooler
Fuel Filter
New Oil and Filter
Coolent
Anything else
Also i am going to get the bulletproof EGR Cooler, does it make sense to get the bulletproof Oil Cooler ($427) as well or should i just get a Dorman from Rock Auto ($131).
Lastly, in reading the forums i see comments that on these diesels you should get good oil... what is a good oil for these 6.0 diesels
So i bought a F350 6.0 with a bad EGR Cooler. I am planning to replace it but what all should i replace while i am taking the thing apart
I planned on
EGR Cooler
Oil Cooler
Fuel Filter
New Oil and Filter
Coolent
Anything else
Also i am going to get the bulletproof EGR Cooler, does it make sense to get the bulletproof Oil Cooler ($427) as well or should i just get a Dorman from Rock Auto ($131).
Lastly, in reading the forums i see comments that on these diesels you should get good oil... what is a good oil for these 6.0 diesels
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Get a Ford OEM cooler from AutoNation Ford White Bear Lake | Parts & Accessories there is a You-Tube showing how much of a piece of junk the Dorman is. I too ordered the BP EGR cooler and the gasket set. While doing my 05 I am doing the STC, Banjo Bolts and Coolant filter, I will give it a good VC9 flush first.
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Go OEM on the oil cooler. Dorman has had many failures.
The blue fuel pressure spring would be a good upgrade.
In colder climates lighter oil works better. I run Delo 400 15w-40 with no problems, it rarely drops below 30° in my area though.
The blue fuel pressure spring would be a good upgrade.
In colder climates lighter oil works better. I run Delo 400 15w-40 with no problems, it rarely drops below 30° in my area though.
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Ford Oil cooler kit $290. (in case no one mentioned....don't buy a Dorman)
6.0 l Engine Oil Cooler Rebuild Kit
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In colder climates lighter oil works better. I run Delo 400 15w-40 with no problems, it rarely drops below 30° in my area though.
Get a Ford OEM cooler
Ford Oil cooler kit $290. (in case no one mentioned....don't buy a Dorman)
I have also head that with Fords you should use a OEM Oil filter... is that the case... or is there a better one?
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I was that far down a few days ago. Check the SCT fitting and replace if it isn't updated. Since the electrical harness was all but removed I did the dummy plugs before beginning the reassembly.
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I wouldn't graze over and not do this. At least check and make sure it's updated. With the intake n cooler off,, you are at the hpop. I'm referring to the stc fitting.
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If they are all good I'd leave them. You'd probably break the gp connectors and that would mean a new harness.
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More questions - Where to go to get.....
1. Bulletproof EGR Cooler - bulletproofdiesel.com
2. Gasket set - should i get it from bulletproof ($147) or is there a better source?
3. Oil Cooler w/gaskets - Link posted above (Thanks
)4. Oil Filter and Fuel Filter - Also posted above (http://www.dieselfiltersonline.com//...truck_filters/)
5. Oil - Delo 400 15w-40 - Autozone?? <- Any better source
6. Coolant - Green stuff that you mix at Autozone or something better??
7. Fuel Additive <- Not sure which one? <- Autozone???
8. Coolant Additive <- VC9 - Amazon? and is this something that you add with the coolant and let it run, how does it work?
9. SCT fitting - The truck is a 2007 will it have a old fitting, when did they do the update - Source Ford parts site that i get the oil cooler from?
Thanks Again to everyone
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I was thinking that i would pull the glow plugs anyways to clear the cylinder to reduce the risk of bending a rod after replacing the EGR cooler??? <- is that not needed / a good idea?
More questions - Where to go to get.....
1. Bulletproof EGR Cooler - bulletproofdiesel.com
2. Gasket set - should i get it from bulletproof ($147) or is there a better source?
3. Oil Cooler w/gaskets - Link posted above (Thanks)
4. Oil Filter and Fuel Filter - Also posted above (http://www.dieselfiltersonline.com//...truck_filters/)
5. Oil - Delo 400 15w-40 - Autozone?? <- Any better source
6. Coolant - Green stuff that you mix at Autozone or something better??
7. Fuel Additive <- Not sure which one? <- Autozone???
8. Coolant Additive <- VC9 - Amazon? and is this something that you add with the coolant and let it run, how does it work?
9. SCT fitting - The truck is a 2007 will it have a old fitting, when did they do the update - Source Ford parts site that i get the oil cooler from?
Thanks Again to everyone
More questions - Where to go to get.....
1. Bulletproof EGR Cooler - bulletproofdiesel.com
2. Gasket set - should i get it from bulletproof ($147) or is there a better source?
3. Oil Cooler w/gaskets - Link posted above (Thanks
)4. Oil Filter and Fuel Filter - Also posted above (http://www.dieselfiltersonline.com//...truck_filters/)
5. Oil - Delo 400 15w-40 - Autozone?? <- Any better source
6. Coolant - Green stuff that you mix at Autozone or something better??
7. Fuel Additive <- Not sure which one? <- Autozone???
8. Coolant Additive <- VC9 - Amazon? and is this something that you add with the coolant and let it run, how does it work?
9. SCT fitting - The truck is a 2007 will it have a old fitting, when did they do the update - Source Ford parts site that i get the oil cooler from?
Thanks Again to everyone
First, never use green coolant in your 6.0. Either Ford Gold or CAT EC-1 ELC. No additives necessary.
From what I'm told, no F series received the updated STC fitting from the factory.
What gaskets are you replacing?
Is your motor hydrolocked?
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Gaskets that are removed as part of the EGR cooler replacement, Intake gasket, EGR cooler gaskets/orings, turbo exhaust gasket... etc
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