Beating a dead head subject.
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I think I seen that somewhere.. read that thread. I only use my note 3 when on the forum and I'm on the mobile mode. So I might have to turn on the desktop and find that. I don't think you can save threads on the mobile version. But I'm new and could be mistaken.
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One reason you do not find any mention of pulling the cab is it isn't a Ford procedure developed by independants. The engine was origionally designed to be pulled out the front.
The whole front clip and crossmember are designed to be removed. There used to be a special lifting bracket that fit in place of the stator.
Ford techs adopted the procedure cause it worked so well.
The whole front clip and crossmember are designed to be removed. There used to be a special lifting bracket that fit in place of the stator.
Ford techs adopted the procedure cause it worked so well.
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One reason you do not find any mention of pulling the cab is it isn't a Ford procedure developed by independants. The engine was origionally designed to be pulled out the front.
The whole front clip and crossmember are designed to be removed. There used to be a special lifting bracket that fit in place of the stator.
Ford techs adopted the procedure cause it worked so well.
The whole front clip and crossmember are designed to be removed. There used to be a special lifting bracket that fit in place of the stator.
Ford techs adopted the procedure cause it worked so well.
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The only type of lift I have is a grapple truck. That would make it a convertible. I wish I had the right lift.
So ill do some reading about removing the ac cover or box. If it will make it easier it's coming off.
As to the heads going to a machine shop.. for sure... might even do a complete tear down and replace all valves and seats.
So ill do some reading about removing the ac cover or box. If it will make it easier it's coming off.
As to the heads going to a machine shop.. for sure... might even do a complete tear down and replace all valves and seats.
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A little more info on the heads. It's from another forum, hope it's not against the rules. It's some good reading.
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How to Machine the 6.0 - Ford Powerstroke Diesel Forum
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You gonna do the 6.4 push rods?
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Didn't know that was an option. What's the advantages to going that route?
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Early on Ford determined the push rods were a little too long and were applying too much pressure on the rollers of the lifters so they could not roll properly.
This would cause many rollers to wear a flat spot and shortly after begin spitting out needle bearings. This would in turn take out the lpop and damage the front cover.
They came out with some shorter push rods which were actually the same rod used in the 6,4.
This would cause many rollers to wear a flat spot and shortly after begin spitting out needle bearings. This would in turn take out the lpop and damage the front cover.
They came out with some shorter push rods which were actually the same rod used in the 6,4.
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Early on Ford determined the push rods were a little too long and were applying too much pressure on the rollers of the lifters so they could not roll properly.
This would cause many rollers to wear a flat spot and shortly after begin spitting out needle bearings. This would in turn take out the lpop and damage the front cover.
They came out with some shorter push rods which were actually the same rod used in the 6,4.
This would cause many rollers to wear a flat spot and shortly after begin spitting out needle bearings. This would in turn take out the lpop and damage the front cover.
They came out with some shorter push rods which were actually the same rod used in the 6,4.
So get the 6.4 rods or the oem upgraded rods for the 6.0.. They are the same. Will do. Any other options or upgrades for the heads for the 6.0 that you all know of?
Do guys port them out a little? Or bigger valves?
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I don't think the shorter ones are the fix to bent push rods, I think they just cause less stress on the valve train. Bent push rods do happen but I have yet to figure the reason. After replacing the head gaskets you should turn the engine over by hand several times before starting. This should reduce the chances of bending a push rod, but not guarantee it.
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I don't think the shorter ones are the fix to bent push rods, I think they just cause less stress on the valve train. Bent push rods do happen but I have yet to figure the reason. After replacing the head gaskets you should turn the engine over by hand several times before starting. This should reduce the chances of bending a push rod, but not guarantee it.
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Found something for you.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...e-bracket.html
On turning the crank.
It's a good idea to hand turn the crank with the injectors out and
check that the valve train is moving and not binding. Just incase
you got a push rod that did not settle into the cup on the lifter.
Some have even done this between each step in the torque process.
Just use a little care and you should have them seated in the lifter cup
and not have to worry about it.
BTW I was at the Post Office today to mail the box and somehow
I must of dropped the address label that I had.
Quick way to feel stupid after the line at the window.
Sean
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...e-bracket.html
On turning the crank.
It's a good idea to hand turn the crank with the injectors out and
check that the valve train is moving and not binding. Just incase
you got a push rod that did not settle into the cup on the lifter.
Some have even done this between each step in the torque process.
Just use a little care and you should have them seated in the lifter cup
and not have to worry about it.
BTW I was at the Post Office today to mail the box and somehow
I must of dropped the address label that I had.
Quick way to feel stupid after the line at the window.
Sean
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Found something for you.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...e-bracket.html
On turning the crank.
It's a good idea to hand turn the crank with the injectors out and
check that the valve train is moving and not binding. Just incase
you got a push rod that did not settle into the cup on the lifter.
Some have even done this between each step in the torque process.
Just use a little care and you should have them seated in the lifter cup
and not have to worry about it.
BTW I was at the Post Office today to mail the box and somehow
I must of dropped the address label that I had.
Quick way to feel stupid after the line at the window.
Sean
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...e-bracket.html
On turning the crank.
It's a good idea to hand turn the crank with the injectors out and
check that the valve train is moving and not binding. Just incase
you got a push rod that did not settle into the cup on the lifter.
Some have even done this between each step in the torque process.
Just use a little care and you should have them seated in the lifter cup
and not have to worry about it.
BTW I was at the Post Office today to mail the box and somehow
I must of dropped the address label that I had.
Quick way to feel stupid after the line at the window.
Sean
As to the post office. Lmao... I was there yesterday watching a young kid checkout.. trying credit card after credit card. .. declined.. felt bad for him...
no rush on the manual.. I'll just hook this red wire to the black!