Coolant Filtration
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,057
Likes: 0
From: Florida
Coolant Filtration
Any of you folks running a coolant filtration system? If so, what brand and are the filters catching enough debris to make it worth while? If not, what is your opinion regarding this add on?
Thanks in advance for your info and opinions.
Thanks in advance for your info and opinions.
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 5,665
Likes: 164
From: Cartersville, Ga
Nothing wrong with peace of mind. I think I have only seen one person with a 6.7 have one. He mounted the filter on the frame of the passenger side. Believe it was homemade. Have you checked with Dieselsite?
Logistics Pro
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 3,528
Likes: 2,493
From: West Michigan
I had one on my 6.0L from dieselsite. It probably saved my egr cooler. Was debating putting one on my 6.7L, but decided it didnt need it. Havent heard of anyone with failed coolers. A lot of failed radiators, but a filter wont stop that.
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,057
Likes: 0
From: Florida
The Dieselsite unit was the one I am considering.
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,057
Likes: 0
From: Florida
From the info on Dieselsite it saves a lot more than coolers. I know they are trying to sell things but their write up on the benefits is enticing. I just don't know if it more than a sales pitch.
Elder User
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 508
Likes: 0
i made one with the dieselsite coolant filter head https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...installed.html
and id like to add that i ended up taking most of it apart removing the teflon tape and going with some arp thread sealer made for coolant
and id like to add that i ended up taking most of it apart removing the teflon tape and going with some arp thread sealer made for coolant
Trending Topics
Post Fiend
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 6,521
Likes: 11
From: Greenwood, SC
Hey gwcon, you're acting like you may keep your current truck for a while. You and I have been hanging around here for a few years and I've noticed that you go through trucks faster than I go through work boots, lol.
Are you making plans to keep your truck for the long haul?
I've never had any coolant issues in my years with the 6.7. Would it help with keeping the coolant pH right? I did blow the radiator once in my 2011 truck which we know is common, is there some way to prevent that happening? Does the filter system help with the pressure/flow/cavitation which may cause these leaky rads?
Are you making plans to keep your truck for the long haul?
I've never had any coolant issues in my years with the 6.7. Would it help with keeping the coolant pH right? I did blow the radiator once in my 2011 truck which we know is common, is there some way to prevent that happening? Does the filter system help with the pressure/flow/cavitation which may cause these leaky rads?
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Former Vendor
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 236
Likes: 0
We recently launched our 6.0L kit and we are just about ready to launch our 6.4L kit. The 6.7L may be next on our development list depending upon how necessary it is.
Thanks
-John
Logistics Pro
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 3,778
Likes: 153
I know little about diesels!
But in the V8 chevy world those water pumps do not expect there to be a filter in the system. It could be possible that a filter would slow down the flow enough to create cavitation and they will result in overheating.
In addition the pump blades are designed too move coolant at optimized rpms. In other words the pump on X engine is while may fit and work, it may not work properly due to different performance at different rpms.
I would be very cautious about adding a component to a system that was never designed to use it, therefore no existing parameters to integrate into. Just my opinion.
But in the V8 chevy world those water pumps do not expect there to be a filter in the system. It could be possible that a filter would slow down the flow enough to create cavitation and they will result in overheating.
In addition the pump blades are designed too move coolant at optimized rpms. In other words the pump on X engine is while may fit and work, it may not work properly due to different performance at different rpms.
I would be very cautious about adding a component to a system that was never designed to use it, therefore no existing parameters to integrate into. Just my opinion.
Post Fiend
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 6,521
Likes: 11
From: Greenwood, SC
Hey don, there are folks here that know better than I but for some reason aftermarket folks have been designing coolant filter systems for powerstroke diesels for over the last decade. There are thousands who felt that they were helpful on the 6.0 diesel.
I understand what you're saying about pump designs and the engineering of coolant flow and temperature management which are huge factors in the current 6.7 engine design. These new diesels rely heavily on heat to run properly and control emissions which leads me to believe that temperature control is vital. With the two independent cooling systems we have I would also be wary of messing around with it.
I understand what you're saying about pump designs and the engineering of coolant flow and temperature management which are huge factors in the current 6.7 engine design. These new diesels rely heavily on heat to run properly and control emissions which leads me to believe that temperature control is vital. With the two independent cooling systems we have I would also be wary of messing around with it.
Logistics Pro
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 3,778
Likes: 153
Hey don, there are folks here that know better than I but for some reason aftermarket folks have been designing coolant filter systems for powerstroke diesels for over the last decade. There are thousands who felt that they were helpful on the 6.0 diesel.
I understand what you're saying about pump designs and the engineering of coolant flow and temperature management which are huge factors in the current 6.7 engine design. These new diesels rely heavily on heat to run properly and control emissions which leads me to believe that temperature control is vital. With the two independent cooling systems we have I would also be wary of messing around with it.
I understand what you're saying about pump designs and the engineering of coolant flow and temperature management which are huge factors in the current 6.7 engine design. These new diesels rely heavily on heat to run properly and control emissions which leads me to believe that temperature control is vital. With the two independent cooling systems we have I would also be wary of messing around with it.
Its def a complex engine and its those points that I would need to have those questions answered.
I have not been in several years but I go to SEMA and the Off Road Expo in Pomona Ca and have for years. I don't care what you drive there is no shortage of install this and you car can get 300 mpg, increase of 1000 hp and a jillion other things. How many remember: Toilet Paper oil filters; magic pellets you put in your cyl and it would rebuild your engine, gasoline additives that would double your mpg etc etc etc. Ask them how does it work other than by magic and you rarely got any answer that would pass any test.
I have heard it all: 'my mother, she is a virgin', 'don't worry my husband is working the night shift', sure I take birth control, my 4 kids were all planned'...CAUTION is the watch word.
