Notices
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel 2003 - 2007 F250, F350 pickup and F350+ Cab Chassis, 2003 - 2005 Excursion and 2003 - 2009 van

Major Puke

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 08:28 AM
  #16  
KDAVID1's Avatar
KDAVID1
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 4,073
Likes: 5
From: TX
true--tried the cap last night since it was quick and didn't want to leave the wife without a vehicle today if possible. Will be changing the tstat today when I get home from work.
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 05:02 PM
  #17  
KDAVID1's Avatar
KDAVID1
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 4,073
Likes: 5
From: TX
Well I'm pretty sure the tstat fixed it. 166 plus no puke and had heat. Got it to temp and no puke BUT had the dreaded spring clamp leak and it was a good one. Stoped at orielly and got a worm clamp and put a bit more coolant in. When I backed into the yard the fan ramped up to 800+. Coolant hit 218. Got home just in time. So tomorrow I'll get the worm clamp on and should be good to go.
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 05:38 PM
  #18  
69cj's Avatar
69cj
Hotshot
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 13,834
Likes: 26
From: Middle Tn.
When I did the t-stat on mine I had to go to a worm gear also. This wouldn't be the first time, 6.0's withstanding, that I've seen a t-stat stick closed till the temps are super hot and then pop open.
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 05:51 PM
  #19  
KDAVID1's Avatar
KDAVID1
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 4,073
Likes: 5
From: TX
Originally Posted by 69cj
When I did the t-stat on mine I had to go to a worm gear also. This wouldn't be the first time, 6.0's withstanding, that I've seen a t-stat stick closed till the temps are super hot and then pop open.
I sure hope so, On the clamp I told myself las4 time to get a worm clamp and change it since it leaked at first then too but stopped. Clamp is in hand now I can say It sure is nice having the Mishimoto tstst in. Gets to temp quickly. I now have 3 housings and 3 tstats lol.
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 06:41 PM
  #20  
Per4mance's Avatar
Per4mance
Logistics Pro
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 4,097
Likes: 23
From: Kissimmee,Fla
Just fr chits and giggles pull the EGR valve and see if it's wet/damp.
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 06:51 PM
  #21  
KDAVID1's Avatar
KDAVID1
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 4,073
Likes: 5
From: TX
Originally Posted by Per4mance
Just fr chits and giggles pull the EGR valve and see if it's wet/damp.
Had not thought of it since the egr is deleted. Hasn't spit out any coolant from the tail pipe either----but I'll pull it and check. If it's wet I have a major problem!!!
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 07:07 PM
  #22  
Macrosill's Avatar
Macrosill
Laughing Gas
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 765
Likes: 5
From: Long Island, NY
So how would a non functioning thermostat, assumably stuck open, cause the system to puke? Why would that cause an increase in pressure above 16 psi??
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 07:36 PM
  #23  
KDAVID1's Avatar
KDAVID1
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 4,073
Likes: 5
From: TX
Major Puke

Got me. I still will be doing a pressure test but changing out the tstat made things normal (tentatively) but I know what I'll need to do in the end
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-1

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-2

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-3

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-4

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-5

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-6

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

 Joe Kucinski
story-8

2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

 Brett Foote
story-9

Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

 Joe Kucinski
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 08:05 PM
  #24  
KIDkiser's Avatar
KIDkiser
Laughing Gas
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 780
Likes: 5
From: Kentucky
Originally Posted by KDAVID1
Had not thought of it since the egr is deleted. Hasn't spit out any coolant from the tail pipe either----but I'll pull it and check. If it's wet I have a major problem!!!
I may not be thinking right,but what's it mean if it is wet with a delete?intake gasket?
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 08:11 PM
  #25  
KDAVID1's Avatar
KDAVID1
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 4,073
Likes: 5
From: TX
Originally Posted by KIDkiser
I may not be thinking right,but what's it mean if it is wet with a delete?intake gasket?
I honestly didn't think it could happen being deleted but if it was wet there has to be a major malfunction some where. Maybe since im on the app he didn't realize im deleted?
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 08:37 PM
  #26  
KIDkiser's Avatar
KIDkiser
Laughing Gas
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 780
Likes: 5
From: Kentucky
Originally Posted by KDAVID1
I honestly didn't think it could happen being deleted but if it was wet there has to be a major malfunction some where. Maybe since im on the app he didn't realize im deleted?
Worse case scenario,being deleted you could have an intake gasket leaking,or a cracked head.THIS is my knowledge on gas engines.now on 6.0s my knowledge is pretty limited on what would cause this.
 
Reply
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 09:38 PM
  #27  
KDAVID1's Avatar
KDAVID1
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 4,073
Likes: 5
From: TX
I would think a head crack on these but I'm not up on the failures on these either.
 
Reply
Old Nov 25, 2015 | 03:57 PM
  #28  
KDAVID1's Avatar
KDAVID1
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 4,073
Likes: 5
From: TX
Appears I'm good to go. Put a worm clamp on the tstat housing, filled it up, and took it for a spin. Stopped 3 times at different temps and no puke and no rise in degas. Once the tstat opened fully the coolant dropped to the flat in the bottle and stayed. One thing I am very certain with now is my truck is VERY sensitive to coolant level and my normal level is alot less than 1/8 below the min line (new max). I tell ya the mishimoto tstat is nice but hope it settles in a bit lower. 202 to 206 in 68 degree weather but unlike this spring when I swapped it out I'm leaving it in for the duration. The tstat I just took out was only a few months old.
 
Reply
Old Nov 25, 2015 | 05:42 PM
  #29  
69cj's Avatar
69cj
Hotshot
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 13,834
Likes: 26
From: Middle Tn.
Originally Posted by Macrosill
So how would a non functioning thermostat, assumably stuck open, cause the system to puke? Why would that cause an increase in pressure above 16 psi??
If you read my post, I said a stuck closed t-stat that suddenly opens after the coolant in the block is super heated. This will create a sudden increase in system pressure. May not last long but the cap is doing its job when this sudden increase in pressure happens and the cap pukes.
 
Reply
Old Nov 25, 2015 | 05:57 PM
  #30  
KDAVID1's Avatar
KDAVID1
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 4,073
Likes: 5
From: TX
Originally Posted by 69cj
If you read my post, I said a stuck closed t-stat that suddenly opens after the coolant in the block is super heated. This will create a sudden increase in system pressure. May not last long but the cap is doing its job when this sudden increase in pressure happens and the cap pukes.
Makes sense with the way it was acting versus how it is with the tstat change.
 
Reply



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:40 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE