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Old Oct 16, 2016 | 01:35 AM
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So i just got a 04 5.4 3v long block to replace my current OEM engine, had 256,000 miles on her.

My mechanic is telling my I need a new valve cover for the new engine because of the old one being un serviceable (driver side) something about VCT or oil pressure.

Is this true or is he pulling a fast one?
 
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Old Oct 17, 2016 | 03:42 PM
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I do not post on this site very often...

The PCV in the valve cover is not serviceable (from everything I have read)...the vct should be accessible through the valve cover on the 04-06 I believe...then Ford changed the size of the opening and made it smaller so the vct will not fit through it..but yes, a new valve cover will be needed for the PCV which is not really a PCV...if that makes any sense? Sorry if this confuses!

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Old Oct 17, 2016 | 10:48 PM
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Makes sense that's what he said the same thing i just didn't know if he was trying to make more off me! Thanks!
 
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