CAC Pipe Woes
Tuned
Joined: May 2019
Posts: 279
Likes: 14
From: Brookings, SD
They can be a pain to install but my kit is still on and working. Larry wrote a great install thread here:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...t-install.html
They now have kits that are one solid silicone pipe from the CAC right to the throttle body adapter. More expensive but JMO, worth it. If I ever have an issue with mine, this will go in the Rudy's place:
https://spediesel.com/products/spe-6...cold-side-pipe
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...t-install.html
They now have kits that are one solid silicone pipe from the CAC right to the throttle body adapter. More expensive but JMO, worth it. If I ever have an issue with mine, this will go in the Rudy's place:
https://spediesel.com/products/spe-6...cold-side-pipe
Worth noting that AutoNation Ford prices are extremely low. I buy nearly all my OEM Ford parts form them, as their prices are usually the lowest you can find. I'd reckon the same OEM cold side tube from the stealership would be well over $100 bucks for the same part. If I recall correctly, the OEM cold tube that I bought is supposed to be the upgraded ford kit as well. I believe it was intended to remedy some of the rupturing concerns that they had, but I can't say that for certain, and I've yet to install it. Its still in the box just waited to be put into service.
Cargo Master
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 2,082
Likes: 175
From: Central Texas
Called dealer in town and they had 1 for $107 out the door, not bad, would have been $85 via interwebs. Is there a write up for a factory pipe R&R? Doesn't look too hard, but it's always best to be armed when tackling a new job. This will be the first wrench I've lifted for this truck other than shocks.
Posting Guru
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,902
Likes: 26
From: BA, OK
Called dealer in town and they had 1 for $107 out the door, not bad, would have been $85 via interwebs. Is there a write up for a factory pipe R&R? Doesn't look too hard, but it's always best to be armed when tackling a new job. This will be the first wrench I've lifted for this truck other than shocks.
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 6,748
Likes: 119
From: Tallassee, ALabama
You might need a long 1/4" drive extension for the deep well 10mm socket to loosen the lower clamp on the inter cooler. Also, you might want to relocate the power steering reservoir out of the way for better access.
FTE Legend
Joined: Mar 2017
Posts: 31,967
Likes: 9,195
From: Western NY
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now
Brett Foote
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals
Joe Kucinski
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
FTE Legend
Joined: Mar 2017
Posts: 31,967
Likes: 9,195
From: Western NY
I think if I did it again, I'd probably give a one piece silicone kit a try. I like the idea of them. Simpler with fewer connections. Worth noting that AutoNation Ford prices are extremely low. I buy nearly all my OEM Ford parts form them, as their prices are usually the lowest you can find. I'd reckon the same OEM cold side tube from the stealership would be well over $100 bucks for the same part. If I recall correctly, the OEM cold tube that I bought is supposed to be the upgraded ford kit as well. I believe it was intended to remedy some of the rupturing concerns that they had, but I can't say that for certain, and I've yet to install it. Its still in the box just waited to be put into service.
I use https://www.villagefordparts.com/
Cargo Master
Joined: Feb 2015
Posts: 2,338
Likes: 255
From: Livermore Ca.
Here is the thing that made me change my CAC pipe. I had the rubber hose come lose under the SS band that is welded. How on earth could that happen? I wasn't even towing or pushing the truck. Next morning I went to Ford and got a proper hose clamp $50 and fixed the hose. Then I decided with all the problems people are having why take the chance? So I replaced mine with one from Rudy's.
Here's the thing, If your truck brakes it won't be in your driveway. If you don't mind fixing or replacing your CAC pipe on the side of the road than don't replace the stock. If you don't than fix it in your driveway.
You can thank me later.
Here's the thing, If your truck brakes it won't be in your driveway. If you don't mind fixing or replacing your CAC pipe on the side of the road than don't replace the stock. If you don't than fix it in your driveway.
You can thank me later.
FTE Legend
Joined: Mar 2017
Posts: 31,967
Likes: 9,195
From: Western NY
Rudy's offers their kit in black on their website.
https://rudysdiesel.com/i-30508577-r...werstroke.html
https://rudysdiesel.com/i-30508577-r...werstroke.html
Cargo Master
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 2,082
Likes: 175
From: Central Texas
The truck has just under 70K on it. The R&R took 7 minutes, yes I timed it, and that includes getting the right size socket, which is not 10mm, it is 7/16". 7/16" deep socket with a 12" extension and a long screwdriver that pops the clip and also helps pry the hose off the inter-cooler. It took much longer to get the black crap off my hands. A little of that goes a looong way.
Incidentally the diesel tech at the dealer said they have never replaced a replacement.
Incidentally the diesel tech at the dealer said they have never replaced a replacement.
Posting Guru
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,902
Likes: 26
From: BA, OK
The truck has just under 70K on it. The R&R took 7 minutes, yes I timed it, and that includes getting the right size socket, which is not 10mm, it is 7/16". 7/16" deep socket with a 12" extension and a long screwdriver that pops the clip and also helps pry the hose off the inter-cooler. It took much longer to get the black crap off my hands. A little of that goes a looong way.
Incidentally the diesel tech at the dealer said they have never replaced a replacement.
Incidentally the diesel tech at the dealer said they have never replaced a replacement.
What the hell was Ford thinking....we can take the rest of the truck apart with a 10mm socket but we have to dig for an SAE socket to get the intercooler pipe off?
FTE Legend
Joined: Mar 2017
Posts: 31,967
Likes: 9,195
From: Western NY
The truck has just under 70K on it. The R&R took 7 minutes, yes I timed it, and that includes getting the right size socket, which is not 10mm, it is 7/16". 7/16" deep socket with a 12" extension and a long screwdriver that pops the clip and also helps pry the hose off the inter-cooler. It took much longer to get the black crap off my hands. A little of that goes a looong way.
Incidentally the diesel tech at the dealer said they have never replaced a replacement.
Incidentally the diesel tech at the dealer said they have never replaced a replacement.
Thread Starter
|
More Turbo
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 713
Likes: 5
From: Minneapolis, MN
Thanks all for the feedback! I ordered the Rudy's kit with both hot and cold side pipes, I figured for a $40 difference to do the hot side too, why not... Be glad to have the leaky H&S overpriced silicone pile of crap off my truck!