IC boot change on horizon
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IC boot change on horizon
Ok, i did an oil, filter and fuel filter change today and all went well (fuel filter was really dark after 4k miles)...
anyways, i took the ratchet and checked the IC boot clamps and they are spongey, for lack of a better word. i'm wondering if 100k miles and no CCV mod has finally done it's job and ruined the boots. there looks like some blowby on the IC tube and the nuts needed a couple of turns. if it was leaking, it has to be small, because i'm not noticing a drop in performance or milage.
my question is what boots does everyone recommend, should i go aftermarket or just get the OEM replacments and wait another 100k miles.
better yet, i should get a complete boot replacement (upper and lower IC boots and intake boots, 6.0 IC and new IC tubes and a CCV mod)?
thanks
-mike
anyways, i took the ratchet and checked the IC boot clamps and they are spongey, for lack of a better word. i'm wondering if 100k miles and no CCV mod has finally done it's job and ruined the boots. there looks like some blowby on the IC tube and the nuts needed a couple of turns. if it was leaking, it has to be small, because i'm not noticing a drop in performance or milage.
my question is what boots does everyone recommend, should i go aftermarket or just get the OEM replacments and wait another 100k miles.
better yet, i should get a complete boot replacement (upper and lower IC boots and intake boots, 6.0 IC and new IC tubes and a CCV mod)?
thanks
-mike
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http://www.dieselsite.com/index.asp?...ROD&ProdID=547
I have those boots, except the ones at the intercooler connection. Here they are on my truck:
I have those boots, except the ones at the intercooler connection. Here they are on my truck:
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The ones Kris pointed out are good. I would stay away from the "hump" type hoses though. I've got a set, and don't like the fit. They're about 1/4" too short for things to fit where I want them.
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From: Gig Em, Tx
Originally Posted by jtharvey
The ones Kris pointed out are good. I would stay away from the "hump" type hoses though. I've got a set, and don't like the fit. They're about 1/4" too short for things to fit where I want them.
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From: Gig Em, Tx
Originally Posted by jtharvey
Yes, but there are 4 of them, one on each end of the IC connecting tubes...2 off the intake spider and two down at the actual IC inlet/outlet.
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Is that set for 199.00, for all boots right? Are they better then the blue ones from I think Black Cloud? I kinda like the looks of the blue ones but if the Dieselsite ones are better those are the ones I will get. Thanks for the answers
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From: Gig Em, Tx
Originally Posted by Wieckster
Is that set for 199.00, for all boots right? Are they better then the blue ones from I think Black Cloud? I kinda like the looks of the blue ones but if the Dieselsite ones are better those are the ones I will get. Thanks for the answers
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I have these.
http://www.dieselsite.com/index.asp?...ROD&ProdID=548
Would not bother to buy the OEM boots. Just not worth it.
http://www.dieselsite.com/index.asp?...ROD&ProdID=548
Would not bother to buy the OEM boots. Just not worth it.
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Originally Posted by strokin_it7.3
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I just did the SS HPX and noticed all my boots have some oil resudue near the connections. 85k miles. Not worth cleaning the boots?CCV mod is not done yet. Also, would the ccv put out enough oil to puddle in the valley? I noticed deep in the back of the valley there is a small puddle. I've only owned the truck for 2k miles and did not notice any measurable oil loss. Will clean and inspect...
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From: Sedro-Woolley, Washington
I use to blue hump hoses and have no problems with them. You can get the entire set for $115.00 at www.dieselpowerproducts.com. They are out of Spokane Washington on the eastern side of the state.
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From: Gig Em, Tx
Originally Posted by Mike F250
I just did the SS HPX and noticed all my boots have some oil resudue near the connections. 85k miles. Not worth cleaning the boots?CCV mod is not done yet. Also, would the ccv put out enough oil to puddle in the valley? I noticed deep in the back of the valley there is a small puddle. I've only owned the truck for 2k miles and did not notice any measurable oil loss. Will clean and inspect...