2012 vs 2013 ecoboost questions
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Mountain Pass
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2012 vs 2013 ecoboost questions
a coworker is looking at getting a used f150 ecoboost, & has located a 2012 with 60K on it for 27500: during his research, he's found a lot of negativity with regards to the issues with the fuel system in the '12's & is thinking he may end up getting a 13 instead.
anyone have any information regarding the fuel system issues with the 12's?
anyone have any information regarding the fuel system issues with the 12's?
Cargo Master
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I can't recall ever reading about any kind of chronic fuel system issues. I have had a 2012 Ecoboost since new. I'd be kind of surprised if there was even a difference in the fuel system between 2012 and 2013.
There is a lot of moaning by people that own other types of vehicles that had problems with high pressure fuel pumps, and then they speculate why the Ecoboost will be a disaster. That kind of fear mongering clutters the boards but isn't our reality.
There is a lot of moaning by people that own other types of vehicles that had problems with high pressure fuel pumps, and then they speculate why the Ecoboost will be a disaster. That kind of fear mongering clutters the boards but isn't our reality.
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Being a member of the EcoBoost forum, I have seen a lot on this.
Essentially, clifs version, trucks produced before 02-2012 had a potential issue with condensation in the turbo system during high humidity, rainy times.
This would build up, and, when flooring it to pass someone, the moisture would dump into the system, causing an almost stalling problem. Apparently, after this time, Ford fixed it. Check the VIN against the mfr date to see. If before this date, check to see if it was addressed. It was, apparently, not a universal issue, but enough cases to warrant notice.
Aside from that, this is a pretty bulletproof motor. I have a 2014 and it's deceptively fast, you just don't hear it moving like a 5.0 V8, but it's quicker 0-60 and tows more, and I get 18+ on the freeway.
So I like it.
Hope this helps
Essentially, clifs version, trucks produced before 02-2012 had a potential issue with condensation in the turbo system during high humidity, rainy times.
This would build up, and, when flooring it to pass someone, the moisture would dump into the system, causing an almost stalling problem. Apparently, after this time, Ford fixed it. Check the VIN against the mfr date to see. If before this date, check to see if it was addressed. It was, apparently, not a universal issue, but enough cases to warrant notice.
Aside from that, this is a pretty bulletproof motor. I have a 2014 and it's deceptively fast, you just don't hear it moving like a 5.0 V8, but it's quicker 0-60 and tows more, and I get 18+ on the freeway.
So I like it.
Hope this helps
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This is an excellent piece of info. Do you have a link for more detail on this? I was looking hard at some aftermarket turbos, so this may impact my decision.
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Izzy,
Both trucks use the same family of Borg Warner K03 turbos. 2011-2012 had a 48 mm compressor wheel with blow-off valve integrated into the turbo housing. Starting in 2013 model year the compressor wheel grew to 51 mm and there is only a single BOV located after the intercooler. Logically the 2013 should make a bit more power but oddly enough it does not, even with a tune.
The Full Race "stock placement" turbos are 54 mm wheel. The most you will pick up is +30 RWHP. The Leading Edge Tuning turbos have 58 mm wheel and make about +70 RWHP.
Both trucks use the same family of Borg Warner K03 turbos. 2011-2012 had a 48 mm compressor wheel with blow-off valve integrated into the turbo housing. Starting in 2013 model year the compressor wheel grew to 51 mm and there is only a single BOV located after the intercooler. Logically the 2013 should make a bit more power but oddly enough it does not, even with a tune.
The Full Race "stock placement" turbos are 54 mm wheel. The most you will pick up is +30 RWHP. The Leading Edge Tuning turbos have 58 mm wheel and make about +70 RWHP.
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Izzy,
Both trucks use the same family of Borg Warner K03 turbos. 2011-2012 had a 48 mm compressor wheel with blow-off valve integrated into the turbo housing. Starting in 2013 model year the compressor wheel grew to 51 mm and there is only a single BOV located after the intercooler. Logically the 2013 should make a bit more power but oddly enough it does not, even with a tune.
The Full Race "stock placement" turbos are 54 mm wheel. The most you will pick up is +30 RWHP. The Leading Edge Tuning turbos have 58 mm wheel and make about +70 RWHP.
Both trucks use the same family of Borg Warner K03 turbos. 2011-2012 had a 48 mm compressor wheel with blow-off valve integrated into the turbo housing. Starting in 2013 model year the compressor wheel grew to 51 mm and there is only a single BOV located after the intercooler. Logically the 2013 should make a bit more power but oddly enough it does not, even with a tune.
The Full Race "stock placement" turbos are 54 mm wheel. The most you will pick up is +30 RWHP. The Leading Edge Tuning turbos have 58 mm wheel and make about +70 RWHP.