Injector O-ring supplemental part list
#1
01-16-2019, 07:55 AM
Injector O-ring supplemental part list
My fuel filter comes back a little black, yet the truck does not appear to use extra oil and the black rubber insulation around the fuel bowl heater is very worn. 2 changes ago it was like pulling jelly off the power line. I feel that may be helping change the color and know it needs to be replaced in good time. Anyways, I want to know upfront about what I’m looking at for this job.
this is where I am at so far
injector o ring kit
glow plugs
valve cover gaskets
uvch harness
I am wondering if I should also replace all of the rocker arm bolts and injector hold down bolts.
Are there any other parts I am missing? The more new parts the better!
this is where I am at so far
injector o ring kit
glow plugs
valve cover gaskets
uvch harness
I am wondering if I should also replace all of the rocker arm bolts and injector hold down bolts.
Are there any other parts I am missing? The more new parts the better!
#2
01-16-2019, 08:52 AM
#3
01-16-2019, 10:35 AM
I would leave the cups alone unless you are having an issue with them.
Replacing the valve cover gaskets and UVCH is optional as long as there aren't any burned connections or other issues. I would not replace the rocker arm bolts and hold down bolts as they aren't a wear item and you're just changing them for the sake of changing them.
Whatever you decide to replace, use Motorcraft parts ONLY, especially on the glow plugs.
Replacing the valve cover gaskets and UVCH is optional as long as there aren't any burned connections or other issues. I would not replace the rocker arm bolts and hold down bolts as they aren't a wear item and you're just changing them for the sake of changing them.
Whatever you decide to replace, use Motorcraft parts ONLY, especially on the glow plugs.
#4
01-16-2019, 02:19 PM
I don’t seem to have any issues with the cups at this time I am hoping to leave that alone as I feel that may be a little past the finish line for me. The o rings don’t seem to be giving any symptom but the black fuel filter yet They must be getting old. As for the bolts I have heard of a few people having them snap I can’t say if it was on them or the bolt but I do like to limit surprises. Deffinetly going to use some denatured alcohol to clean the inner threads as someone suggested to remove and oil so I don’t accidentally over torque.
#5
01-16-2019, 02:46 PM
#6
01-16-2019, 03:07 PM
Fleet Owner
If you are not seeing any of the typical signs that injector o-rings are leaking, maybe try the cheap and easy route of treating the fuel for algae. If that doesn't work, you have only less a few bucks and a little time.
#7
01-16-2019, 05:07 PM
Lead Driver
Another vote for some biocide.
I wouldn't recommend pulling your sticks unless you're pretty convinced you need to (or have run out of options and don't want to give your keys to a shop).
Not the most difficult job but you are moving things around that haven't been touched in almost 20 years and there's a lot of supporting stuff to do to make sure it starts again. Not to mention all of the "hey that's old...maybe I should replace it while I've got everything torn apart" moments you'll have.
The wallet empties quick for a "thorough" job. I have that t-shirt and it should be 24K gold for what it cost me.
I wouldn't recommend pulling your sticks unless you're pretty convinced you need to (or have run out of options and don't want to give your keys to a shop).
Not the most difficult job but you are moving things around that haven't been touched in almost 20 years and there's a lot of supporting stuff to do to make sure it starts again. Not to mention all of the "hey that's old...maybe I should replace it while I've got everything torn apart" moments you'll have.
The wallet empties quick for a "thorough" job. I have that t-shirt and it should be 24K gold for what it cost me.
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01-16-2019, 05:32 PM
#10
01-16-2019, 06:17 PM
Agreed,
Take a peek in the holes and check your injector tips, but don't just go replacing these for the sake of it... you risk just causing more problems. They aren't that easy to install correctly.
Take a peek in the holes and check your injector tips, but don't just go replacing these for the sake of it... you risk just causing more problems. They aren't that easy to install correctly.
#12
01-17-2019, 06:12 AM
The only reason I have the injector o rings on the list is the color of the fuel filter. Which has been coming out like that for some time. The other parts on the list are all while I’m in there replacements. I am going to try the biocide hopefully today. Also thinking of pulling the current filter for inspection. As for the injector cups I’m hoping that never has to be done for my engine lol
#13
01-17-2019, 09:15 AM
Lead Driver
That's what mine looked like. I was also burning through oil like there was no tomorrow. 1 qt every 100 miles or so, smoke out the tailpipe, and about 1 mpg better overall.
The only thing that drove me to actually get serious about pulling sticks was the fact I was burning a lot more oil than normal and it wasn't leaking out anywhere and pooling under the engine.
The only thing that drove me to actually get serious about pulling sticks was the fact I was burning a lot more oil than normal and it wasn't leaking out anywhere and pooling under the engine.
#14
01-17-2019, 09:38 AM
#15
01-17-2019, 09:53 AM
Fleet Owner
