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    what`s the diff between 03 and 05 6`0s

    Hi, Good questions. The basic design is the same, but there are many differences. Improvements are made all the time. :sweet There are too many to list. The following link will help to explain many of them. http://dan.prxy.org/Truck/6L_bible_html/html/TOC.html click on 2005 6.0L Bible...
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    Vin number

    Decode the VIN The 6.0 has been under constant improvement since it's introduction. I am unsure of the actual dates that correspond with the changes. The 2005 model introduction had many improvements. Other members may be able to help with more information.:D This link will help with the...
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    Hi Everyone,

    My name is Mark, I'm from Anaheim CA. I have 2 wonderful daughters 20 and 24.:) We go to "the river" the Colorado, many times each year where we currently store a boat and 40' travel trailer.:sweet :sweet This is my 1st diesel and I am glad I bought it. When I bought my last "tow vehicle", a...
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    Recent 6.0 observations

    From Dieselmann's page.:sweet Rear Main Seal Leak: Some trucks with the 6.0 may exhibit what looks like an oil leak from the bellhousing, presumably for the rear main seal. This actually may be excessive grease from the torque converter pilot melting and runing out of the bellhousing. It...
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    Pulsating on acceleration

    Yes! we were just having this discussion. My coworker's 06 is having the same problem. It seems to be pulsing 50 to 75 RPM. Is more pronounced cold. I can hear the pulsing and you can see it in the tach. Mark:dunno
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    ThanksGiving, Family and FOOD

    To All, Have a great Thanksgiving!!:thumbs :thumbs If you are driving like I am, have a safe trip.:drive Mark
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    coolant filter for the 6.0

    Robert, Nice job on the write up and the pictures. :thumbs I agree about the washers . I bought the same kit. I do question the overall mounting. I put mine on the same way you did with the bracket slid under the cooler mount bushing and the through bolt with nut and washer to the...
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    zerex anti freeze Z-05

    I found the Zerex G-05 at Pep Boys tonight.:thumbs Anaheim Hills, So Cal They had plenty. Maybe more of there stores have it. I hope so. Merelind:sweet
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    coolant filter for the 6.0

    I found the Zerex G-05 at Pep Boys tonight. They had quite a bit. Merelind:thumbs
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    coolant filter for the 6.0

    That's great!!:thumbs :thumbs My filter kit came today. I have to work tomorrow, so I was planning on doing it on Sunday. It's warm enough here, it's 85 degrees today.:cool: :sorry I will see how it goes with your install. -popcorn Our trucks are almost the same. It looks pretty...
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    Cool! 05 & 06 Grill Upgrade

    Sorry, the grill won't fit the "04".:sorry The "99" thru "04" have a different facia. You can buy a kit from Powerstrokeshop to update the entire front.:sweet Mark
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    Cool! 05 & 06 Grill Upgrade

    It is a complete replacement. It's very easy to change, 4 screws and 4 clips. Maybe 5 minutes of work.:sweet I don't know how to post a picture, but below is a link to a picture from Ford. http://news.zdnet.com/2300-1040_22-5925949-4.html It's a promo for the new "Ford Mobile Office"...
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    Cool! 05 & 06 Grill Upgrade

    Grill Upgrade! This billet style grill from Ford is available on the “06” Lariat and was an option on the “05” as part of the chrome package. Ford #6c3z-8200aaa I like the way it looks on my “05” Lariat.:sweet My avatar picture isn’t too good, but you can get the general...
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    Seat Heaters or Seat Warmers?

    Hi Everyone,:D I have a "05" 6.0 F350 Lariat with seat heaters. My "heaters" seem to be at best, bun warmers. It takes quite awhile to feel any warmth at all and then it's not much. I would like to know if this is normal? :dunno I just had all 4 of the heating pads replaced because...
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    I think I may have slowed the addiction

    Bill, Just looked at my paperwork from the dealer and the build date is 04/25/05. I dropped it off last night for the heaters. Delivered 07/16/05. Maybe one of the last 05's ??? Mark
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