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  1. TexasExcursion

    Cummin's to Ford

    Just out of curiosity, why did you sell the Dodge and jump in a Ford? :dunno I think you'll find quite a few people that like the Cummins but don't like its wrapper, that's why they're in Fords. I hope you enjoy the truck, and good luck keeping it stock....especially on this site! :roflmao
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    Should I or Shouldn't I

    Might want to be careful on that one.... The SCMT programmers will not work after the truck has been flashed; have to ship it back to Superchips to get updated. I'm not sure how all the programmers work, just be careful. Check it out ahead of time.
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    idle up mode

    Tell me about it..... :o
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    idle up mode

    Actually, that won't work on the 05 X's, Robert. We weren't fortunate enough to get the COMPLETE 05 upgrade like the Super Duties.:hail Basically, you're going to have to find yourself a connector, connect it to one of the PCM harnesses, then run the wire through the firewall, connect it to...
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    Dead turbo and Recall 06E16

    Any other symptoms besides black smoke and no boost pressure?
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    2007 Super Duty

    Front end is ugly. Interior looks okay.
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    "Home Dehumidifers" Who uses em?

    We've used the Sears brand (Kenmore?) for the past two summers up here and it worked without a single problem. Can either fill the internal bucket or connect a garden hose to it. Cost was under $100.
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    Storage for the Ex?

    We'd run into a few difficulties if I built one for you. First big obstacle is the shipping charges to KS. It'd probably cost as much to ship it as it would to build it. Second, I'm packing up our house getting ready to move in three weeks, so the soonest I could build one would be June-ish (if...
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    Ford says turbo bad b/c of Oilguard bypass

    And who said lawyers aren't helpful??:roflmao :)
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    Ford says turbo bad b/c of Oilguard bypass

    Time to trade? Interesting. We're thinking of selling the truck and trading on an 05 X. Any thoughts? I had two injectors replaced within the first 15k, and from there replaced serpentine belt (52k), replaced turbo and exhaust downpipe (57k), replaced EBP sensor (62k), replaced PCM...
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    Filters

    First off, stick with Ford stuff for the tranny. I've heard many times over that Ford is real picky on warranty stuff with the TorqShift, so don't chance it. Oil: ask five guys and you'll get six opinions. I like Amsoil 5W30 HDD full synthetic. Can use it towing, summer, winter, etc. Don't...
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    salesman says i should

    Keep us posted....I'm watching.-popcorn
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    Picked up a Sonic Blue 2003 F350

    Nice looking truck, Mike. Nice Mustang, too. I'm sure you'll enjoy spending all that tax-free money you just got done earning over there.:sweet
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    Power increase with MBRP exhaust

    The biggest change I noticed was the turbo whine. :thumbs The power was noticeable, but not nearly as much as a programmer.
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    Water in Fuel

    Do you know how Ford fixed it?
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    MPG Finally!!

    Same here.
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    Ford says turbo bad b/c of Oilguard bypass

    I checked the restricter--as per the instructions--before install and it was working properly (well, the hole was there, not that it was doing anything at the time...) I asked about the oil filter drain valve as well as the oil supply and return lines from the turbo. All were checked and all...
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    Ford says turbo bad b/c of Oilguard bypass

    My last turbo was replaced at 57k, so that's, um.....about 23k on the current one. They are completely replacing the turbo, not replacing bearings or rebuilding it. They show me the bad one each time they replace it. Now, I'm assuming they're putting reman'd turbo's in and not a brand spankin'...
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    Ford says turbo bad b/c of Oilguard bypass

    300 miles since I installed the Oilguard. I don't think it's possible that it is the reason for the turbo failure.
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    Ford says turbo bad b/c of Oilguard bypass

    Yeah, I always give it at least 30 seconds, provided the EGT's are under 375. From what I've read, though, the newer turbos don't need that extra "cool down" time like the old ones did. I still do it, though.
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    Ford says turbo bad b/c of Oilguard bypass

    Just talked to my service rep, and he said that the bearings in the turbo were shot. Could this be something that happened over 300 miles? I had a good flow of oil coming into the return (oil fill tube) from the Oilguard; my only reservation is that my "good flow" may be different from...
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    Ford says turbo bad b/c of Oilguard bypass

    They ARE covering it under warranty. But, since I just installed the Oilguard two days before the turbo went out, they said they were concerned that the Oilguard may be robbing the engine of oil flow, hence the turbo went bad. They said the warranty may be an issue IF the turbo goes out again...
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    Bypass Oil Filter - Good For Gassers, Too?

    Just a SWAG here, but I'd think cleaner oil would be better for any engine.
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    Turbo repair at dealer turn around time?

    Been thinking about that, but it's a two edged sword. A replaced turbo at Ford runs about $3000 installed (+/-). Assuming this happened outside the warranty, AND I had another Ford turbo installed, I'd be out $3000. How much would a turbo from an aftermarket manufacturer run? Buying another...
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    Turbo repair at dealer turn around time?

    Well, speak of the devil. On a 2.5 hour drive home from NY last night pulling a 2k lb utility trailer, my turbo went out--at least I think it was the turbo. Starting getting a "spinning" sound with no power (sound of spinning was equivalent to the boost), some crackling and popping, no more than...

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