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  1. troutwest66

    Question CK-4 Rating Okay for the 6.0?

    I asked this in another thread of mine in the 6.0 Engine and Drivetrain forum. Just bought Delo 400 XSP 5W-40 synthetic since the Delo 400 LE 5W-40 synthetic seems to be discontinued. The XSP is the CK-4 rated but says it is fine for the CJ-4 rating and all other applications. I'm assuming it's...
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    Question Black Smoke Under hard Acceleration

    My '04 is still bone stock. Delete and exhaust is in the plans but it's only money, right?? New EGR valve last August. New injectors and fuel filters 2500 miles ago. Has been running awesome. A month ago maybe I started getting some black smoke and low power at low RPM and heavy throttle like...
  3. troutwest66

    Front Swaybar Bushings

    I need to change the the bushings from the bar to the front axle. Getting that clunk over bumps and two shops told me they are worn. Question is what brand? Saw Moog on Amazon for $9-$10. Should I just go to NAPA since I get a discount?
  4. troutwest66

    Shorter Antenna Mast for 2004 SD

    Wanting to park the truck in the garage and I don't want the antenna to bend and whip around pulling in and backing out. Any ideas for a shorter one by 4-6 inches? The '04s have the male mount on the truck and the mast screws onto it. I did find this one so far. Just got started looking...
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    Question Bully Dog Programmer

    Not trying sell anything here but I have my Dad's Bully Dog Triple Dog Diesel Downloader from his '02 Powerstroke. I unprogrammed it from his truck before selling it for my mom after he passed. I was going to use it but I don't need any tunes on my 6.0 but I do want to get an Edge monitor...
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    Question Rear Axle Servicing

    The owner's manual says the rear differential oil is a lifetime deal, only service if there's a leak or repairs done. I bought oil for the front diff. but I held off on the rear. What has everyone else done here? Leave it or change it out for new synthetic? My axle code is C1 so that is the LS...
  7. troutwest66

    Restoring Factory Alloy Rims

    My factory 5 spoke rims have a fair amount of corrosion I suspect from the clear coat wearing off. They were already like this when I bought the truck a couple months ago. I've seen outfits that will powder coat, etc., but I like the OEM look. Can the rims be re-coated to original? I know it's...
  8. troutwest66

    Doing Some Baseline Maintenance

    Changed out the fuel filters today. Ordered Motor Craft filters on Amazon along with a Lisle socket and had to get a new oil filter cap since whoever changed it last must have used the Wix all in one. Draining the bottom fuel filter took forever. I finally put the plug back in after almost 2...
  9. troutwest66

    Installing CB

    Trying to find a good spot to run the coax from the engine bay and a power and ground for the radio. I have my dad's Cobra all in one unit but it has the power module that is hidden under the dash. Any suggestions for the '04 Super Duty? I don't see the usual grommets that don't have a bunch of...
  10. troutwest66

    Door Mirror Hazy

    My passenger side mirror is hazy like it's dirty but it's clean. The driver's side is clear. Is there a way to polish the mirror? I have the heated mirrors so I don't want to ruin anything. I don't know what happened to it since I've only had the truck 4 weeks. I'm assuming something was put on...
  11. troutwest66

    Question Driving Tips for Towing and MPG

    Since I'm new to the 6.0 and the auto tranny I had some questions I was wondering about. 1. For MPGs what seems to be the sweet spot RPM wise? 2000 RPM and under was in my IDI but the 6.0 has a much higher redline so I'm not sure on this one. 2. With the Tow/Haul mode can I use it anytime...
  12. troutwest66

    Overhead Display Trip Computer

    I just bought my '04 Lariat and the display for the overhead display is out. It's physically there but doesn't come on or light up. Where do I start looking? The Mode and E/M buttons have lights when the marker lights are on. If it's electrical is there a fuse? If I need to replace a part which...
  13. troutwest66

    Should I Buy a 6.0?

    I really want a 7.3 but as you probably know they are getting tougher to find one not used up. I can get a better loan rate on an '06-07 but I am leary because I can't afford to fix head gaskets at $5-7K. Is there any way to know if head gaskets are going to be a problem? I understand the...
  14. troutwest66

    Shopping for SD 7.3, Tranny Questions

    I really want a 7.3 with the ZF6 but there is a really nice '01 at the local Ford dealer with an auto with 143K. I know the manuals are rare anymore and I'm just thinking about considering an auto. My questions are: issues that would eliminate and auto as an option, MPGs vs. the manual, cooling...

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