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  1. rjdelp7

    Cabin air filter pet peeve

    The Expedition engine, sits partially under windshield cowl. The cabin filter is in the cowl. How would you design it, for easier filter change? Its only a part that is changed around, every 25K. I suggest watching a youtube video, prior to tackling something. The more familiar you are with...
  2. rjdelp7

    eco boost swap?

    No. just No.
  3. rjdelp7

    Quick Question

    Cold air intakes, suck hot air from the engine. That can cause a power loss. That is why the stock box, gets air from through the fender. Most of the Fords have an power robbing 'air silencer' in the box. Some can be removed.
  4. rjdelp7

    Crank, no start

    You can activate the anti theft, by locking it with the inside door switch, then closing the door. I have done it. Always unlock/lock with the fob. Try the key both ways or other key.
  5. rjdelp7

    Just picked up my first! A few questions...

    Sun/moon roofs are more trouble than they are worth. Mine leaks a bit going through the car wash(on the seat, not floor). Check: Passenger door seal(esp pillar), windshield seal or AC evap drain. Look under it, by leak, for the drain tube. Try running a thin piece of plastic(a zip tie works) to...
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    Another dealer rip off story

    Not exactly. Its time/engine revs/miles and cold starts. Viscosity shouldn't ever go 'out of spec', if you follow service the schedule. VVT needs proper oil pressure, a full crankcase and and good filter. That is why VVT cars have larger oil pans, to make sure there is enough oil in the system...
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    Another dealer rip off story

    Almost all Mechanics are lazy. I brought my lease Lincoln in for its 'free/complimentary' oil change and rotation. I was told the oil change wasn't due(@4800mi). I said do it anyway. The service advisor said Lincoln wouldn't pay for it until 7,500mi. and its a lease, 'don't worry about it'. I...
  8. rjdelp7

    EcoBoost Emblem Missing

    Just buy a heat gun from harbor freight. They are about $12 bucks. Use the low setting going back and forth. In about 30-40sec will be hot to touch. Just peel off the emblem. I would leave it off. Why advertise you got a small engine in a huge suv? Ford stuck that on there for free advertising...
  9. rjdelp7

    First oil change yesterday - no issues

    The GM small blocks, have a filter that mount up/down. They can be filled and installed without spillage. Your Army buddy is right. It is better and takes maybe 60sec to do it.
  10. rjdelp7

    First oil change yesterday - no issues

    A few reasons to do the filter first. If you are using a regular pan, you could drop it into a full pan of hot oil. If for some reason you can't get it off, you can still drive the car. You can also cause the oil pump to lose its prime. Put your finger over a straw, while sitting in a glass of...
  11. rjdelp7

    Another dealer rip off story

    I watched a Ford service guy, fixing a flat, from the waiting room. The F-150 had its steel spare on. He re-installed the alloy wheel. He then spent the next ten minutes, struggling to put the spare back under the truck. Two other guys were called over and they all worked on it. Maybe $100+...
  12. rjdelp7

    Dead battery...2 times...

    I swear battery tender cooked two of my motorcycle batteries, my tractor battery and was red blinking once, while maintaining a vehicle in storage. One was getting to 139 degrees and Battery Tender replaced it, for $9. The 'new' one weighed about half as much and charges the battery to over...
  13. rjdelp7

    Another dealer rip off story

    In my High School days, my friends father, took the family car in for wiper blades. They charged him $30 to install(in 1986). He didn't realize the local auto part store, puts them on for free(or you can just do it yourself). The dealer probably just plugged it and re-filled with air. I had one...
  14. rjdelp7

    First oil change yesterday - no issues

    That's the War and Peace post, of an oil change. I can't believe I spent 2 minutes reading it. Always change the filter first. Don't tighten the filter, with the wrench. You will regret that next time. I hope you oiled the gasket.
  15. rjdelp7

    First oil change yesterday - no issues

    That's the War and Peace post, of an oil change. I can't believe I spent 2 minutes reading it. Always change the filter first. Don't tighten the filter, with the wrench. You will regret that next time. I hope you oiled the gasket.
  16. rjdelp7

    Replace seized engine or replace truck? NEWBIE NEEDS HALP

    What is the mileage on the old one? The 1st gens can go 300K, but were best 1999-2002. A 2011 is 9yrs old. It will be needing some work at 65k and will only get worse. $10K sounds a bit high. I bought mine around 8yrs old/78K($6,600) and I have fixed almost everything. I probably put over $5,000...
  17. rjdelp7

    Exhaust Manifold Cracked And Ticking

    I had mine done at the dealer. It was done the same way, except they use vise grips to remove studs. Sadly, they did enough, to know the back ones were broke. Ford has an specialty extraction tool for the job($50/stud). The new studs are superior in strength. The new Ford manifolds are only...
  18. rjdelp7

    50k+ vehicle with Plastic Pans... ? why?

    The upgraded crossover tube on the plastic intakes, are now aluminum.
  19. rjdelp7

    50k+ vehicle with Plastic Pans... ? why?

    Ford had a recall on plastic intake manifolds cracking. The Ford moto seems to be, put out a inferior product and fix it later. I don't see any weight or money savings either. My 2000 has a stamped metal one and looks brand new.
  20. rjdelp7

    Is all the "fuel saving" tech really worth it in the long run?

    I said volcanic eruptions disrupt weather patterns(aka climate change, storms). I did not say one volcano, releases more CO2 than all man made CO2.
  21. rjdelp7

    Is all the "fuel saving" tech really worth it in the long run?

    Wrong.
  22. rjdelp7

    Is all the "fuel saving" tech really worth it in the long run?

    Climate change is man made. You may recall between 1945 and 1970's, 1600 'above ground' nuclear test were performed. Mega tons blasted into the atmosphere, for 2 1/2 decades. It cooled the planet. Through treaties, these test were outlawed. The planet is returning back to its normal, warmer...
  23. rjdelp7

    Is all the "fuel saving" tech really worth it in the long run?

    One thing to consider. they put in 10 airbags, because the car is unsafe.
  24. rjdelp7

    Lean conditions on both banks. What could it be?

    Test your fuel pressure, at the fuel rail. It should be 40psi or higher. Check all your vacuum lines.
  25. rjdelp7

    Is all the "fuel saving" tech really worth it in the long run?

    I love they try to save fuel, but put on auto start. The vehicle now can sit there and idle, with no one in it. I think the dash screens are distracting. The push button start is stupid. 10 airbags are nice, but a bit of over kill. They still make cheap models, with no frills like Kia, Honda and...

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