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  1. JasonH

    What is this thing that fell off?

    Definitely a heat shield. Looks like from the downpipe? Try Fords parts catalog or Google lens image recognition for the source.
  2. JasonH

    70mph + vibration

    Defender is probably the most popular. After that KO2 and Cooper AT3 are frequently recommended.
  3. JasonH

    Coolant consumption

    Since you're traveling, try circulating dye so you can check when you get home. Common areas for coolant leaks are the water pump housing, turbo fittings, and the fitting on the degas bottle. Safe travels!
  4. JasonH

    New turbo manifolds

    Yep, all that was done. Got it back yesterday but need to take it back. Makes a whoopie cushion sound during initial spool. Hopefully it's just charge piping and not the turbo to downpipe interface. Validates my decision to get this done well in advance of my summer driving. Initial...
  5. JasonH

    Transmission fluid change interval

    Ford's service intervals are designed for convenience, not for long-term durability of the components. Having said that, I changed the fluid in my six speed at 137K and it's still going strong at 153K. But the 10 speed transmissions seems to have more issues. It's a pain since you have to drop...
  6. JasonH

    Tires for Towing Travel Trailer

    You can check the load index chart for proper psi. My recollection was high 50s was the minimum for my 7k trailer, but I've always just gone straight to 65. I might try going a bit lower next time as they are firm. I think they need more air than what the door placard calls for when the vehicle...
  7. JasonH

    New turbo manifolds

    Batch of photos from the shop. Looks like the cab removal for the Expedition is a bit more involved as compared to the F150, as I see some body work came off. Shop said oil line filters were clean. Used Castrol full synthetic Magnatec -> GTX - > Edge 5W or 10W30, then Edge Euro 5W-40 with 6K -...
  8. JasonH

    New turbo manifolds

    So my Full-Race turbo manifolds just arrived and I thought I would share some pics. I'm supposed to get them installed sometime during the next week. Unfortunately, because I have a leak on one side I won't be able to provide any quantifiable comparison with the original parts. But I'll let...
  9. JasonH

    Towing starter kit?

    I used a Husky Centerline 32218 for my 7K camper. It's like half the price of that Weigh Safe. I've driven from CA to TX, and from TX to FL twice. No complaints. The main factor is getting it setup properly. It's noisy at low speeds on sharp turns, but that's such a small part of driving with it...
  10. JasonH

    Will my brake rotors need to be replaced at 60k?

    It varies substantially based on your driving patterns. If the vehicle is driven heavily loaded, more city driving, salt on road, heavy deceleration, etc. All will wear out the brakes sooner. Resurfacing removes material and may cause the rotors to get out of round more quickly. I just keep...
  11. JasonH

    Replacing 1 tire?

    Generally on an AWD vehicle you would change the tires on the same axle. But if you're not using the AWD, it shouldn't be a problem. Some stores will give you a credit towards a new tire if the old one still has tread and can be sold as used.
  12. JasonH

    What code should I really start with if anyone can help

    Battery voltage. A weak battery can make other systems go haywire. I kept getting intermittent Advancetrac warnings on my 2017. They would randomly appear, with no common cause that I could identify. I changed the battery when it began to die repeatedly after the vehicle sat for several days...
  13. JasonH

    Weight distributing Hitch?

    My understanding is that boats tend to run light on the hitch. Your best bet is to visit a scale and find out how heavy the tongue load actually is. If you don't put enough weight on the tongue and use a WDH when it's called for, you may experience excessive sway while towing.
  14. JasonH

    Securing large heavy cargo in the back

    I'd like to see a photograph of the cart. The lack of tie-downs and even a lip in the reach hatch is another miss by Ford. Every time I open the hatch when loaded I have to open the glass first to ensure nothing drops out. This would have been easily remedied with a small, flip-up panel or at...
  15. JasonH

    Oil Leak - Is this Bad?

    There are instructions online for replacing the valve cover. It's a common repair and straightforward but does require removal of the wire harness and hpfp. I'll need to do this soon, as I noticed oil in my plug well recently. Just did it last weekend on my Altima.
  16. JasonH

    Securing large heavy cargo in the back

    Just because it can fit in the hatch doesn't mean you should put it back there. Rent a vehicle or a trailer for a day, if possible. Safety first!
  17. JasonH

    Time for tires, Michelin Defender LTX vs Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT

    It's a tradeoff. You get stiffer sidewalls and more puncture resistance at the expense of increased weight. There's no such thing as a free lunch. Just have to decide which is more important to you. For me, the benefits of the puncture resistance, better towing, and more stability at high speeds...
  18. JasonH

    An honest suggestion for Ford

    I'm sure there are quite a few former MAMAA employees that wouldn't mind moving to a locale with a lower cost of living. I hope Ford is beefing up its software team with all the tech talent that those companies have.
  19. JasonH

    Overheating warning issue after heater hose replacement

    As @Hellwig said, this is likely do to air in the cooling system. I found the below video from Ford Tech Makuloco helpful in purging mine after changing the water pump. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gk4xb9aOgE
  20. JasonH

    Cvf Fab day.

    Are you monitoring the IAT temps pre and post intercooler?
  21. JasonH

    Tires for Towing Travel Trailer

    What tire did you run before and how are the KO2s on noise? My Coopers are nearing end of life and are getting progressively louder. But I was very happy with them for the last 60K miles. No punctures and good tread life.
  22. JasonH

    2016 cylinder misfire issue

    I sent my wife halfway across the country to visit some newfound discovered relatives and the engine was misfiring at heavy load. She has a lead foot. Found one of those blue shop towels in the filter box when she got back. Ooops...my bad.
  23. JasonH

    2016 cylinder misfire issue

    Check the plug gap and check the insulator for damage. Easiest thing is to swap the plugs between cylinders after checking and see if the issue follows the plug. Sounds like this was done for the coil but not the plug itself.
  24. JasonH

    HP Increaae, Dramatically.. Chips, larger turbos?? Proven solutions

    It's more cost effective to add power to a vehicle in this class. Lotus built an entire business off addition lightness because once the car is done, the opportunities to shave a noticeable amount weight are limited. Many people run tunes on the Ecoboost without any issues. Just need to be...
  25. JasonH

    2016 cylinder misfire issue

    Check the plug gap. You can swap coils to see if the issue follows a specific coil. Cylinder 3 is passenger side closest to the firewall.

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