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    EGR valve

    Egr Red and Firerescue; I wrote that I didn't run her too hard, and still don't have much EGR fouling. Running her harder once in a while won't do much for the EGR system, as I understand it doesn't operate at WOT, but it would probably be good for the VGT turbo to cycle it through so it...
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    EGR valve

    So I decided to pull my EGR and clean it up. The OASIS report shows it was plugged and replaced at 19K miles just before I bought it down south. The truck now has 34K on it, so I thought I'd take a look. I bought the carb cleaner and O ring kit, and got it out. It was slightly dirty, but...
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    6.0 maintenance video

    bama Did you see the video ?
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    Cold start!!

    goegleinbros I was gonna offer some advice until I saw your reply to DaveBen. Maybe you should wait for spring instead.
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    6.0 maintenance video

    I found this Ford maintenance video on the 6.0. Lots of basic info plus some other items you might not know about. There is some information on the intake system relevant to the zoodad mods that have been discussed recently. Enjoy Web_version
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    intake confusion

    zoodad That's the problem with mods like that, you may not have noticed any change, but that doesn't mean there wasn't one. Perhaps the filter was damaged internally reducing filter effectiveness, but allowing more flow- who knows? without an objective test there is no way to know. And I...
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    fs2500 bypass oil filter

    bypass oil filter I think the bypass oil filter system is probably the best mod you can do on a 7.3 or 6.0 due to the oil hydraulic fuel injector system. Anything you can do to ensure a clean flow of oil to the injectors will be the best thing for them. As for oil change interval, there are...
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    intake confusion

    zoodad mod From what I see Dave, the zoodad hopes to allow a ram air (or cold air) effect. It does this by taking air for the filter from the front of the rad (just behind the grill), instead of the normal air intake behind the rad (which is a cleaner source, but warmer). While this sounds...
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    intake confusion

    aftermarket intakes Nobody has spent more money or time on developing intakes for the 6.0 than Ford. Not only does it flow very well, it keeps intake temps low and catches a ton of dirt and keeps doing what it was designed for. Banks (for what its worth) tested alot of the intakes and almost...
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    Question '06 6.0 perf parts time help

    Icarus The stock truck is pretty tough, and well able to tow what you throw at it. If you are going off the beaten path, I would stay as stock as possible, because it will be more reliable, and easier to fix should something go wrong. I would concentrate on making sure all the routine...
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    6.0 fuel mileage help please

    94f450sd You sound like you want to just bash 6.0's. A stock properly running 6.0 will outpull your 7.3 anyday, unless it is heavily modded. 24 years of working on trucks or not, maybe you should get someone else to work on your 6.0 so you can see what a good 6.0 runs like.
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    blueheat?

    Diesel heater I live in northern Canada, and I have a Webasto on my 06 6.0 KR. Best thing since sliced bread. If its -40 or so I'll have it start 50 minutes or so prior to start (not plugged in), the glow plugs go out instantly, and the truck starts right now blowing heat. I have a 30 minute...
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    Winter / Cold Weather Oil

    cold weather oil If you're from Minnesota(?), I wouldn't be so concerned with break in as much as cold start lubrication. You can always go back to dino in the summer. Block heaters are great - but remember that the oil is down in the pan (and lots of it) and it is basically at outside air...
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    EGR again :(

    EGR trouble Take a look at the fuel you are using. ULSD will help keep deposits down. Keeping idling to a minimum is very important also.
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    Trouble in cold weather

    cold weather trouble You don't really say what the problem is. If it starts fine, but loses power or stalls under load, you might want to change your fuel filters. Most people don't realize you should drain your HFCM monthly also. Cold weather should not pose much of an issue until it gets...
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    block heater info:

    Block heater I believe it is a 1000 watt block heater.
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    06 cel and hard start when cold

    cold start We have much colder winters up here in Canada, 20 - 40 degree F is like summer vacation in the winter here. I would take a close look at the oil you are using. 5W-40 is great for cold weather. Make sure it is CI-4+ rated. You just can't use any multi grade oil in the 6.0. I...
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    Magic 100k mark!!

    100 k Congratulations! A great example of the type of reliability you can expect when you do normal maintenance. Too many people giving the 6.0 a bad name by tuning the engine, but never doing regular preventative maintenance, and then complaining when she don't run right...
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    Question How would you rate Performance & Reliability of 6.0 Powerstoke to Cummins, Duramax

    6.0 reliabilty Keep up with the routine maintenance - regular oil changes( synthetic if you can afford) filter changes, drain the HFCM regularly, think about a FS or Amsoil bypass oil filter system, and the engine will be very reliable. Stock power is also great for reliability, too many...
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    egr delete ???

    EGR Delete Keith; There is alot of info flying around about pros and cons of EGR delete. I don't want any trade secrets, but can you explain under what conditions the EGR normally operates, and what has to be done wrt computer operations to allow the EGR to be shut off without negatively...
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    AMSOIL BYPASS SYSTEM

    bypass filter My post was to DaveBen, but regardless, if you are looking to keep your truck for a while, the bypass oil system is definitely the way to go. The 6.0 oil quality is closely tied to how well the fuel delivery system works. The injectors will last longer, with better performance...
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    AMSOIL BYPASS SYSTEM

    bypass filter daveben; I don't think you have a good handle on what a bypass filter is all about. The BP filter takes a small amount of the oil and filters it to a degree not able with the stock setup. Over the same amount of running time the BP filter engine oil is much cleaner than the...
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    egr delete ???

    Also - I have not heard of any deletes that did not set codes.
  24. J

    2006 F250 6.0 milage ???

    Vailcomp; Those 33" tires are fuel mileage killers, you might as well be pulling a trailer.
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    202500 miles on my 07

    Good news. What oil do you run, and how often do you change it? Also - any other maintenance tips?

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