In the Pink
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I think a puke tank looks to be the best solution for now. I am going to look for tanks that big power boats use.
Can I just unplug the PCV and vent it to atmosphere? I feel like running a hose through and venting it to my tail pipe.
I also just posted a new video on how to prevent as much of this carbon buildup as possible.
I also just posted a new video on how to prevent as much of this carbon buildup as possible.
i may have just experienced something yesterday that may be because of this reason. 45k 3.5 ecoboost. went to the river in 114degree weather , on the way home, i felt loss of power almost if the turbos werent working..... it idles and runs fine but now it rattles in the front with a little smoke at the end of the tail pipes... smells odd. im talking it to the dealer but im afraid if this is going to cost me an arm.....if it was a known problem, why wouldnt ford cover this? do i feel like buying a 16 sport now?? ummm probably not.
So I have a 16 2.3L. Have about 8000 miles. I have switched to Amsoil at 3000 miles. Other than that and using top tier fuel do I need to do anything! What about this techtron fuel additives?
In this video I go over some new information coming down the pipe from Ford.
Thanks for a great video. I recently had a major issue with my 2013 Explorer Sport. I bought the vehicle used in 2015 with 60k miles. and in less than a year was driving on a 30 mph road when the engine hesitated and after a brief pause a loud knocking sound started. The local dealer said I blew the #2 cylinder @ 70k miles. I contacted Ford directly, and I quote " I am sorry but there is nothing we can do for you at this time". was the official response. The first dealer who will go unnamed quoted me $9k to replace the long block. I was very fortunate to find a more ethical dealer who provided me options at half the price. I replaced the engine and it runs like a top again. However I don't know if I will ever buy another Ford nor my family another ford ever again.
I posted this reply because you stated Ford wants info on issues with their EcoBoost engines. Well in my opinion that's not 100% true, they had zero interest in what happened with my EcoBoost.
Add a catch can and if your dealership is picky, remove it when going in for service.
I'm about to pull the trigger on a JLT unit, which is a basic plug and play; with the only "modification" being two holes to mount the brackets.
That is mentioned in the Warranty Guide.I was thinking of a catch can myself, looking at the RX unit. This is a response from my dealership from Ontario Canada:
"I read the information that you provided regarding the sludge accumulation throughout the engine heads, intake manifold and inter-cooler. I have brought the part to both a technician and a warranty admin to discuss your only question as to whether this part would void your warranty."
"While the part itself is not a genuine Ford part it would not carry any warranty on our end. If installed in the vehicle and an issue arises an inspection will be performed. If at this time it can proven that the installed part was in anyway responsible for issue that occurred the warranty would then be rendered void on the affected parts."
Hopefully this answers your questions.
Regards,
That's their generic response to anything "aftermarket".I was thinking of a catch can myself, looking at the RX unit. This is a response from my dealership from Ontario Canada:
"I read the information that you provided regarding the sludge accumulation throughout the engine heads, intake manifold and inter-cooler. I have brought the part to both a technician and a warranty admin to discuss your only question as to whether this part would void your warranty."
"While the part itself is not a genuine Ford part it would not carry any warranty on our end. If installed in the vehicle and an issue arises an inspection will be performed. If at this time it can proven that the installed part was in anyway responsible for issue that occurred the warranty would then be rendered void on the affected parts."
Hopefully this answers your questions.
Regards,
As I stated above, this voiding of the warranty is mentioned in the Warranty Guide for the use of aftermarket items or modifications made to the vehicle. I believe it is pretty much standard with all manufacturers. So they are basically quoting the Warranty Guide.That's their generic response to anything "aftermarket".......
That's their generic response to anything "aftermarket".
I cancelled my JLT order and will likely get the RX monster can setup also.
Only hesitation is its going to cost me CAD $600 (shipping and exchange rate).
I've been looking around for actual proof that there actually is damage causing sludge and coking issues with the 2016 Sport models. I asked Brian aka FordtechMakuloco awhile ago, he said there wasn't as in previous years.
I haven't seen an install of the RX can on the EX, just on the f150. Different configuration, contacted James from RX and they're working on instructions for the EX.