04 lightning here with 113,000 miles on it. Got it from a guy who couldn't maintain it for $5000. The only problem I'm picking up on is hard shift on 2-3. You mentioned it can be normal? I was thinking about a shift kit since the 4r100 is notorious for broken pressure reg springs in the accumulator.
Daniel Staley it could be normal, shift pressure may have been raised in the tune, or it could have a valvebody already. I would do the valvebody just so you know what’s in it, then have it tuned by a reputable lightning tuner so you know it’s good. Just for peace of mind
Have had my truck for a little over a year now. 2003 Harley Davidson. I haven’t done anything performance wise. Just cosmetic upgrades and interior mods(sound system). Had to replace intercooler pump. And did all regular maintenance. Recently started buying some performance parts. Hoping to install TR6,8 lb lower, ba2600, coil boots, punisher valve body, and some other things. You’re videos are super helpful man. Keep up the work!
Just a tip. For coils, you can save a few bucks and get Denso's. Denso makes the Motorcraft coils, the only difference is the sticker on the top and the price. Denso's run about $10-$12 less per coil.
I don't own a Lightning but everything you said is literally what you have to do to any car before modding. Nice video! I was looking up Lightning's cause I felt nostalgic and ended up here.
Don't forget the supercharger oil as well. LMR is my go to when it comes to getting parts for my Ford Lightning truck. I bought an 03 over 8 years ago at 56k miles. The very first things I did were changed out all of the fluids motor oil/supercharger oil/motor coolant/supercharger coolant/power steering/brakes/trans/rear axle. Also all of the filters oil/fuel/trans. Then I replaced all 4 brake rotors, front wheel bearings while at it, all 4 shocks, pulled off the supercharger to clean out the turkey pan, changed out the spark plugs while at it, put in place a thick submersible 30R14/16 hose over the turkey pan elbow routed to an oil catch can T split, replaced engine pulley water pump, supercharger electric water pump, thermostat, alternator, brake pedal switch, and Y-fitting in the fuel pump. Took me about 10 days doing it alone on my own using simple tools. Cleaned & torqued everything to specs with threadlocker. Now it has 164k miles running strong on original motor and tran with not a spot of drip where it sits. What is keeping me up at night a little now are the rear crank seal and driveshaft universal joint. There is no leak and no play yet, knocking on wood. Also LSD clutches, keeping an eye out on those 3 things. The driveshaft universal joint I can handle on my own as its probably just a little PITA similar to that of changing out the serpentine belt with the darn cage pulley that had to put a wrench on the bell housing to get the crank pulley loose. Now the rear crank seal would be a different story if it starts to leak. The transmission needs to be drop there's no way around it to get to it. I do not have the tools to drop it let alone clearance from jack stands. It worries me because when it comes to a truck like this. I do not let anybody touch it or do work on it except me. To allow dirty grease, power tools, and not torquing anything down mechanic to put hands on it is a big hell no thank you. Let alone they'd probably do burnouts on these trucks if you leave it with them. Really they do not even see my truck when I buy new tires, they'd only see the wheels. So this rear crank seal thing will be a problem for me when it starts to leak, hopefully never til it gets to 250k miles where I'd probably overhaul the entire motor and swap in a t56 tranny. I do start and drive it around the block at least once a week to get all of the fluids flowing and gaskets/seals/o-rings up to temperature. Also for the air conditioning compressor and heater core to cycle. You guys that also own these trucks be sure you do the same. Damn ethanol in fuel can rust your lines and internals if it just sits. Funny story someone got into my truck with a slim jim when I parked it at the airport garage. Little did they know I had a custom quick release steering wheel and the truck was tuned to not exceed 1600rpm and 25mph with my hand held tuner when I left it parked at the airport. The hand held tuner and the custom steering wheel hub were with me of course that prevented my truck from being stolen. But they did stumped on my exhaust tips and vandalized my truck. I had it re-welded under my supervision and slowly repaired the vandalizing on my own. Replaced all of the fluids again including the rear axle in case they had contaminated it. For repairs that would be beyond me. If any of you know of any trustworthy places that would work on these trucks in the state of CA or FL let me know. Cheers 🍻
Commenting so I can bookmark. I've had an 03 harley shamoo truck for 3-4 years now. I typically use it to tow or haul stuff since I have 3 AMGs that I daily drive. Seriously considering selling it since I don't drive it but I know this truck is really capable decisions, decisions...
Just finished the TA Performance Rear End Cover today and loved how it looks! Thank for all the info man your content is fire and very well explained 😎🔥⚡️
Thanks a lot! I'm on my 2nd Lightning now. 1st was a black 2000 which I ended up selling after I bought my grey 04. Just paid it off and about to do some heavy shit! Already sitting at a dialed back 493 whp.
Dante’s Modular Performance makes a great valve body too Re the O2 sensors I ran Bosch for a few years and it messed with my warmup AFR (wild idling rpm ranges up and down) and once it warmed up even at idle and cruise where it should sit at 14.7 it bobbed around 13.8-15.5 When I put the OEM motocraft upstream O2 sensors back in all of that nonsense went away Engine is FRPP built short block, TF heads, stage 2.5ish cams, full bolt ons, efan, OBX long tubes, spintech X and muffler
Great video with smart information. My 01 Lightning was custom tuned with 2.76 upper while keeping oem sparkplugs, but I kept the lower stock. I think the only thing I might add, is to do a brake flush, get some new brake fluid. Kool video!
Great video..iam about to buy a red 01 lightning with 120k on it but it’s all Stock , that’s what i want I could’ve got another one with mods but i Didn’t. I plan on doing all the maintenance you mentioned. I just want a reliable lighting that will last for another 120k great vid again..👍
Great video! My L 2003 I had to live in -26F .in winter it I think it's safer to run thicker oil. Transmission fluid most places freak out dont have the fittings to to to it. Oh damn mine is in the shop to be ready for it to go .yes fuel filter every 10k. Or less. Absolute big time difference.
Fantastic content! Getting a 2002 lightning in a couple of weeks it only has about 21k original miles and it has been garaged for most of the time so this could of not come in a better time!! 👊🏽👊🏽😁
Dont waste your money on an old truck get a 2020 F150 5.0L 10 speed instead. The Coyote 5.0L engine paired to the 10 speed is a far superior powertrain.
@@Jimmyxsx I disagree. I personally would never get a new truck, they are wanting way too much money, and depreciate in value way too fast. Lightnings are only going up in value, and are alot better bang for your buck. Simple bolt ons and your deep into the 12's
DebtLife Projects 30k ain’t too much money for a 2020 F150 5.0L. You can even get it with 4x4 and beat pretty much anything from a dig race. Add a whipple to that and it will run 1/4 times that lightnings can only dream off lol
Good video I have a 2003 hardly Davison 100th anniversary thank you for the info next I'll be doing a little bit of mods am doing fluids first and I live in Florida to in the pan handle kept up the good work
I know this is a long question I bought my 02 L with theses parts installed still on stock block what other parts should I be looking at if you was me ? Thanks! -2010 stock GT500 m122 2.76 pulley - JPC adapter plate - turkey pan delete - 60# injectors, kenne bell bap - fore adjustable regulator with LFP rails, walbro twin 255s all new lines with filter - JLP valvebody - Beltech 2/3 drop suspension/shocks with 1/2 coil cut - Rotorpros rotors and ceramic pads - metco billet idlers and relocating bracket - Dynatech LT with Bassani off road X and mufflers -SCT tune fore innovations -SCT maf
Seems like ya got most of it covered, maybe some efficiency mods, like an intercooler tank and heat exchanger, maybe a superduty trans cooler, stuff like that. Looks like a nice little build list tho, I bet it’s a sweet truck! 🤘
DebtLife Projects yes i love this truck all of the work was done from the previous owner I just got it a month ago I’m completely lost when it comes to Lightning’s so your videos help thanks 👍
DebtLife Projects might be a stupid question for you but I’m going to the track tomorrow night for the first time to do some runs should I turn my o/d off or just don’t mess with it ?
Where is the part your supposed to delete I pulled my charger off to clean the cooler and found all the ceramic on wheels to be on top of cooler after cleaning I believe it's ready to be installed but would like to do it right and delete and catch can just not sure where or what to do.
There's an elbow with a hose that comes from the back/bottom of the lower intake manifold. Take the hose off, elbow out, and put a 3/8 npt plug fitting in the lower intake to block it off. Plenty of threads on Lightningrodder with all the steps/pics, google "Ford Lightning turkey pan mod/delete"
Thanks for your info You thought me a few things I have p0171 vacuum leak do you think the suspect may be the elbow fitting to the Turkey pan ? I can not find the leak anywhere else My truck idle fine but after 30 seconds of idling it drops to 400 rpm and after 10 second it starts idling back up to proper rpm but has a choppy exhaust tone but engine is smooth Tap on the gas to 3000 rpm and then idle and then again 30 sec later............. I absolutely love the lightning even with this problem
Yes, that elbow is a very common place for vacuum leaks, that elbow deteriorates over time, that’s what happened to me. I would take a look at the elbow and plug/delete it, that way you won’t ever have that problem again, and it helps keep from over pressurizing the pcv. Plug it and run a catch can on the passenger side. 👍
Good idea! I personally didn't try that, but im sure it works great! We soak alot of the parts at our shop (I'm a machinist) in dawn dish soap, and it cuts the grease pretty good
Sure they would! I dailied mine for years, and alot of people do. Basic maintenance is key, that and if anything looks "rigged" up, It's a no go. If simple things can't be done/fixed properly, I'd worry about what else might not be, so look for things that are "rigged", that's a big red flag. Nothing real specific though, If all the basic maintenance is there, and it looks clean, you should be ok. Maybe browse the Lightning Facebook groups, and see what problems people seem to post often about, and you'll get ideas on what to look for.
Chris Garret at A1 transmissions makes a killer valvebody. He’s the man for everything transmissions. Especially for these trucks www.a1transga.com/product/4r100-accumulator-valve-body-99-04-ford-svt-lightning/
Does doing a turkey pan delete mess with emissions? Like will it still pass smog and all that if you do a turkey pan delete? Cali is very strict when it comes to smog.
Hey thanks for a very informative video. I did just about every thing you mentioned,. But I've owned My 2001 svt lightning since new. Here's the thing. It's had lean code issue since new' I've changed all O2 sensors Bosch brand did turkey pan delete and cleaned it Put a new fuel filter did the smoke test changed intake manifold gasket. Codes would go away for awhile then comes back PO171 bank 1 . Any suggestions? Thanks
Someone has one in Illinois and hasn't messed with me yet? They are super rare up north. Mine was from Houston several weeks on the waiting list to get one.
4-6 lb lower pulley, 4 being conservative, 6 being a tad agressive, I went with a JLP 5lb lower to be in the middle...and you'll also need a maf, plugs, and a tune. Since you'll need a tune, may as well port the blower/plenum, that way when you tune it, you can take full advantage of it.
@@DebtLife_Projects I appreciate this man. Will the stock engine be able to handle the ported blower? I'm assuming it'll get some pretty nice HP gains from pulley,port,maf and tune. Thats basically all I wana do lol don't wana go too crazy.
Yup, you’ll be good! If it was me I’d have jokerz performance port it and the plenum, do a 4lb lower to stay more on the safe side, maf, plugs, and tune. That’ll have you at 425ish. Then do cooling and efficiency mods (heat exchanger, bigger intercooler tank, ect) to help cool the boost.
Just make sure you go with a good Lightning specific tuner. Eric Korn is the best. If not, JDM engineering is also legit. But tune is the key to it staying safe and healthy
Thanks man! Yeah I saw a big difference in the intercooler with water wetter. Air temps went down 10-15 degrees. Hope all is well with you, it’s so crazy in this world right now lol, to say the least!
Good Vid Shawn! I’m about to get to the point of pulling the SC and prepping for more boost. I have read the LR post multiple times, but I never get tired of gaining more knowledge on these trucks. Been my first hot rod since The early 90s so I’m like a kid again....lol.
Thanks man! Hell yeah, that's always fun lol. I know the feeling, my truck was my first hotrod in a while myself, and the first one I went and did a full on build on lol. It's fun, but man is it expensive lol 😂
Me and my mechanic did the new turkey pan hose line and put it all back together and now my truck feels like it is driving funny and also shacking when i hit like 30 or 40 and clue? Or you have any problems when you put yours back together
Omg absolutely not! Mine is at 117k mi. Sad to say, I did not not listen to the Lightning Gods on lightningrodder.com. My 2003 intercooler supercharger nothing touched. I decide to let a non lightning person change out the fluids. No more 11 12lbs of boost. Bye. Now I am embarrassed to drive it only 8lbs of boost? Total flatline. Never lost to a corvette ever (aside from being in snow tires I wish I could buy). Cop gave me a ticket slowing down to 99. Lucky no jail. LIGHTNING OWNERS: DO not let anyone touch the intercooler or clean out the blower and fluid. BAD mistake. I might as well be driving a minivan full of kids. It is wrong on so many levels. If I have to drive across the country to let a lightning master fix it. 8 psi.it just flatlines there. So depressing. Why did I let them touch it? Not to mention the wannabe electronic person at Tess Corners Milwaukee WI. You lied to the owner and messed my truck up really good. You do not jank a relay out to make it sort of work. POS like you need to be fired. No boss man I'm a crap employee I didn't pull any relays. Yes you did bastard. I know it by heart no fooling me. Here I am with a salvaged interior wiring harness from a 2002 Sonic Blue RIP. Only thanks from help from the LRodder community. Rant over but I am deeply upset over this you have no idea. I'm mad I let anyone else touch it more than anything.
DebtLife Projects not to take anythi away from the A1 valve bodies, but the Punisher ones are spot on as well. Paul is great for service and taking time to answer questions.
@@DebtLife_Projects It will look really nice when lowered, like you said, not slammed.......lowered......after that you should be done....well, until the next phase begins.......
@@DebtLife_Projects Damn, then ima need me one. All ive read is nothing but good reviews about his work. Ima hit em up. Does he have a website by any chance?
That sucks really bad. Wish I had seen this video before a decent local mechanic. My 03 instant 11lbs of boost. Now it flatlines at super sad 8psi total flatline.
Super nice video good explanation on all I have a question.? What fog lights I should get for my Harley Davidson truck my ara bad looking already thanks for all I em follow you up fallow me to 👍👍👍👍👍
I respect the very informative and helpful video. A little too much rambling/repeating sentences IMO. Probably lack of an organized thought so repeating gives the mind time to think. Some short two second snips of videos would help what you're trying to explain instead of miming them with your hands. But over all, i appreciate the video. A little too long. In any case, i clicked on the thumbs up and it's worth a subscribe.
Thanks for watching! Did ya learn somethin? Did I miss somethin? Let me know below!
DebtLife Projects what part of florida are you in? Im across the Alabama state line in Mobile.
04 lightning here with 113,000 miles on it. Got it from a guy who couldn't maintain it for $5000. The only problem I'm picking up on is hard shift on 2-3. You mentioned it can be normal? I was thinking about a shift kit since the 4r100 is notorious for broken pressure reg springs in the accumulator.
Daniel Staley it could be normal, shift pressure may have been raised in the tune, or it could have a valvebody already. I would do the valvebody just so you know what’s in it, then have it tuned by a reputable lightning tuner so you know it’s good. Just for peace of mind
Beau Strahan South Florida area
Have had my truck for a little over a year now. 2003 Harley Davidson. I haven’t done anything performance wise. Just cosmetic upgrades and interior mods(sound system). Had to replace intercooler pump. And did all regular maintenance. Recently started buying some performance parts. Hoping to install TR6,8 lb lower, ba2600, coil boots, punisher valve body, and some other things. You’re videos are super helpful man. Keep up the work!
Just a tip. For coils, you can save a few bucks and get Denso's. Denso makes the Motorcraft coils, the only difference is the sticker on the top and the price. Denso's run about $10-$12 less per coil.
I don't own a Lightning but everything you said is literally what you have to do to any car before modding. Nice video! I was looking up Lightning's cause I felt nostalgic and ended up here.
Don't forget the supercharger oil as well.
LMR is my go to when it comes to getting parts for my Ford Lightning truck.
I bought an 03 over 8 years ago at 56k miles. The very first things I did were changed out all of the fluids motor oil/supercharger oil/motor coolant/supercharger coolant/power steering/brakes/trans/rear axle. Also all of the filters oil/fuel/trans. Then I replaced all 4 brake rotors, front wheel bearings while at it, all 4 shocks, pulled off the supercharger to clean out the turkey pan, changed out the spark plugs while at it, put in place a thick submersible 30R14/16 hose over the turkey pan elbow routed to an oil catch can T split, replaced engine pulley water pump, supercharger electric water pump, thermostat, alternator, brake pedal switch, and Y-fitting in the fuel pump. Took me about 10 days doing it alone on my own using simple tools. Cleaned & torqued everything to specs with threadlocker. Now it has 164k miles running strong on original motor and tran with not a spot of drip where it sits.
What is keeping me up at night a little now are the rear crank seal and driveshaft universal joint. There is no leak and no play yet, knocking on wood. Also LSD clutches, keeping an eye out on those 3 things. The driveshaft universal joint I can handle on my own as its probably just a little PITA similar to that of changing out the serpentine belt with the darn cage pulley that had to put a wrench on the bell housing to get the crank pulley loose. Now the rear crank seal would be a different story if it starts to leak. The transmission needs to be drop there's no way around it to get to it. I do not have the tools to drop it let alone clearance from jack stands. It worries me because when it comes to a truck like this. I do not let anybody touch it or do work on it except me. To allow dirty grease, power tools, and not torquing anything down mechanic to put hands on it is a big hell no thank you. Let alone they'd probably do burnouts on these trucks if you leave it with them. Really they do not even see my truck when I buy new tires, they'd only see the wheels. So this rear crank seal thing will be a problem for me when it starts to leak, hopefully never til it gets to 250k miles where I'd probably overhaul the entire motor and swap in a t56 tranny.
I do start and drive it around the block at least once a week to get all of the fluids flowing and gaskets/seals/o-rings up to temperature. Also for the air conditioning compressor and heater core to cycle. You guys that also own these trucks be sure you do the same. Damn ethanol in fuel can rust your lines and internals if it just sits.
Funny story someone got into my truck with a slim jim when I parked it at the airport garage. Little did they know I had a custom quick release steering wheel and the truck was tuned to not exceed 1600rpm and 25mph with my hand held tuner when I left it parked at the airport. The hand held tuner and the custom steering wheel hub were with me of course that prevented my truck from being stolen. But they did stumped on my exhaust tips and vandalized my truck. I had it re-welded under my supervision and slowly repaired the vandalizing on my own. Replaced all of the fluids again including the rear axle in case they had contaminated it.
For repairs that would be beyond me. If any of you know of any trustworthy places that would work on these trucks in the state of CA or FL let me know. Cheers 🍻
What electric water pump did you buy? Also you have instagram your truck sounds dope
@@thelastslime3007 AC Delco or Motorcraft. It was back in 2017. My instagram got hacked, never got a new one. I only have facebook.
I bought mine 120k on it and i did/ had to do every bit of this. Im pending the trans and rear diff but yes very good info
Commenting so I can bookmark. I've had an 03 harley shamoo truck for 3-4 years now. I typically use it to tow or haul stuff since I have 3 AMGs that I daily drive. Seriously considering selling it since I don't drive it but I know this truck is really capable decisions, decisions...
Just finished the TA Performance Rear End Cover today and loved how it looks! Thank for all the info man your content is fire and very well explained 😎🔥⚡️
Hell yeah, it's a nice piece! No problem, I really appreciate the kind words and support! 🤘😁
Thanks a lot! I'm on my 2nd Lightning now. 1st was a black 2000 which I ended up selling after I bought my grey 04. Just paid it off and about to do some heavy shit! Already sitting at a dialed back 493 whp.
good solid advice little brother! good to hear it coming from a youngblood. Im 52 so got lots of years on ya.
We never got these in Australia but they look like a cool unit 👍🏾
You guys got the Ute tho, those things are basically your version of this truck 🤘
Yeah, we did get these. As well as the Harley Davidson versions too
Great video wish I saw it before I went crazy with mods and detonated my motor keep em coming
while youre at the diff fluid replace the clutches! took mine out 3 of the clutches had broken tabs, changed then and both tires were gettin it💪🏼💪🏼
truck had 130kmiles
True, forgot to mention that! I’m doing that soon, might even go 4:10s. I’m undecided lol
The L doesn't have cluthces
@@AF_1892 clutches in the differential behind the two side gears
Dante’s Modular Performance makes a great valve body too
Re the O2 sensors I ran Bosch for a few years and it messed with my warmup AFR (wild idling rpm ranges up and down) and once it warmed up even at idle and cruise where it should sit at 14.7 it bobbed around 13.8-15.5
When I put the OEM motocraft upstream O2 sensors back in all of that nonsense went away
Engine is FRPP built short block, TF heads, stage 2.5ish cams, full bolt ons, efan, OBX long tubes, spintech X and muffler
I have had really good luck with rock auto on motorcraft parts, as long as they have the heart next to it you are good to go for sure!
Same, I've got a bunch from rock auto. My fridge is covered in their magnets lol
@DebtLife_Projects it's all about those magnets for sure 😅
👍great information. Can’t wait. I’ve got a Harley truck . Best truck I ever had. That whine better then both my ex’s combined.
Haha 😂 that’s for damn sure! The only whining I wanna here 🤘⚡️
gonna do all this to my 2nd gen before I mod thanks👍🏽
Thanks for watching, good luck with your truck🤘😁
Great video with smart information.
My 01 Lightning was custom tuned with 2.76 upper while keeping oem sparkplugs, but I kept the lower stock.
I think the only thing I might add, is to do a brake flush, get some new brake fluid.
Kool video!
Thanks man! 7:52 I mentioned pads and flushing the fluid, idk why I said maybe, definitely a good idea lol
Thanks for watchin! I appreciate it 😁
Great video..iam about to buy a red 01 lightning with 120k on it but it’s all Stock , that’s what i want I could’ve got another one with mods but i Didn’t. I plan on doing all the maintenance you mentioned. I just want a reliable lighting that will last for another 120k great vid again..👍
Great video! My L 2003 I had to live in -26F .in winter it I think it's safer to run thicker oil. Transmission fluid most places freak out dont have the fittings to to to it. Oh damn mine is in the shop to be ready for it to go .yes fuel filter every 10k. Or less. Absolute big time difference.
Fantastic content! Getting a 2002 lightning in a couple of weeks it only has about 21k original miles and it has been garaged for most of the time so this could of not come in a better time!! 👊🏽👊🏽😁
Dang, congrats! That’s gonna be an awesome truck! I wouldn’t mod it lol 😆 I still wish I kept mine stock, but oh well, too late now! Lol 😁
Thank you! Would you even consider lowering it or changing the Intake? Or if it’s all stock and clean, would you just leave it like that? 😁
Dont waste your money on an old truck get a 2020 F150 5.0L 10 speed instead. The Coyote 5.0L engine paired to the 10 speed is a far superior powertrain.
@@Jimmyxsx I disagree. I personally would never get a new truck, they are wanting way too much money, and depreciate in value way too fast. Lightnings are only going up in value, and are alot better bang for your buck. Simple bolt ons and your deep into the 12's
DebtLife Projects 30k ain’t too much money for a 2020 F150 5.0L.
You can even get it with 4x4 and beat pretty much anything from a dig race. Add a whipple to that and it will run 1/4 times that lightnings can only dream off lol
Good video I have a 2003 hardly Davison 100th anniversary thank you for the info next I'll be doing a little bit of mods am doing fluids first and I live in Florida to in the pan handle kept up the good work
Nice! I want an HD so bad, maybe one day lol 😆 thanks for watching, I appreciate it 🤘
Doing an SVT swap thanks for the heads up man!
Nice! Good luck with your swap, that should be fun!
I know this is a long question I bought my 02 L with theses parts installed still on stock block what other parts should I be looking at if you was me ? Thanks! -2010 stock GT500 m122 2.76 pulley
- JPC adapter plate
- turkey pan delete
- 60# injectors, kenne bell bap
- fore adjustable regulator with LFP rails, walbro twin 255s all new lines with filter
- JLP valvebody
- Beltech 2/3 drop suspension/shocks with 1/2 coil cut
- Rotorpros rotors and ceramic pads
- metco billet idlers and relocating bracket
- Dynatech LT with Bassani off road X and mufflers
-SCT tune
fore innovations
-SCT maf
Seems like ya got most of it covered, maybe some efficiency mods, like an intercooler tank and heat exchanger, maybe a superduty trans cooler, stuff like that. Looks like a nice little build list tho, I bet it’s a sweet truck! 🤘
DebtLife Projects yes i love this truck all of the work was done from the previous owner I just got it a month ago I’m completely lost when it comes to Lightning’s so your videos help thanks 👍
DebtLife Projects might be a stupid question for you but I’m going to the track tomorrow night for the first time to do some runs should I turn my o/d off or just don’t mess with it ?
Thank you for the information I was planning on starting to mod my ‘00 lightning before I watched this video you are right tho!
Where is the part your supposed to delete I pulled my charger off to clean the cooler and found all the ceramic on wheels to be on top of cooler after cleaning I believe it's ready to be installed but would like to do it right and delete and catch can just not sure where or what to do.
There's an elbow with a hose that comes from the back/bottom of the lower intake manifold. Take the hose off, elbow out, and put a 3/8 npt plug fitting in the lower intake to block it off. Plenty of threads on Lightningrodder with all the steps/pics, google "Ford Lightning turkey pan mod/delete"
What about cats? Mine where gutted and it feels sluggish from 15-50 mph... I have the Super Charged Harley... Awesome video botha manz
Thanks for tips I got 2001 lightning .this is very helpful. I might need ask some questions .when doing mine .love your truck .
I’m glad it helped! Whenever your ready you can dm me on Instagram or Facebook and I’ll help however I can 🤘😁 and thanks! I appreciate it!
Jjg
Where did you get that carbon fiber hood? Looks good
Kaminari Aerodynamics, I love it, very happy with the hood
www.kaminari.com/node/910
Thanks for your info
You thought me a few things
I have p0171 vacuum leak do you think the suspect may be the elbow fitting to the Turkey pan ?
I can not find the leak anywhere else
My truck idle fine but after 30 seconds of idling it drops to 400 rpm and after 10 second it starts idling back up to proper rpm but has a choppy exhaust tone but engine is smooth
Tap on the gas to 3000 rpm and then idle and then again 30 sec later.............
I absolutely love the lightning even with this problem
Yes, that elbow is a very common place for vacuum leaks, that elbow deteriorates over time, that’s what happened to me. I would take a look at the elbow and plug/delete it, that way you won’t ever have that problem again, and it helps keep from over pressurizing the pcv. Plug it and run a catch can on the passenger side. 👍
Soak the intercooler in dawn dish detergent and water Dawn cuts grease right outta your way!
Good idea! I personally didn't try that, but im sure it works great! We soak alot of the parts at our shop (I'm a machinist) in dawn dish soap, and it cuts the grease pretty good
Would a lightning or harley truck be a good daily? What should one look for before buying one?
Sure they would! I dailied mine for years, and alot of people do. Basic maintenance is key, that and if anything looks "rigged" up, It's a no go. If simple things can't be done/fixed properly, I'd worry about what else might not be, so look for things that are "rigged", that's a big red flag. Nothing real specific though, If all the basic maintenance is there, and it looks clean, you should be ok. Maybe browse the Lightning Facebook groups, and see what problems people seem to post often about, and you'll get ideas on what to look for.
What valve body do you recommend for the 02 f150 Harley Davidson? I want it to really chirp on gear change
Chris Garret at A1 transmissions makes a killer valvebody. He’s the man for everything transmissions. Especially for these trucks
www.a1transga.com/product/4r100-accumulator-valve-body-99-04-ford-svt-lightning/
Nice truck I got the 02 Harley Davidson truck.
Lovin’ the info vids man! These are needed for the community!
Thanks man! I've seen alot of new owners lately asking questions, so figured i'd try to help 🤘😁
Are the timing chains and guides a must do for these motors?
So all these things you are saying to do and all the parts you are listing will fit the 02 HD trucks??
What kind of trans fluid do you use?
Motorcraft Mercon V
Does doing a turkey pan delete mess with emissions? Like will it still pass smog and all that if you do a turkey pan delete? Cali is very strict when it comes to smog.
It’ll pass if you know someone you can pay to pass it, but probably won’t pass regular tests. I’d move IMO lol
How to set the tps and the voltage it should be at.
we’re did you get that hood man?
Kaminari Aerodynamics 🤘
Hey thanks for a very informative video. I did just about every thing you mentioned,. But I've owned My 2001 svt lightning since new. Here's the thing. It's had lean code issue since new' I've changed all O2 sensors Bosch brand did turkey pan delete and cleaned it Put a new fuel filter did the smoke test changed intake manifold gasket. Codes would go away for awhile then comes back PO171 bank 1 . Any suggestions? Thanks
How much would you say is a fair price for someone to do this work?
Hey brother great video thank you very much for the information.
I haven’t done the intercooler clean up yet but I definitely plan on doing it soon
Thanks for watchin! It's super important to do, your truck will love you for it lol! Most likely free up some ponies too
Helped me out thank you much love from Illinois bro
Glad I could help! Thanks for watchin 🤘
Someone has one in Illinois and hasn't messed with me yet? They are super rare up north. Mine was from Houston several weeks on the waiting list to get one.
@@AF_1892where you from ? Do you work on them ?
Nice man, lovin the content 🔥 this is so helpful! And as always, quality is sick bro 🤘
Thank! I appreciate it! 😁 thanks for watching the vids!
Good job
What is a safe boost amount for an aftermarket pullie and tune?
4-6 lb lower pulley, 4 being conservative, 6 being a tad agressive, I went with a JLP 5lb lower to be in the middle...and you'll also need a maf, plugs, and a tune. Since you'll need a tune, may as well port the blower/plenum, that way when you tune it, you can take full advantage of it.
@@DebtLife_Projects I appreciate this man. Will the stock engine be able to handle the ported blower? I'm assuming it'll get some pretty nice HP gains from pulley,port,maf and tune. Thats basically all I wana do lol don't wana go too crazy.
Yup, you’ll be good! If it was me I’d have jokerz performance port it and the plenum, do a 4lb lower to stay more on the safe side, maf, plugs, and tune. That’ll have you at 425ish. Then do cooling and efficiency mods (heat exchanger, bigger intercooler tank, ect) to help cool the boost.
Just make sure you go with a good Lightning specific tuner. Eric Korn is the best. If not, JDM engineering is also legit. But tune is the key to it staying safe and healthy
@@DebtLife_Projects for sure ill keep this in mind! Sounds like I'm gona need to work some overtime💰 to spoil my lightning 😅
Hey buddy.. I know it's old video... I'm in Tampa area....
Great video and nice truck. I’ve been thinking about getting a lightning.
Nice! You won’t regret it, they are some fun street trucks! Thanks for watching 🤘
2.3 2.9 3.8 Whipple supercharger? For daily 03 Harley Davidson
If I upgrade my stock maf sensor to the blue sct maf do I have to tune the truck ?
Yes. Maf changes require a tune.
How how should the iat be different from ambient temps?
I have a questing what’s a good website/brand where I can buy my front Suspension?
Not a bad video at all......you know, you're getting good at this......The Pig uses water wetter, dropped the temp 15/20 degrees.
Thanks man! Yeah I saw a big difference in the intercooler with water wetter. Air temps went down 10-15 degrees. Hope all is well with you, it’s so crazy in this world right now lol, to say the least!
Would you say all the same for an 01 HD non super charged?
Yup, besides the intercooler seeing as there isn’t one. Everything else should still apply
@@DebtLife_Projects Appreciate the reply back!
@@justjayjustjay5054 No problem! I try to reply as much as I can 😁🤘
I'm just north of Tampa... Who is turning with this epa..
Good Vid Shawn! I’m about to get to the point of pulling the SC and prepping for more boost. I have read the LR post multiple times, but I never get tired of gaining more knowledge on these trucks. Been my first hot rod since The early 90s so I’m like a kid again....lol.
Thanks man! Hell yeah, that's always fun lol. I know the feeling, my truck was my first hotrod in a while myself, and the first one I went and did a full on build on lol. It's fun, but man is it expensive lol 😂
Heyy man any idea why lightning be stuttering when accelerating? It sat for almost 7 months while the engine was getting fixed
idk, bad gas maybe? Try a fresh tank with some injector/fuel system cleaner
@@DebtLife_Projects thankss
What type of camera do you use man? Nice video
Thanks man! I use the go pro hero 7. 4K 60fps and it’s portable and cheap 👍 works pretty well.
Me and my mechanic did the new turkey pan hose line and put it all back together and now my truck feels like it is driving funny and also shacking when i hit like 30 or 40 and clue? Or you have any problems when you put yours back together
dm me on instagram or facebook, easier to message there.
Links to both in description or search "Debtlife Projects"
Omg absolutely not! Mine is at 117k mi. Sad to say, I did not not listen to the Lightning Gods on lightningrodder.com. My 2003 intercooler supercharger nothing touched. I decide to let a non lightning person change out the fluids. No more 11 12lbs of boost. Bye. Now I am embarrassed to drive it only 8lbs of boost? Total flatline. Never lost to a corvette ever (aside from being in snow tires I wish I could buy). Cop gave me a ticket slowing down to 99. Lucky no jail.
LIGHTNING OWNERS: DO not let anyone touch the intercooler or clean out the blower and fluid. BAD mistake. I might as well be driving a minivan full of kids. It is wrong on so many levels. If I have to drive across the country to let a lightning master fix it. 8 psi.it just flatlines there. So depressing. Why did I let them touch it? Not to mention the wannabe electronic person at Tess Corners Milwaukee WI. You lied to the owner and messed my truck up really good. You do not jank a relay out to make it sort of work. POS like you need to be fired. No boss man I'm a crap employee I didn't pull any relays. Yes you did bastard. I know it by heart no fooling me. Here I am with a salvaged interior wiring harness from a 2002 Sonic Blue RIP. Only thanks from help from the LRodder community.
Rant over but I am deeply upset over this you have no idea. I'm mad I let anyone else touch it more than anything.
@@AF_1892 how did they mess up how it runs by cleaning the supercharger? im confused.
You got a link to the transmission valve body
Here the jlp kit (bigger pan, filter, and valvebody)
www.jlpracing.com/jlp-transmission-valve-body-deep-sump-pan/
Thanks man You said that pan has a drain plug rite ?
We’re can I get the pan with the drain plug
That’s it, that pan has a drain plug, comes with a filter, and the valvebody. All you’ll need is fluid
DebtLife Projects not to take anythi away from the A1 valve bodies, but the Punisher ones are spot on as well. Paul is great for service and taking time to answer questions.
Great video
Thanks! 🤘😁
Such a beauty bro! Do you plan on lowering it soon or keeping it as is?
He's gonna wait until at least the Florida watermelon season is over, Octoberish......gotta have a place to store them.....lol
It’s getting lowered next! Not slammed, but just to take some gap out. Watermelon gap will go down to like, orange size lol 😆
@@DebtLife_Projects It will look really nice when lowered, like you said, not slammed.......lowered......after that you should be done....well, until the next phase begins.......
Mr Shifter yeah I always tell myself it’ll be done, but it never seems to work out that way 😆 lol all in the game I guess!
Can u give me the link for your hood please.
www.kaminari.com/node/1005
What transmission fluid do you use?
Motorcraft Mercon V
Great vid bro 👌
Thanks man! Can’t wait for yours to drop tomorrow! Silver truck sounded damn good in your previews 🤘⚡️
@@DebtLife_Projects thanks bro appreciated. And its a work in progress but she is running now.
He dude how much does korn charge for a tune?
If I remember correctly $300. Lifetime revisions as long as you own the truck. Best money I’ve ever spent, his attention to detail is crazy lol. 🤘
@@DebtLife_Projects Damn, then ima need me one. All ive read is nothing but good reviews about his work. Ima hit em up. Does he have a website by any chance?
I don’t think so, I hit him up on Facebook. He’s the man tho for sure, my truck has never ran better
What kind of brake oil do you use for your truck ⚡️⚡️
Motorcraft dot 3
DL my truck needs a new alternator any recommendations?
@@thelastslime3007 I have no idea tbh lol, search that on Lightningrodder and see what people say. I havn't had to replace mine yet
Where in FL are u located brother?
That sucks really bad. Wish I had seen this video before a decent local mechanic. My 03 instant 11lbs of boost. Now it flatlines at super sad 8psi total flatline.
Thanks a ton man, pretty good at explaining 👍
Thanks! I appreciate ya watching 🤘
What %% are your tints bro?
15% on the sides, 5% on the back, if I remember correctly. It’s been a long time lol
Very informative. Just got my 04 L 2 months ago and have done about half of this. Also have an 04 cobra...two money pit gold dign hoes.
Nice! I’d love an 03-04 cobra, my dream car. I might scoop one up one day! So many cars I want tho 😫 it’s a problem, lol
catch can link!
Super nice video good explanation on all I have a question.? What fog lights I should get for my Harley Davidson truck my ara bad looking already thanks for all I em follow you up fallow me to 👍👍👍👍👍
Lmr carries some decent fog light I believe, check them out (late model restoration)
good thing i saw this before modding is it okay with you if u can reach out to me and help me out with my build??
Ezequiel Yanez absolutely, hit me up and dm me on Instagram, and I’ll help ya with what I can 👍
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wer in fl you from.
I respect the very informative and helpful video. A little too much rambling/repeating sentences IMO. Probably lack of an organized thought so repeating gives the mind time to think. Some short two second snips of videos would help what you're trying to explain instead of miming them with your hands. But over all, i appreciate the video. A little too long. In any case, i clicked on the thumbs up and it's worth a subscribe.
I appreciate the feedback, I'll keep that in mind 👍 Thanks for the Like and Sub!
My power steering 2003 was totally messed up. I let a local Milwaukee mechanic I trusted mechanic. Bad mistake. DIY yourself please
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Pay off the truck :)