I don't know you you become a mechanic without learning how to pronounce "O-Ring". It sounds like he's saying "auring" with the emphasis on the wrong syllable.
I have probably watched over a thousand TH-cam videos learning everything I can about the 7.3, when it comes down to it and I do a project, I always watch Clint. He's the man.
Clint, you remind me of my father when i was a kid rebuilding vw motors in our garage. He always went the extra mile to get things surgically right. Keep up the excellent videos.
I have a very slow leak in that area on my 2001 7.3. About to hit 200,000 miles. This info is well appreciated and thank you for this information. love this channel!
Appreciate the common sense when checking for flatness of any motor parts where seals are involved, especially cylinder heads. Real mechanics as yourself know first hand this is important! Just subscribed to your channel, good information for many people as mechanics or personal. Keep up the good work!
This is a really good vedeo and excellent explanation 👏 👌 mostly of the people they fixing very faster job and later comes back a twice problems 🤔 exactly what my parents said: if you don't know better not touch 😀 you are a professional mechanic and your vedeos helps really much 👍 showing exactly how is a right process for fixing 👏👏👌👍 I learned much on this vedeo 🤔👏👏👌👍 sometimes the cheapest parts costs over double of the price if we buying a original one 👌👍 I appreciate your help and ALL your vedeos cheers from Norway and have a great weekend 👋👋🤗
Clint, thank you so much for this video, it was VERY informative and helpful. Not saying I will end up doing this as I have to sell the old girl. The few things that I have done have made a definite impact. Thanks again for the video, keep on wrenching.
I recently bought a 1997 Ford F-250 Powerstroke with the 7.3. It had been sitting 10+ years. It was a one owner truck and the man passed that owned so his wife sold it to me. You’re content is awesome and I’ve learned so much from watching your videos. The o rings on my turbo are leaking so I’m going to rebuild the whole turbo. I got it running but it smokes excessively and it smells like burnt diesel. The smoking clears up some until you give it throttle then it’ll smoke you out. Not sure if it’s the injectors or something else. Also found fuel in my oil.
Turbo pedestals don’t warp. Just look at the shape of that casting. Even tho it’s aluminum it’s not gonna warp. The turbo in this video may have worn bearings and maybe bypassing oil but I can gurantee you that the pedestal insta warped.
Man...you definitely couldnt explain it anymore crystal clearer..it makes me feel confident to do the job and that when i do tackle mine, the job will be done right the first time.
I usually don’t like slow. But I can tell this is legit. At paccar tec center. They had mechanics go it slow. At their pace. Done right not twice. 😮like some macanic shops. We do it right cause we do it twice. 😮lol .
Interesting, never seen that one, not even Ford with their original yellow orings, no RTV whatsoever while cleaning the yellow residue from my pedestal, like yours . I did my turbo pedestal oring replacement under the advice of th-cam.com/video/lPJgHeKvI9I/w-d-xo.html...6 years later and not a drop of oil, and no RTV was used.. I will say this. You are very thorough with the 7.3 and I have learned from you about the flat/square technique and I'll bet your turbos don't leak when you're done with them! I do thank you for your content.
Had my turbo pedastal orings start leaking about a year after getting fixed. I've had it shop repaired 3x now. I'm about to tackle it myself so this video was great! Can't have anything nice nowadays unless you do it your damn self or are made of money and can afford someone like you. 🤣
I jus use hi temp copper never seize on all my gasket surfaces,never had an issue. If it's good enough for 1500lb steam lines,it's good enough for my 7.3
Thanks for taking the time. How would you suggest cleaning where the o rings sit? And/or how do you prefer to clean the “stained” areas of old o-ring/sealant/gasket material with out getting the abrasive material into places it shouldn’t be?
Thank you for the great video. Attention to detail is king. I do all my own repairs now because I've had such bad experiences with most repair shops. I'm curious about your opinion of the EBPV pedestal delete. Thanks again for all of your great info.
Question Clint I'm doing the pedestal delete do you do the trick between the block and the pedestal also with the rtv? Or just a good torque with new orings? Great video.
Good instructions, since you're messing with the pedestal and maybe need to replace it, please share your thoughts on the EBPV delete for those of us who live in warmer parts of the country.
A great video. Thank you. I have two questions though. There seems to be confusion on the net as to what the proper torque value is for the four (4) turbocharger to pedestal bolts. The FSM says 18, Garret says 35-37 as do some other shops. 1) what torque value for the four turbocharger to pedestal bolts is best/correct ? 2) I am wondering about the four (4) pedestal to engine block bolts. I am thinking of using loctite blue [242] on those bolts, and torquing them to 18 ft lbs .. but it's the same set of O-rings as the turbo to pedestal. Any recommendations ? This is a 1994.5 Powerstroke, using a KC Turbo replacement for the TP-38, original OEM pedestal w/ EBP intact
I don’t know where you located but if you were close to me in North Carolina, I would definitely be calling you. Around here all I’ve ever come across is a lot jack leg mechanics on a 7.3
Genuine question here , i would think rubber on top of RTV would give the seal it makes more failure points like separating the RTV from the o-ring , (im tackling the same job now and dont want to do it again) so what is better about this method ? Besides your testimony?
I have a 02 powerstroke 2504x4 if you accelerate to 2200 rpm or higher the motor bogs down or misses and smokes, if you kill it and restart it runs fine until you accelerate heavy again, I have had it at a shop and replaced multiple parts any ideas thanks a lot
Great info on really getting a prefect seal for both the pedestal And the turbo with the 2 bolts ready to drop in! So what's your though on using a RiffRaff EBPV Delete pedestal?? Also back in 2003 I changed the turbo wheel with a Banks wheel an of course I dismantle the turbo and held the exhaust side wheel with a rag and Hand removed the intake side wheel! And Yes, the Turbo is a bugger to remove and replace so this time I'll be 62 so this is going to be even a harder job :)
I always install EBPV delete pedestal and get rid of that flapper with Banks Big Mouth, Yes that turbo gets heavier with age I use to remove gm tran's like bench pressing weights I could never do that now
Both are quality products I would lean to RiffRaff because of faster customer service on all levels Where Banks is such a large company and covers so many products They just don't have a passion for diesels its just another product to sell.
Thoughts on KC turbos? I just ordered a billet plus. It's pretty much a stock turbo just with some upgrades. I also picked up the CNC fabrication 4 line feed fuel kit I have the bad return line.
@@lawrencemarshall4205 Heard good things about KC Turbos and I hope it Rocks on your Rig! I'm sticking with a Garret and do some upgrades to the turbo, and RiffRaff has a great supply of mods for the Garret :) Starting a new job this that actually pays very well so I'll be putting a wish list together for Big Blue, my 2000 F-250 7.3... Married coming on 36 years and I've always found it's easier to ask for forgiveness than permission to Blow lots of cash on my truck :)
As a twice ASE MASTER w/ Specialized Ford, GM, & Chrysler Training....am offended by the comment stated about dealer technicians on commission. Yeah.., we're just a bu🎉of shade trees and crooks.
Very entertaining, and filled with good information. I like to listen to people like you when I am researching information to decide if I want to buy a vehicle. You might consider checking your microphone volumes and positioning before recording. One of them was quieter and different pitch. I was also wondering if you could include any changes, like from different years they might have incorporated. Or just comment if powerstroke stayed the same from initial to later years. It is clear that you know what you are talking about, so your knowledge is appreciated. So, thank you.
Thanks for the videos Clint. I am in the process of doing several of the things you’ve recommended. I have 2 quick questions: 1. I’m doing the CCV mod and turning the doghouse around. Should I do the same thing (use RTV) to the O rings on the CCV doghouse? 2. I’m doing the double CCV mod for the passenger side (from one of your other videos), could I route that hose into a brass Y fitting and send it out the same direction as the drivers side CCV hose? Like, both CCV’s into one hose in the engine bay, and then routing one hose down the frame of the truck? Thanks!
Iam new to your Chanel! I just want to say, you are a amazing man! Thank you for your years of hard work, and sacrifice! I am new to the 7.3 platform, and it can be overwhelming. I run my small tree company and use my( 2000 7.3) every week. I simply can not afford to take it to anyone. So over the last 4 months I have been learning. Getting my hand dirty and figuring it out. Iam a full blown gaser, and new to diesel engines. So now that I have found your content, I will be steadfast in this journey to protect my bottom line and above all.... Do it rite! Thank you for your time if you time.
It took me 3 tries to get my turbo not to leak. Brand new Ford O-rings every time. The last time I used RTV and what do you know it hasn't leaked in over 4 years. Hadn't seen this video just gave it a shot. Nothing else changed in the installation. Mind you it was a brand new Garrett pedestal as well.@@logicVSpassion
30:41 you told me to stay until the end! thanks for the quality of workmanship you have. I take pride in my workmanship I do roadside service where I teach each and every person I come across cause I enjoy it. I explain to all of them that to find quality you need to find a shop that looks like their life investment is in their toolbox and how they hold themselves. Aside from the "drilling in" which I understand completely why you do it, maybe for future videos grab that camara get a up close and personal view. Instead of panning back and forth add a constant top view of the action in its own window where its always seen what is done with the other focused on you so your not jerkin your neck back and forth :) honestly you do you, this is just an input id follow you anyway even if you wore a fkin clown suit thanks for being you.
Really thanks for the input If you watch my first few videos and watch the progression over time The video editing gets better n better I just up graded camera's lighting I just got done building 2 camera booms just like the film industry uses and I've now got a much better video editing software and a few months back invested in a teloss bbe sound stage with mics ect I really want to take this to the level of going to a movie The new tracking cam I,m working on is going to be like you are describing but at a level no one on any plaform has ever seen . Thanks and be well
I watch a lot of your videos. I'm not expert - but you sure as heck seem like you know exactly what you're talking about. Thanks for all the great content!
This is a good explanation to how an o-ring can leak but I feel like in this case these are band aids to the root issue. Why would the customer not just get a new pedestal? Also, a very common leak point is the oil assisted actuator. If you are not in a SUPER cold climate area I would have gotten a pedestal that deletes the oil assisted actuator (EBPV delete). If you fix the o-rings and then a month or so down the road the EBPV starts to lead then it makes you look as if you didn't fix the first issue. I always spring for new pedestals with EBPV deletes since they are fairly inexpensive.
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Your statement about if you have to ask price then move along is BS. Sorry but if I’m going to send my engine to you I’d like to know a ball park price that I’m spending. I’m not going to take a car to a body shop for a simple paint job and pick it up some time later and get a surprise bill for 40k (example) when I it should have cost 20k and now I’m over budget and pissed off.
I understand Yet I have a 7 month waiting list and have never in 28 years had a upset customer with there bill and Ford dealers bring there customer trucks to me as well . Reputation Honesty Trust Quality all means something to me When return customers drop by with something small we just do it FREE YOU treat people right !
Ok at about 12.00 when he talks about cleaning the oring surface. He says don't use scotchbright or sand paper, but you have to get it clean. Even clean it 3,4,5......10 times. Well clean it with what?
rags, soft chemical resistant plastic brush and lacquer thinner does a fantastic job There are some things we are warned about from youtube to not disclose thats why it is not stated
I’m a little confused, are you saying to use this method in lieu of replacing a warped/damaged not square pedestal ? Because why would you need this method ,if it’s square the o-rings should seal properly with proper torque down.
I like how Very thorough your information is as you do your 7.3 repair videos. However, if you want critic I would say it would help if you could impart your experience with these repairs in a less tensive manner? I like your ending " Hey What are you still doing here" its definitely you but more relaxed.
Clint, thank you, sir, you are the man. Thank you for all the lessons on my 7.3 them everyday. My 97 f350 dually is at 350,000 miles last week had my 1st check engine light.. it's running again but I get a check engine light while the glow plug Selenoid is on. I'm not sure which thing is is not working properly. I've ordered a wiring harness... any input would be great
The best sealer ive found this is my opinion is honda bond or International makes silicone. It might even be better than the Honda bond. Or yamabond Or the ford motorcraft, silicone in a tube for the ecoboost 3.5 ive found that it is stronger than Parmetex ultra gray and all the 1s ive Mentioned are Gray as well, but it's a different compound. In my opinion.
Firstly let me say I certainly appreciate your commitment to quality repairs. Nice to see common sense being used as well. One question that I have is, what did you use to clean the pedestal aluminum. You said, "Don't use Scotchbrite pads or sandpaper". That makes perfect sense, but did you use a type of liquid cleaner or thinners to clean the O-ring seats to eliminate the discoloration?
As a new owner of a t444e, can I use most Ford 7.3 parts? I live near a Ford dealer but International is almost 2 hours away. I'm thinking I may need a cam position sensor,every once in awhile it will cut out at an idle or running down the road,a brief hiccup. Do you offer any tech support,I'll gladly pay your fee. I enjoy your videos and you seem like a guy who knows these motors and how to work on them properly. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
I saw the thumbnail showing the O-ring in the compressor outlet, and thought the video was going to be about that one. For some reason I cannot find that O-ring anywhere for the E99 7.3's. After pinching one, I dug thru piles of "junk" and discovered that the thermostat gasket, even though it has a square profile is a viable replacement gasket. The 99 - 03 compressor outlets are a larger diameter and they are the ones you can find. As for the pedestal O-rings, I've never had one leak.
Your absolutely correct about the mechanic thing. Well at least ones at dealer type garages. They get paid so much for the job there doing. Don't matter if it takes longer. That's what the book says. That's what they get paid. So they lose out if it takes longer
I had the issue if leaking turbo but was a stripped out rear turbo hold down bolt... somehow the threads with helicoil went bad and had to be redrilled and reinsert new heli coil.. used the new better O rings and torqued in stages as well.
Hello Clint. Great video! A tip; use the sound stream from one camera. Sound levels are almost the same but the sound difference between the 2 cameras is huge (I'm listing on big speakers). Keep up the good work and thank you!
My trouble is that I replaced the hpop lines but didn't go back with OEM. They leak . None are machined correctly. Without that groove to retain the o-ring seals, they simply push out of blow out. What now? By the way, I truly appreciate your candor and experience.
Thanks for putting these videos out there. I'm pulling and rebuilding my 2000 Excursion 7.3 turbo soon and I'll have my laptop handy so I can watch your turbo rebuild step-by-step. One question I have regarding the waste gate. I understand you wouldn't want to go crazy with it, but would it be a problem to increase the pressure just a couple of PSI, maybe go from 5-8 psi up to maybe 10psi?
And also never ever use any silicone on those turbo pedestal orings. Also that permeatex silicone is crap silicone on your diesel. Use motorcraft or international silicone only.
Am i the only one who it took about 10 minutes to realize he was saying "o rings?" Very good, informative video, that Yankee accent! 🤣🤣🤣
No, you’re not. I’ve never heard it pronounced that way.
Oreans? Oranges?
Definitely not a Yankee accent. Sounds more Canadian.
@@Mustang9831 last I checked, Canada was in fact north of the Mason Dixon. 😉
I don't know you you become a mechanic without learning how to pronounce "O-Ring". It sounds like he's saying "auring" with the emphasis on the wrong syllable.
I have probably watched over a thousand TH-cam videos learning everything I can about the 7.3, when it comes down to it and I do a project, I always watch Clint. He's the man.
I appreciate each segment on the 7.3 rebuild. I watch certain ones multiple times.
Clint, you remind me of my father when i was a kid rebuilding vw motors in our garage. He always went the extra mile to get things surgically right. Keep up the excellent videos.
I have a 02 7.3 for about 6 or 7 year and all the videos that you putting out here are amazing, thank you so much!! God bless sir!
oh no, please do not listen to this guy. ONLY HACKS use RTV where o-rings should be used.
High temp rtv with o rings is the best way to fix exhaust leaks... In place of rtv... Some use copper sealant
I have a very slow leak in that area on my 2001 7.3. About to hit 200,000 miles. This info is well appreciated and thank you for this information. love this channel!
As always fantastic information. Appreciate your expertise, honesty, and concise delivery.
Throw some wrenches down the driveway. thank you for all hard work........top shelf 7.3 mechanic.
I’m a disabled veteran and your videos have help with repairs on my 7.3. Thank you and keep putting out great videos.
oh no, please do not listen to this guy. ONLY HACKS use RTV where o-rings should be used.
@@logicVSpassionDidn’t he only use rtv as a supplement to the o-rings?
Clint I DID learn something today. Thank you for your 7.3 videos sir
Appreciate the common sense when checking for flatness of any motor parts where seals are involved, especially cylinder heads. Real mechanics as yourself know first hand this is important! Just subscribed to your channel, good information for many people as mechanics or personal. Keep up the good work!
don't give this guy props. he uses RTV in this application which is totally WRONG
This is a really good vedeo and excellent explanation 👏 👌 mostly of the people they fixing very faster job and later comes back a twice problems 🤔 exactly what my parents said: if you don't know better not touch 😀 you are a professional mechanic and your vedeos helps really much 👍 showing exactly how is a right process for fixing 👏👏👌👍 I learned much on this vedeo 🤔👏👏👌👍 sometimes the cheapest parts costs over double of the price if we buying a original one 👌👍 I appreciate your help and ALL your vedeos cheers from Norway and have a great weekend 👋👋🤗
Love your vids... as soon as I heard you speak I knew you would be the last word on any subject I researched... thank you!
Clint, thank you so much for this video, it was VERY informative and helpful. Not saying I will end up doing this as I have to sell the old girl. The few things that I have done have made a definite impact. Thanks again for the video, keep on wrenching.
Great video! I like how thorough you're keep up the hard work.
I recently bought a 1997 Ford F-250 Powerstroke with the 7.3. It had been sitting 10+ years. It was a one owner truck and the man passed that owned so his wife sold it to me. You’re content is awesome and I’ve learned so much from watching your videos. The o rings on my turbo are leaking so I’m going to rebuild the whole turbo. I got it running but it smokes excessively and it smells like burnt diesel. The smoking clears up some until you give it throttle then it’ll smoke you out. Not sure if it’s the injectors or something else. Also found fuel in my oil.
your injector o-rings are bad
Watch the block man. Sliding that turbo across it can't be good
That o-ring pronunciation might be one of the wildest things I’ve heard on TH-cam.
Very well done, free high quality technical training.
It’s nice to find someone who truly understands the art of good clean quality work.
oh no, please do not listen to this guy. ONLY HACKS use RTV where o-rings should be used.
@@logicVSpassionlet us see your videos.on the proper way.clint is the man .prove us anything different
@@markgilkey3029 rtv on o-rings is a hack job... period
Turbo pedestals don’t warp. Just look at the shape of that casting. Even tho it’s aluminum it’s not gonna warp. The turbo in this video may have worn bearings and maybe bypassing oil but I can gurantee you that the pedestal insta warped.
O (very short pause) Rings
Man...you definitely couldnt explain it anymore crystal clearer..it makes me feel confident to do the job and that when i do tackle mine, the job will be done right the first time.
oh no, please do not listen to this guy. ONLY HACKS use RTV where o-rings should be used.
Asking how much it costs is for budgeting. You spend way too much time trying to justify your costs and run down other people.
I usually don’t like slow. But I can tell this is legit. At paccar tec center. They had mechanics go it slow. At their pace. Done right not twice. 😮like some macanic shops. We do it right cause we do it twice. 😮lol .
Interesting, never seen that one, not even Ford with their original yellow orings, no RTV whatsoever while cleaning the yellow residue from my pedestal, like yours . I did my turbo pedestal oring replacement under the advice of th-cam.com/video/lPJgHeKvI9I/w-d-xo.html...6 years later and not a drop of oil, and no RTV was used.. I will say this. You are very thorough with the 7.3 and I have learned from you about the flat/square technique and I'll bet your turbos don't leak when you're done with them! I do thank you for your content.
Had my turbo pedastal orings start leaking about a year after getting fixed. I've had it shop repaired 3x now. I'm about to tackle it myself so this video was great! Can't have anything nice nowadays unless you do it your damn self or are made of money and can afford someone like you. 🤣
oh no, please do not listen to this guy. ONLY HACKS use RTV where o-rings should be used.
Watch out for hacks in the comments.
I jus use hi temp copper never seize on all my gasket surfaces,never had an issue. If it's good enough for 1500lb steam lines,it's good enough for my 7.3
Thanks for taking the time. How would you suggest cleaning where the o rings sit? And/or how do you prefer to clean the “stained” areas of old o-ring/sealant/gasket material with out getting the abrasive material into places it shouldn’t be?
lacquer thinner and a soft plastic bristle brush like the kind for cleaning auto hvlp guns
Very informative and helpful thanks for the time you spend creating these awesome videos.
Thank you for the great video. Attention to detail is king. I do all my own repairs now because I've had such bad experiences with most repair shops. I'm curious about your opinion of the EBPV pedestal delete. Thanks again for all of your great info.
oh no, please do not listen to this guy. ONLY HACKS use RTV where o-rings should be used.
Question Clint I'm doing the pedestal delete do you do the trick between the block and the pedestal also with the rtv? Or just a good torque with new orings? Great video.
I was curious about the same things because I’m doing the same
Thank you! Saved my friend Swim from breaking things up with his impact gun😂
great info but you could be a little quicker in the delivery… 31 mins is a little long. remember your viewers can rewind and reewatch😊
Your like the intimidating dad of a high school kids date. 😂 I do like how you get your point across though. No BS.
Excellent content! Thanks for your time.
Nice video with precise instruction!
As always thorough n great tips
Glad I found your channel. You don't just throw things together. Thanks
What’s worse about commission guys is they are actually incentivized to do a horrible taillight warranty job. They’ll just say “jobs security”
Good instructions, since you're messing with the pedestal and maybe need to replace it, please share your thoughts on the EBPV delete for those of us who live in warmer parts of the country.
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@@CUSTOMWORKS7.3PSD does anything need to be done with the EBP sensor after the delete?
A great video. Thank you. I have two questions though. There seems to be confusion on the net as to what the proper torque value is for the four (4) turbocharger to pedestal bolts. The FSM says 18, Garret says 35-37 as do some other shops. 1) what torque value for the four turbocharger to pedestal bolts is best/correct ? 2) I am wondering about the four (4) pedestal to engine block bolts. I am thinking of using loctite blue [242] on those bolts, and torquing them to 18 ft lbs .. but it's the same set of O-rings as the turbo to pedestal. Any recommendations ? This is a 1994.5 Powerstroke, using a KC Turbo replacement for the TP-38, original OEM pedestal w/ EBP intact
I don’t know where you located but if you were close to me in North Carolina, I would definitely be calling you. Around here all I’ve ever come across is a lot jack leg mechanics on a 7.3
Genuine question here , i would think rubber on top of RTV would give the seal it makes more failure points like separating the RTV from the o-ring , (im tackling the same job now and dont want to do it again) so what is better about this method ? Besides your testimony?
I have a 02 powerstroke 2504x4 if you accelerate to 2200 rpm or higher the motor bogs down or misses and smokes, if you kill it and restart it runs fine until you accelerate heavy again, I have had it at a shop and replaced multiple parts any ideas thanks a lot
Pretty much what I do everytime I'm mating machined surfaces. I... love... this...man!
Great info on really getting a prefect seal for both the pedestal And the turbo with the 2 bolts ready to drop in! So what's your though on using a RiffRaff EBPV Delete pedestal?? Also back in 2003 I changed the turbo wheel with a Banks wheel an of course I dismantle the turbo and held the exhaust side wheel with a rag and Hand removed the intake side wheel!
And Yes, the Turbo is a bugger to remove and replace so this time I'll be 62 so this is going to be even a harder job :)
I always install EBPV delete pedestal and get rid of that flapper with Banks Big Mouth, Yes that turbo gets heavier with age I use to remove gm tran's like bench pressing weights I could never do that now
@@CUSTOMWORKS7.3PSD So would you go Banks or is RiffRaff quality good for the pedestal and the EBPV delete kit??
Both are quality products I would lean to RiffRaff because of faster customer service on all levels Where Banks is such a large company and covers so many products They just don't have a passion for diesels its just another product to sell.
Thoughts on KC turbos? I just ordered a billet plus. It's pretty much a stock turbo just with some upgrades. I also picked up the CNC fabrication 4 line feed fuel kit I have the bad return line.
@@lawrencemarshall4205 Heard good things about KC Turbos and I hope it Rocks on your Rig! I'm sticking with a Garret and do some upgrades to the turbo, and RiffRaff has a great supply of mods for the Garret :)
Starting a new job this that actually pays very well so I'll be putting a wish list together for Big Blue, my 2000 F-250 7.3... Married coming on 36 years and I've always found it's easier to ask for forgiveness than permission to Blow lots of cash on my truck :)
As a twice ASE MASTER w/ Specialized Ford, GM, & Chrysler Training....am offended by the comment stated about dealer technicians on commission. Yeah.., we're just a bu🎉of shade trees and crooks.
Excellent video, good knowledge for a successful job done right. One camera would be better.
Very entertaining, and filled with good information. I like to listen to people like you when I am researching information to decide if I want to buy a vehicle. You might consider checking your microphone volumes and positioning before recording. One of them was quieter and different pitch. I was also wondering if you could include any changes, like from different years they might have incorporated. Or just comment if powerstroke stayed the same from initial to later years. It is clear that you know what you are talking about, so your knowledge is appreciated. So, thank you.
Thanks for the videos Clint. I am in the process of doing several of the things you’ve recommended. I have 2 quick questions: 1. I’m doing the CCV mod and turning the doghouse around. Should I do the same thing (use RTV) to the O rings on the CCV doghouse? 2. I’m doing the double CCV mod for the passenger side (from one of your other videos), could I route that hose into a brass Y fitting and send it out the same direction as the drivers side CCV hose? Like, both CCV’s into one hose in the engine bay, and then routing one hose down the frame of the truck? Thanks!
Good info for sure. A faster pace would be helpful concerning time restraints.
Do you use any anti-seize, or threadlocker on the two, turbo-to-pedestal bolts? Ty
awesome video. thanks for the knowledge!
Tired of being lectured.
Tell me to use oem stuff.. Fine!
I don't need preached or a lecture on mankind.
Iam new to your Chanel! I just want to say, you are a amazing man! Thank you for your years of hard work, and sacrifice! I am new to the 7.3 platform, and it can be overwhelming. I run my small tree company and use my( 2000 7.3) every week. I simply can not afford to take it to anyone. So over the last 4 months I have been learning. Getting my hand dirty and figuring it out. Iam a full blown gaser, and new to diesel engines. So now that I have found your content, I will be steadfast in this journey to protect my bottom line and above all.... Do it rite! Thank you for your time if you time.
oh no, please do not listen to this guy. ONLY HACKS use RTV where o-rings should be used.
It took me 3 tries to get my turbo not to leak. Brand new Ford O-rings every time. The last time I used RTV and what do you know it hasn't leaked in over 4 years. Hadn't seen this video just gave it a shot. Nothing else changed in the installation. Mind you it was a brand new Garrett pedestal as well.@@logicVSpassion
Thank you for the great information and the time and effort you put into these videos. It is appreciated
30:41 you told me to stay until the end! thanks for the quality of workmanship you have. I take pride in my workmanship I do roadside service where I teach each and every person I come across cause I enjoy it. I explain to all of them that to find quality you need to find a shop that looks like their life investment is in their toolbox and how they hold themselves. Aside from the "drilling in" which I understand completely why you do it, maybe for future videos grab that camara get a up close and personal view. Instead of panning back and forth add a constant top view of the action in its own window where its always seen what is done with the other focused on you so your not jerkin your neck back and forth :) honestly you do you, this is just an input id follow you anyway even if you wore a fkin clown suit thanks for being you.
Really thanks for the input If you watch my first few videos and watch the progression over time The video editing gets better n better I just up graded camera's lighting I just got done building 2 camera booms just like the film industry uses and I've now got a much better video editing software and a few months back invested in a teloss bbe sound stage with mics ect I really want to take this to the level of going to a movie The new tracking cam I,m working on is going to be like you are describing but at a level no one on any plaform has ever seen . Thanks and be well
I watch a lot of your videos. I'm not expert - but you sure as heck seem like you know exactly what you're talking about. Thanks for all the great content!
This is a good explanation to how an o-ring can leak but I feel like in this case these are band aids to the root issue. Why would the customer not just get a new pedestal? Also, a very common leak point is the oil assisted actuator. If you are not in a SUPER cold climate area I would have gotten a pedestal that deletes the oil assisted actuator (EBPV delete). If you fix the o-rings and then a month or so down the road the EBPV starts to lead then it makes you look as if you didn't fix the first issue. I always spring for new pedestals with EBPV deletes since they are fairly inexpensive.
I got the deleted pedestal and I have had it off twice and each time the orings still leaked.. gonna have to try the rtv method
Get original Ford awnings. 😂 Use RTV on top. ATV on the bottom.
I have a 2003 f 350 with a 7.3 can you tell everyone what larger turbo did you use on the truck that you spoke about thanks
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I ask for an estimate because I don't have unlimited money and I need to budget to get it done. Nothing wrong with asking.
Nothing at all unless you ask an asshole know it all mechanic 😂
Your statement about if you have to ask price then move along is BS. Sorry but if I’m going to send my engine to you I’d like to know a ball park price that I’m spending. I’m not going to take a car to a body shop for a simple paint job and pick it up some time later and get a surprise bill for 40k (example) when I it should have cost 20k and now I’m over budget and pissed off.
I understand Yet I have a 7 month waiting list and have never in 28 years had a upset customer with there bill and Ford dealers bring there customer trucks to me as well . Reputation Honesty Trust Quality all means something to me When return customers drop by with something small we just do it FREE YOU treat people right !
Toothbrush and gasoline.
Ok at about 12.00 when he talks about cleaning the oring surface. He says don't use scotchbright or sand paper, but you have to get it clean. Even clean it 3,4,5......10 times. Well clean it with what?
rags, soft chemical resistant plastic brush and lacquer thinner does a fantastic job There are some things we are warned about from youtube to not disclose thats why it is not stated
I wish I had you in my garage...
No expert like you here in Norway.
I have 1994 E350 van. 145000km
Love it...and hope it lives forever...
I’m a little confused, are you saying to use this method in lieu of replacing a warped/damaged not square pedestal ? Because why would you need this method ,if it’s square the o-rings should seal properly with proper torque down.
I like how Very thorough your information is as you do your 7.3 repair videos. However, if you want critic I would say it would help if you could impart your experience with these repairs in a less tensive manner? I like your ending " Hey What are you still doing here" its definitely you but more relaxed.
Thank you very much
Thank you for being a person that cares about future problems. I would love to see more info on turbo and preventive maintenance.
oh no, please do not listen to this guy. ONLY HACKS use RTV where o-rings should be used.
Clint, thank you, sir, you are the man. Thank you for all the lessons on my 7.3 them everyday. My 97 f350 dually is at 350,000 miles last week had my 1st check engine light.. it's running again but I get a check engine light while the glow plug Selenoid is on. I'm not sure which thing is is not working properly. I've ordered a wiring harness... any input would be great
The best sealer ive found this is my opinion is honda bond or International makes silicone. It might even be better than the Honda bond.
Or yamabond Or the ford motorcraft, silicone in a tube for the ecoboost 3.5 ive found that it is stronger than Parmetex ultra gray and all the 1s ive Mentioned are Gray as well, but it's a different compound. In my opinion.
I'm getting ready to rebuild my turbo and your videos are invaluable. 1996 F350, 583,000 miles. Thank you
Firstly let me say I certainly appreciate your commitment to quality repairs. Nice to see common sense being used as well.
One question that I have is, what did you use to clean the pedestal aluminum. You said, "Don't use Scotchbrite pads or sandpaper". That makes perfect sense, but did you use a type of liquid cleaner or thinners to clean the O-ring seats to eliminate the discoloration?
As a new owner of a t444e, can I use most Ford 7.3 parts? I live near a Ford dealer but International is almost 2 hours away. I'm thinking I may need a cam position sensor,every once in awhile it will cut out at an idle or running down the road,a brief hiccup. Do you offer any tech support,I'll gladly pay your fee. I enjoy your videos and you seem like a guy who knows these motors and how to work on them properly. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
yes ford parts cross to t444e's there are some items you will need to source from IH/Nav depending on the motors application
@@CUSTOMWORKS7.3PSD Thank you.
Thanks for taking the time bud!
A line mechanic on datsun / nissans I say thankyou
I saw the thumbnail showing the O-ring in the compressor outlet, and thought the video was going to be about that one. For some reason I cannot find that O-ring anywhere for the E99 7.3's. After pinching one, I dug thru piles of "junk" and discovered that the thermostat gasket, even though it has a square profile is a viable replacement gasket. The 99 - 03 compressor outlets are a larger diameter and they are the ones you can find. As for the pedestal O-rings, I've never had one leak.
Very thorough
Excellent
Perfect timing. Installing mine today. Well I was until I learned I couldn’t use my Amazon oarrings.
Your absolutely correct about the mechanic thing. Well at least ones at dealer type garages. They get paid so much for the job there doing. Don't matter if it takes longer. That's what the book says. That's what they get paid. So they lose out if it takes longer
I had the issue if leaking turbo but was a stripped out rear turbo hold down bolt... somehow the threads with helicoil went bad and had to be redrilled and reinsert new heli coil.. used the new better O rings and torqued in stages as well.
Thanks for the knowledge and taking your time to explain to us average joes,great stuff God bless
Hey C.A. where do you live? I need you to be living in my neighborhood. best 7.3 channel on TH-cam
Pedestal to block 18 lb turbo to pedestal 35 to 37 lb
correct
Hard to deal with customers like this. I’d almost just tell him to find someone else. May not pay after the works all done.
Hello Clint. Great video! A tip; use the sound stream from one camera. Sound levels are almost the same but the sound difference between the 2 cameras is huge (I'm listing on big speakers). Keep up the good work and thank you!
Thank you
Dropping a comment like you asked! Say O-ring more clearly. Hahahaha.
My trouble is that I replaced the hpop lines but didn't go back with OEM. They leak . None are machined correctly. Without that groove to retain the o-ring seals, they simply push out of blow out. What now? By the way, I truly appreciate your candor and experience.
Great video bro
I really appreciate the attention to detail and the do s and don'ts when working on specific projects.
Centering the wicked wheel perfectly was impossible due to the male/female housing not being able to slide over enough.
dremel with a sand barrel does the trick
Skip the third party ford, and go to international for your parts. They built the motors.
…..perfect explanation about sll details……time..take time for do everything….perfect….👍
Thanks for putting these videos out there. I'm pulling and rebuilding my 2000 Excursion 7.3 turbo soon and I'll have my laptop handy so I can watch your turbo rebuild step-by-step. One question I have regarding the waste gate. I understand you wouldn't want to go crazy with it, but would it be a problem to increase the pressure just a couple of PSI, maybe go from 5-8 psi up to maybe 10psi?
Thank You Sir !! You are The Man !!
And also never ever use any silicone on those turbo pedestal orings. Also that permeatex silicone is crap silicone on your diesel. Use motorcraft or international silicone only.
nice video my friend from Guatemala 🇬🇹 good 👍🏼 I, well with my Trok
Thanks for the good info great video