Ford F-350 6.0 Diesel - Rough.... Realllly Rough

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 ก.ย. 2019
  • In this video I have a look at a Ford F350 with a 6.0 power stroke that is in very sad shape. By that I mean it had some sort of engine fire the customer neglected to tell me about. All that to the side I did get the vehicle running again but it sure would have been nice to get all the facts haha. -Enjoy!
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  • @jdclark218
    @jdclark218 4 ปีที่แล้ว +640

    30 seconds in and we're already looking at a wiring diagram.... Time to buckle in.

    • @alexandruanghel4295
      @alexandruanghel4295 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lol best comment yet

    • @GeneralRELee
      @GeneralRELee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      JD Clark Eric has time travel capabilities.

    • @michaelfingers7726
      @michaelfingers7726 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      and about 1:45 after the mention of the mouse smell the fuse....mess is unveiled
      this is gonna be a baaad one

    • @johndeeretractorguy.9855
      @johndeeretractorguy.9855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      15 seconds in.

    • @MY-bw2nb
      @MY-bw2nb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yes I know its 10 months later but if you would have looked at the emblem you would have realised they circled the problem lol

  • @DarrenCoull
    @DarrenCoull 4 ปีที่แล้ว +653

    Biggest mistake made was putting out the fire - could've solved the rust issues in just a few short minutes :-)

    • @joeMW284
      @joeMW284 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Haha, not wrong about that.

    • @railnut8453
      @railnut8453 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I agree about the biggest mistake!!!
      That truck wasn’t worth the powder to blow it to hell!!!

    • @markh.6687
      @markh.6687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      "Fires get started. Things break. Accidents happen!" (Monty Python skit)

    • @fritzdoerring9058
      @fritzdoerring9058 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, I put out the fire on my tiger 100 , that was due to repair done by authorized dealer setting
      spark advance too far!

    • @trplpwr1038
      @trplpwr1038 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Funny and true

  • @spaceinvadertoo
    @spaceinvadertoo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    "This truck will not be spending the night inside my shop" because you have insurance but you'd "rather not use it." Another teaching point for those of you who have your own shop.

    • @JOHNMORIN100
      @JOHNMORIN100 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      AMEN TO THAT

  • @LMacNeill
    @LMacNeill 4 ปีที่แล้ว +360

    There are *so many* mechanics who would get that "cannot communicate with the computer" message and instantly say that they needed to buy a new computer. You keep on going to diagnose the real problem. I wish all mechanics were as thorough and as knowledgeable as you. Excellent video, as usual. I always learn a lot!

    • @rusty1187
      @rusty1187 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      This is why i watch Eric.... I can still learn from him!

    • @FlightProgramAborted
      @FlightProgramAborted 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah agree, the old fix the apparent symptom not the cause

    • @Simomotard33
      @Simomotard33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      And eventualy fry the new computer as soon as the Plug it in in casa of some shorts

    • @rusty1187
      @rusty1187 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Simomotard33 yep!

    • @daleburrell6273
      @daleburrell6273 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ...it take a lot of dedication and experience to become that kind of mechanic-!!
      Ever heard of: "Gus Wilson and the Model Garage"?

  • @SafeTeeB
    @SafeTeeB 4 ปีที่แล้ว +550

    Truck owner: "How much for an inspection sticker?"
    Eric: "$56,000"
    Owner: "I could buy a new truck for that!!!!"
    Eric: "Exactly"

    • @02jeepwj
      @02jeepwj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Jay K I mean gym it might as well stay at the dealer for all the recalls and ram being chrystler it would be endless electrical issues

    • @coltonjacobs5383
      @coltonjacobs5383 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      SuperZombiemaniac1 someone actually knows about something for once. There’s so many idiots out there that claim that the Chevy and Rams are so much better but don’t got anything to prove it.

    • @wills.5762
      @wills.5762 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@02jeepwj Didnt ford just do *ANOTHER* massive recall? It seems like a monthly routine for them

    • @TheRamGuy
      @TheRamGuy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@coltonjacobs5383 I will tell you one thing Ram or Chevy didn't do was putting in 2 of the worst diesel engines ever made the 6.0 and 6.4l Powerchoke and at that the 3v 5.4l V8 gas.

    • @cowboy41231
      @cowboy41231 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Shawn Clark i will be proactive is some knucklehead is going to chime in here that gm “put the horrific 350ci diesel in their trucks “- implying the 6.2 and 6.5 were a converted Gas engine = fake news...... the 6.5td in 1994 was the first diesel electronic fuel injection and was ahead of its time until the first power stroke was released in 1995. . In 94+ gm diesel repair mechs, had no clue how to “properly” diagnose the accompanying electrical/fueling issues.... fast forward to 2003, ford pre-releases the 6.0 for (supposedly) emissions reasons and they (mechs) have the same troubleshooting issues except on a much more $$$/hr scale..... as of today both engines (thanks to the aftermarket and owner base) both the 6.5td and 6.0 power stroke CAN be made highly reliable. The STUPID mentality about brand ownership doesn’t STOP failure/breakdown it ONLY changes to a DIFFERENT set of “problems”... The videos like this and forums alike are what help contribute to future “fix it right, fix it once “ quality of the technician! Thank you @ south main!

  • @Saturn49YT
    @Saturn49YT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +338

    Line item charge
    $200 - neglecting to tell mechanic about previous fire

    • @laserleftfootttt7683
      @laserleftfootttt7683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      maybe the owner bought it after the fire?

    • @TwoTall1988
      @TwoTall1988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@laserleftfootttt7683 You cannot open that hood and not know there was a fire.

    • @laserleftfootttt7683
      @laserleftfootttt7683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@TwoTall1988 how do you know the owner opened the hood? And I wouldn't know where to start onthat truck.

    • @TwoTall1988
      @TwoTall1988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@laserleftfootttt7683 You'd be wise to never buy any vehicle (clunker or not) without opening the hood.

    • @buildingwithtrees2258
      @buildingwithtrees2258 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I had a fire, thought it didn't do anything. Told the mechanic, because alternate wire wasn't charging. He called after 2 hours and asked, where was that fire? They never checked that spot. Wire was burnt. 60 cent part, 3 hours labor.

  • @Assurraa
    @Assurraa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Every time I watch a video I hear "Welcome to the self made auto channel"

    • @maclean101
      @maclean101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lol yeah that's what I thought he always says. Until I subscribed. Love the videos!

    • @laxonetrc
      @laxonetrc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too

    • @jjvaldes100
      @jjvaldes100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too.

    • @78blucrush
      @78blucrush 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noe Collazo That’s what I hear every time

    • @ttrbykir
      @ttrbykir 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

  • @AM-nn9sv
    @AM-nn9sv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +313

    “Rollin’ down the street in my 6 0... blowing a gasket... needing a tow”

    • @AM-nn9sv
      @AM-nn9sv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chris J lol... you must have a 6.0 enjoy.

    • @marxer19
      @marxer19 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Adam Militello So I throw it in the gutter, and go buy another.. 😄

    • @csb772
      @csb772 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Went to the shop to get the scoop machine heads out there using the goop!!!

    • @hackdeez1075
      @hackdeez1075 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      a truck pulls up who can it be? A fresh Triton rolling stripped pluggies

    • @maxwellpeter1598
      @maxwellpeter1598 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      He rolled down the window and started to say you should have bought a Chevrolet

  • @redwolf230
    @redwolf230 4 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    Other shops" its dead"
    Eric "hold my drink" cracks his knuckles

    • @PistonShack
      @PistonShack 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Indeed!

    • @chrisE815
      @chrisE815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      "hold my test light"

    • @fatkat311
      @fatkat311 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s really not that hard. Most people are just fucking lazy

  • @doylerice5082
    @doylerice5082 4 ปีที่แล้ว +216

    Eric is one of the most brilliant technicians I’ve ever seen. Outstanding analytical skills and in my opinion could be and should be instructing in an academic setting.

    • @jessename7849
      @jessename7849 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      He is, right here! 😉😎

    • @davidlongman2341
      @davidlongman2341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Take him out of his shop and put him into a classroom and you no longer have him working to solve peopls problems on a daily basis. I say leave him right where he is and let him keep working his magic.

    • @rainman0827
      @rainman0827 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      And take a big cut in pay?

    • @TheRichardgomm
      @TheRichardgomm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      He is a family man through and through, that is one of the things I love about him. All he does is for his family, and they appreciate it. That is the American Dream, I think of, when. I think of the US

    • @tomtke7351
      @tomtke7351 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      only if HE wants

  • @drunknpossum
    @drunknpossum 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    HAHAHAHAHAHA, " This truck WILL NOT be spending the night in the shop"

  • @J_M3444
    @J_M3444 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    “What a toilet” he says 😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @lqueryvg666
    @lqueryvg666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +280

    As soon as you said "34 40 46", my wife in the background said "damn that's a big girl!!!".....lol......

    • @Gideon_Judges6
      @Gideon_Judges6 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Not in a good way either. She'd be built like Grimace.

    • @rsage_
      @rsage_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@Gideon_Judges6 choked on my Frosted Flakes when I read that. Perfect visual.

    • @syndakitpanda1777
      @syndakitpanda1777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lmfao hahah .

    • @patricklewis1149
      @patricklewis1149 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      SirBudrick I almost shat myself from laughter at this comment.

    • @themanthemyththelegend1392
      @themanthemyththelegend1392 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lies, damn that's my size is more like reality bud.........

  • @halleffect1
    @halleffect1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I feel guilty, eating ice cream and watching Eric work.
    meanwhile a broken F-150 is outside waiting on me.

  • @synthpro
    @synthpro 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    You handled this like a true tech..Im a electronics tech and know how frustrating it can be to trace wires even without a fire. Great work and much respect!

    • @rogeryoung2567
      @rogeryoung2567 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yeah im an electronics service tech too and he does a dame good job 100% agree with his through approach. its not often i see someone doing a quality job that meets and exceeds my expectations ! very enjoyable to watch you work your magic.

  • @johnjohnt1989
    @johnjohnt1989 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Seeing that the ICP sensor was in the rear of the engine tells me it’s a 03 04 early build date... god was on your side this day

    • @orbitaaltube
      @orbitaaltube 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's a sticker beside the ignition that says 22nd Nov 02

  • @FortyTwoAnswerToEverything
    @FortyTwoAnswerToEverything 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Plow attachment meme: "Look at me. I'm your frame now."

  • @WisdomVendor1
    @WisdomVendor1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +243

    Sounds like that truck has 3 network comm systems... CAN 1 CAN 2 and CANNOT ; )

    • @highlypolishedturd7947
      @highlypolishedturd7947 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And the fourth one... CANNOT BE BOTHERED.

    • @gregk.6723
      @gregk.6723 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It is NO-CAN-DO

    • @georgestone1485
      @georgestone1485 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can't 1, Can't 2 WON'T SURRENDER WITHOUT A FIGHT!!!

    • @user-njyzcip
      @user-njyzcip 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      0 is sometimes pronounced NOT here, makes sense

    • @MRSketch09
      @MRSketch09 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol

  • @thermobollocks
    @thermobollocks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    "Why no talky talky" -- me when my code doesn't work

  • @channell11
    @channell11 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    People could save themselves a lot of time and money at the mechanic by being straightforward even if it means some embarrassment.

    • @KECOG
      @KECOG 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes. I've done that, saved myself a bunch of money. They knew right where to get to take care of the problem.

  • @wyattoneable
    @wyattoneable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +177

    46 minutes never went by so fast. I found this really interesting despite the green wire issue. The truck has a lot of problems that may be a factor why the green wire acted the way it did. Regardless, time to move on, you did your part. Great video and diagnostic approach.

  • @michael1988ad
    @michael1988ad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    This is why I watch. The actual mechanical work can be done by most but the diagnosis work this guy does is amazing, the thrill of the chase!

  • @WTFwuzdat
    @WTFwuzdat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Pro tip: Always check under the hood before firing up a vehicle that has been parked in a field for six months during summer. That was one expensive packrat murder.

  • @davidrasch3082
    @davidrasch3082 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    These videos are valuable to me because I can watch and learn. This way I can decide what I can do now, what I need to study and what I need a certified mechanic to perform.

  • @larrystephens7437
    @larrystephens7437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    Interesting to read all of the negative comments about not touching it. It's a truck that won't start. If that's your trouble shooting skill level then get out of the way and let someone that's up to the challenge. Well done Mr O.

    • @AKJeeper
      @AKJeeper 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Sometimes it's not whether you're up for the challenge of troubleshooting and fixing a no-start. I love a good troubleshooting challenge, but I don't want to wind up "married" to a POS vehicle...where every fault that occurs after I get it running suddenly becomes 'my' fault whether its related to any repairs I've made or not. In the event I wind up working on something like this, I definitely make sure to document everything (much like Eric O. has with the video). Eric took on a lot of risk by accepting this challenge. Hopefully his customer is an honest one and will appreciate the fact that his beater truck is a runner once again.

    • @NBSV1
      @NBSV1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      It’s seems to often someone with a vehicle like this expects everything to work perfectly after one thing is repaired. And they don’t want to pay because obviously you broke their truck.
      With the injection pressure sensor not reading it’ll likely be down on power and maybe have other issues. So, the customer may complain and blame Eric for tearing up his truck.

    • @audiowize
      @audiowize 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      The big issue with something like this is that the truck is likely to have more issues related to that electrical fire down the road, and Mr. O is taking a huge chance that the customer doesn't come back in a month or two complaining about other problems and trying to get more work done for free because the problem "wasn't properly fixed" previously.
      Personally the truck is scrap without that new wiring harness.

    • @seanclark8452
      @seanclark8452 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He's got to make a living, and not waste the customers money on futile efforts for and end of life vehicle if he can help it. That fire cause multiple problems that interlocked to make troubleshooting tougher. They could easily have made it a job that didn't pay, or didn't pay enough to cover costs. If that fire damage was intermittently doing something that kills the ECU you could lose multiple ECUs with no fix unless you replace the harness and anything suspect connected to it first, which wouldn't be a reasonable expense for a winter beater.

    • @jamesmoore3346
      @jamesmoore3346 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@AKJeeper EXACTLY! Although I do hand it to Mr. O, he's one sharp dude, understands electrical.......

  • @alienredrockproduction1024
    @alienredrockproduction1024 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Looks like a rat nest was built next to harness and turbo, then caught fire from turbo heat.

  • @wwdiesel
    @wwdiesel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You are a damn good electrical troubleshooter, great video! As to the green wire issue, it's a Ford so lots of times the WD's won't match the actual truck. Bet that wire went through something else before going to the fuse panel. Heck sometimes the parts listed for a particular year and model won't even be correct. Ordering parts for Fords can be very frustrating and challenging. Not a big fan of Fords, but they have make me a ton of money over the years.
    You know it's a bad design when you have to pull the whole cab off the truck just to work on the engine!

  • @jeffjones4006
    @jeffjones4006 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Love to watch you diagnose issues. Being an industrial electrician and a shade tree auto mechanic I’ve learned auto electronics. Keep up the great work and love your channel.

  • @jth1699
    @jth1699 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Nice video. I have some Ford diesel experience and predict that without the injection pressure sensor the truck won't have any power - unplugging that sensor is a common troubleshooting practice to see if it's bad- when the computer fails to see that return signal it moves into a default fuel pressure strategy- on the 7.3 its 500 lbs - I can't remember what it is on the 6.0 but the truck will get you home .. most Ford diesel owners keep an IPC in the glove box. I recently had a 7.3 in that had been to 3 other shops - took me about 3 hours to find everything - it was a shorted 5 volt reference in the fuel petal and then it wouldn't start - found it was not building enough high pressure in the fuel injection system - found a failed top oil seal ring on an injector - resealed it and then found that that same injector had another oil sealing issue - replaced that injector and the machine was running just fine... mr O is perfect with his diagnosis.. however ... even though it left running I would make it very clear in writing that the repair had a tail light warranty- when the tail lights are out of sight the warranty is over...

    • @CROFTY71
      @CROFTY71 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's a farm truck default is good enough. 😜🇭🇲

  • @Freedomquest08
    @Freedomquest08 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    The cranking rhythm sounds like all the combustion ability has escaped one of the cylinders and moved on to the wiring harness.

    • @dennisgt479
      @dennisgt479 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol that wins the comment of the day!

    • @plonkster
      @plonkster 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I thought the same thing. Compression down on one of them.

  • @shartingfish5761
    @shartingfish5761 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    85k miles? Damn! That this had a really rough life.. has to be a different cluster..

    • @bill3641
      @bill3641 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That truck is definitely a " Cluster "

    • @ericdittler918
      @ericdittler918 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      85K is nothing for a diesel

    • @Yophillips3272
      @Yophillips3272 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably my crown vic only has 74k miles and now it goes 140mph instead of 120mph LOL

  • @dennisspencer1286
    @dennisspencer1286 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this doesn't pertain to this particular video, but to the one 2 weeks ago when you gave the car to the young lady, God bless you for such a great gesture.

  • @sabergermd
    @sabergermd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    The way you and Paul Danner keep harping on that 5V reference circuit, you'd think it was important.

    • @jdrs4214
      @jdrs4214 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Scott B it is important. Even your smart tv, that watches you, has a 5V reference or standby circuit.

    • @sabergermd
      @sabergermd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@jdrs4214 Apparently sarcasm isn't your strong suit.

  • @semjrx2
    @semjrx2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    I honestly felt like I was an expert on my 6.0 after all the blood, sweat and tears I have put into it over the last 7 years, but I definitely learned a few new things watching this! Thanks for the great content! I'm one of the typical 6 leaker owners that says "once you bullet proof it, it's a great motor!" In all reality, I love my truck, and if it were to lift a head again I'd gladly repair it. Having a powerful truck that is paid for is just so damn nice. Pulls the fifth wheel through the mountains like a dream and gets me to work every day without a hitch. Sure it has its problems every once in a while, but what 16 year old truck that is daily driven doesn't?

    • @zackzander425
      @zackzander425 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I agree. Mines a 2007 and is going on 475,000 miles. The oil pan gasket leaks but it runs great. It does need nickel and dime parts every now and then but since it’s paid off and the insurance is cheap it’s not so bad. Cheap hp. Plus it doesn’t need DEF and I deleted the EGR. I test drove a new 2020 RAM 3500 and it didn’t ride as nice or feel as nice as my 6.0. I’ll pass.

    • @kadenwatt2033
      @kadenwatt2033 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      The best truck is the one that's paid off and does the job.

    • @MoparMadness93
      @MoparMadness93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Zack Zander tell you right now it’s not the oil pan gasket leaking

    • @RedfishCarolina
      @RedfishCarolina 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yeah it's like my old Suburban. I've had to swap out cracked cylinder heads, replaced injector spider, rebuilt the rear end. Still. Gets me to work every day, been all up the Eastern seaboard.

    • @clittle1559
      @clittle1559 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I've seen numerous 6.0s iron out there issues and are 100% bulletproof....

  • @DaddytechEnt
    @DaddytechEnt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *You got it all wrong! Problem 1. it's a Ford. Problem 2. it's a 6.0 Ford, problem 3 ignition switch, Problem 4 broken wire, 5. customer not telling you everything that was wrong to begin with. ex. no mention of the thing catching on fire. i'm sure this is absolutely not the first time a customer has left out important information on you. and more than likely won't be the last. Personally i would never have rolled it in my shop. i would have looked under the hood and seen the fire residue and instantly told them they needed a new wiring harness for that truck. but that's just how i would do things. i appreciate that you went the extra mile because it gave the shade tree mechanic ideas of things they could look at and check if they ever ran into something like this. So while it was a bit of a pain in the butt it was informative and good content too*

  • @Txcowboy80
    @Txcowboy80 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Get 2 dust masks and put shaving cream sandwiched in between them so you don’t have to smell that odor. (Old nursing trick)

    • @maxwell6504
      @maxwell6504 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      or he could've just opened the other door..........

  • @highlypolishedturd7947
    @highlypolishedturd7947 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    When using a test light, step one: Test the test light! How do I know that? Umm.. Well... Ahem... Some schmuck who looks like me had to learn that the hard way.

  • @enceladusfox2247
    @enceladusfox2247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    Beautiful diagnosis. very well done .. Fire damage, i wouldn't have touched it myself... way to many things could have been wrong with it to be honest . Perfect execution, you found the problems and it lives to die another day .. Thank you for bringing us along for the journey :) Love watchin ya work

    • @zephyrold2478
      @zephyrold2478 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I second that.

    • @wesquillen5869
      @wesquillen5869 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would not touch that I wouldn't touch it it's a Ford

    • @alexandercopeland2849
      @alexandercopeland2849 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The only way for me to touch it is if they would have let me change that wire harness, that way I would have known wire were good.

  • @TATEXPRESSINC
    @TATEXPRESSINC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Shoutout from TAT Express out of Hutchins, TX

  • @tsukki_amv2848
    @tsukki_amv2848 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "What a toilet!" Best comment ever. I appreciate the work you put into this. I have a mechanic in my area that I would trust that goes the extra mile if needed. You are a blessing to NY.

  • @Torsee
    @Torsee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    The 6.0 will “ live to die another day. “. 😂

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think the 6,0s started life as zombies.

    • @JAMESWUERTELE
      @JAMESWUERTELE 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The ‘03’s were a early basket case in themselves in addition to the normal 6.0 issues.

  • @GilFavor101
    @GilFavor101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    "The essence of mouse is strong in here" while I'm eating a mystery meat hot dog.... yummie, lol.

    • @mrluster1313
      @mrluster1313 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ever toss a mouse in a campfire......smells just like a hotdog cooking

    • @spankthemonkey3437
      @spankthemonkey3437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      PoliceState ever eat street tacos from Mexico

    • @spankthemonkey3437
      @spankthemonkey3437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      PoliceState you ever seen a vehicle with those little house roaches

    • @bryanmartinez6600
      @bryanmartinez6600 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@spankthemonkey3437 I'm pretty sure that is a dog they got off the street

    • @Z4Zander
      @Z4Zander 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mrluster1313 Got one in my toaster once.The essence of toasted mouse was strong.Threw the toaster away.

  • @bobflannagan7262
    @bobflannagan7262 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great tips and great quips. Eric, you're a scream! Thanks so much for showing just how easy this stuff really is. I still can't do it yet but my tool box is my hope chest. Happy new year.

  • @INDENTUREDTRADER
    @INDENTUREDTRADER 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I think it’s way above my skill set. It’s great to see you work the problems on these diagnostic videos. Always learn something.

  • @johnnyzander7062
    @johnnyzander7062 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I was screaming at you ''-Not that one!'' when you probed first the third fuse from the bottom and then jumped to the fourth when cranking.. :-D

    • @cjserio
      @cjserio 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too man! "You said 3rd from the bottom!!!"

  • @Aschmorr
    @Aschmorr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Haha it took you 35 minutes to call it a toilet, I was waiting for that!

  • @Zepolbboy
    @Zepolbboy ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Going on 6 years watch this channel basically the same time I switched career paths and decided to become a Honda technician. I’ve definitely learned and implemented a lot of your methods into my daily deep diagnosing. Keep on chugging 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

  • @poontsunami1114
    @poontsunami1114 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You'd love to see the horror of our fleet ambulances at my job. All of them have the 6.0 and all of them are in garbage condition

    • @thomasg5103
      @thomasg5103 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I can almost feel your pain...my years of British vehicles-motorcycles included: BSA650FirebirdScrambler; Triumph650Bonneville;1966TR4A;1974LotusEuropa;1964JaguarXKERoadster;1969AustinMiniCooper..developed a parts warehouse by scrounging salvage yards.

  • @bostedtap8399
    @bostedtap8399 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Self combustion option for Rodent removal deployed.
    Great diagnosis, with alacrity! Thanks for sharing.

  • @sergioduenas1533
    @sergioduenas1533 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm glad my 6.0 hasent given me issues . Preventive maintenance friends.
    Key to a long lasting vehicle

    • @Ayestosea
      @Ayestosea 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is that your way of getting over the fact that Ford sold you a PoS? Go over 3.8k rpm. I dare you. Then come back and tell me how you had to remove the entire truck to fix your headgaskets lmfao.

    • @sergioduenas1533
      @sergioduenas1533 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      3.8 rpm. I bet u learned the hard way didn't u lol.
      I know its pos truck my old man worked for ford for +35years .
      That's one of the first things he told me is to watch out for those crap baskets.
      Just happy mine is still kickin.

    • @ellenorbjornsdottir1166
      @ellenorbjornsdottir1166 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Ayestosea if you don't need over 35, you won't go over 35.

    • @MoparMadness93
      @MoparMadness93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ayestosea I’ve been trying to figure out where your going with that comment. Somehow high reving a Diesel engine that isn’t designed to be reved high is supposed to prove how much of a pos it is? Even though those engines do have issues sounds like you have no idea why and just spew out stupid shit

  • @batman421
    @batman421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Having lived through the 6.0 as a Fixed Operations Director for a Ford dealer, we were glad the 6L lasted only a short time for such problems. A small wiring harness located near the accelerator pedal was frequently the culprit.

  • @williampaap2098
    @williampaap2098 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wish you were my instructor in HS. It's because of watching you troubleshoot everything makes me yearn for the pre- '70 years....

  • @kylek9432
    @kylek9432 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is why I drive a diesel from the 80s and will never upgrade.

    • @thomasg5103
      @thomasg5103 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, agree. 1991 F350 Crew Cab 7.3 i.d.i. replacing the glow plugs and controller. I like the basic simplicity. Tempted to try a powerstroke..any comments?

  • @MrAKPAPA78
    @MrAKPAPA78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +186

    It’s a bad gasket between the steering wheel and seat

    • @RealCadde
      @RealCadde 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Oh, so a PEBSAW error? The motor vehicle equivalent of PEBCAK?

    • @DeezNuts-xo2ee
      @DeezNuts-xo2ee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lmao

    • @JohnRodriguesPhotographer
      @JohnRodriguesPhotographer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      STS error, complicated my an ID10T error. (truck owner) this bad boy could burn again!

    • @layyouin6860
      @layyouin6860 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ken Call Get off your high horse you liberal scumbag.

    • @Number1redskinfan
      @Number1redskinfan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Short between seat and steering wheel lol

  • @chuckgrenci6404
    @chuckgrenci6404 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    "What a toilet" (and a cluster...…), pretty much sums it up. Eric, you went way above and beyond on this one. Great job. (way over my head) but I appreciate your skills.

  • @jimhouse9961
    @jimhouse9961 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're the real deal. Patient, persistent and knowledgeable. Impressive.

  • @America-ev4rk
    @America-ev4rk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I don’t even have to fix most the things I see on this channel but I love watching how you diagnose and fix all these different things. Your a genius. Honest too. I wish I could say that about all the mechanics I have come across. Thanks for the videos and the things I have fixed because of you. It’s a great channel. Good work.

  • @jmurphy1973
    @jmurphy1973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    15:10 either Eric went on an epic cussing binge or someone was giving the beans to a stubborn bolt with an impact

  • @bradleybergstrom5677
    @bradleybergstrom5677 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's diagnosis videos like this that helped me diagnose my daughter's bad ground on her 04 Taurus ECU. Not just trusting 12V for the ECU relay, I saw the test light was dim. Then I saw over 3500 ohms of resistance for the ground. Thank you Eric and SMA for your videos!!!

  • @Joey_C4
    @Joey_C4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My automotive education is this channel!!! Very appreciative viewer, Thank You for your videos!!!

  • @HowNotToDoEverything
    @HowNotToDoEverything 4 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    I think its time for a nice, normal brake job to cleanse the palate.

  • @scottgibson7534
    @scottgibson7534 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Happy belated Birthday wishes Eric, hope you had a good one.

  • @Flair4Air
    @Flair4Air 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome Mr O as usual a great diagnostic process and a good outcome for the customer, but hey park it outside as far away from your buildings as possible, good call. Always good to see how much a flashing BOB can quickly show visually. Love your work and thanks for sharing this drama with the world.

  • @albertmcalister9066
    @albertmcalister9066 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching an honest man work. Keep the videos coming.

  • @arosenberger87
    @arosenberger87 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The ignition switch has a line that goes to the PCM. If there is no 5v reference then no comm.... No start! Seen this before on my brothers junk...😊

  • @paulbryant68
    @paulbryant68 4 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    i had a 6.0 and it didnt need a fire to help break it!

    • @punker4Real
      @punker4Real 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      these have all beeen shipped out of state No more passing smog! here in California

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Same here - it was a company truck that was ditched after it was towed something like 13 or 14 times. Some enthusiasts revere the 6.0 but I can't imagine why.

    • @MoparMadness93
      @MoparMadness93 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      flagmichael because if you know how to make them reliable they can be great. The problem is you have to make them reliable instead of them coming that way

    • @billydarley6925
      @billydarley6925 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@MoparMadness93 i knew a guy whos dad teaches a college diesel engine class and owns a 6.0 truck. his dad had to address key components when he bought the truck but hasnt had a single problem since. his dad says as long as you invest that time and money you'll be able to swear by the reliability of those engines. still you shouldnt be faced with such a task on any new vehicle.

    • @MoparMadness93
      @MoparMadness93 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Billy Darley 100% true. We’ve made countless 6.0s reliable at my work and after that as long as you keep up on the maintenance there good. I even drive one. But as you said you shouldn’t have to invest that kind of money in a truck out of the factory

  • @cruisepix
    @cruisepix 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You got the money I got the time! In my shop we fixed everything but broken hearts! Bring it in a basket towed by a chain.

  • @markblanc5993
    @markblanc5993 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Others would see it as a lost cause, south man sees it as an opportunity to hone his skills

  • @frdmstnggt99
    @frdmstnggt99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Nothing like hearing low compression in a cylinder.

    • @sharedknowledge6640
      @sharedknowledge6640 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Derrick Lavoie yeah and with only 85k miles it sounds like at least one cylinder is way down on compression. That’s pretty sad but I’m guessing once the rust got bad they probably stopped changing the oil and doing other important maintenance that can be critical on the 6.0. There are several ways these Powerstrokes can try to self destruct if neglected.

    • @ryans413
      @ryans413 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Nothing like having the whole truck vibrate.

    • @semjrx2
      @semjrx2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      No kidding, gave me anxiety! Damn thing was brought back from the dead and is living on borrowed time. Won't be long before a lifter fails.

    • @realliferepair9285
      @realliferepair9285 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm pretty sure it's not a low compression issue your hearing rather than low icp pressure considering he cut the icp sensor wire which puts the regulator in default ,those injectors are oil fired and when they don't have the proper pressure they run funny if at all,not a good idea to run that without the sensor.

    • @semjrx2
      @semjrx2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@realliferepair9285 No disrespect at all; I'm fairly certain Derrick is referring to the engine turning over without fire. Low ICP pressure shouldn't have any effect on what you hear while the engine is turning over. If you listen closely, you can hear the engine speed up/slow down before it fires. That's usually caused by lack of compression due to various reasons. I'm no diesel mechanic, just a DIYer that's turned a few bolts on a 6.0 so forgive my ignorance if I'm way off base

  • @DeezNuts-xo2ee
    @DeezNuts-xo2ee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    "Hold it down by the tip you got better control" that's what she said...

  • @KKore22
    @KKore22 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is really good video for me as a student learning this stuff.

  • @johnhouston3681
    @johnhouston3681 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wish we had an awesome auto tech like your self locally. Keep up the good work

    • @JOHNMORIN100
      @JOHNMORIN100 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He is God's BLESSING TO ALL WHOME WATCH HIM---

  • @HristovRumen
    @HristovRumen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Most shops be like: this can't be fixed. Meanwhile Eric be like: "Boy, I'll have this old baby runnin in time for plough season here in no time!" Lolololol 🤣🤣

    • @glenjamindle
      @glenjamindle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Most shops would throw parts at it. Spray and pray.

    • @JT_8283
      @JT_8283 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Plow

  • @goingforspeed
    @goingforspeed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Fastest 46 minutes of my life! Great job on the diag.

    • @ryans413
      @ryans413 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Frank Hunt It was hay good way to burn an hour

  • @rrmech11
    @rrmech11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HOLY MOLE DR.0
    THAT WAS A BLEESING OF YOUR KNOWLEDGE. FAVORITE VIDEO I'VE SEEN FROM YOU SO FAR. WELL I WATCH WHILE I'M AT WORK ON RUSTED INDIANA CARS. YOUR THE BEST.👍👍

  • @richardhall9815
    @richardhall9815 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another fantastic video, and congratulations on your recent 40th birthday!

  • @alanclarke5979
    @alanclarke5979 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Your a mad scientist, I love the way you think in diagnostic mode, really helpful and really clever, I wish I was half as smart😁😂😂 I just guess then check then realize I'm wrong then try again etc etc......much respect from an aussie back yard mechanic/truck driver/incorrect diagnoser 😂😂

  • @AutoAuctionRebuilds
    @AutoAuctionRebuilds 4 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    I wish I knew 1/10 of what you know! Great video!!

    • @lh98
      @lh98 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Justus Diego why give a shit about a gf Instagram?

    • @codykamminga9667
      @codykamminga9667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Mae Barker just f*ck off, all y’all accounts made 2 weeks ago. It’ll be guaranteed to be fake

    • @DaddytechEnt
      @DaddytechEnt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      i see you watch another of the channels i watch, you're not watching all of them yet but pretty damn close. seems our interests and depth of research are really similar from the looks of it all now

  • @kwippl4207
    @kwippl4207 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice diagnostics and very educational. Wish I had all those electronic testers but still very useful for understanding the circuit logic of these systems. Thank you.

  • @mitchelllatour9811
    @mitchelllatour9811 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Deffeinetly learned a few tricks to keep in the back of my mind.. seen shorted 5v cause driveability issues, shorted 12v cause data link/com issues, but have never seen a shorted 5v cause a non com issue enjoy watching your channel

  • @tofadeisastart
    @tofadeisastart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Funny. I came here to see all the 6.0 trash talkers. My 2004 6.0, studded and egr delete. 370,000 miles strong

  • @todaywefly4370
    @todaywefly4370 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Never ceases to amaze me the condition clients present their cars to workshops. I’ve literally had fish hung up to dry in campers, rubbish piled so high on the floor it’s level with the seat, cockroaches streaming out the vents when you turn the a/c fan on. Even a collection of dirty disposable diapers in the trunk. CLEAN YOUR CARS PEOPLE!

    • @todaywefly4370
      @todaywefly4370 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kinsey Madeline You’re probably right.

    • @SeanHollingsworth
      @SeanHollingsworth 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'd worked on cars that qualified as being a sewer on wheels. I just can't understand how anyone can let their vehicles get so very trashed.

    • @Dillon1108
      @Dillon1108 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      People are irresponsible slobs

    • @cardboardboxification
      @cardboardboxification 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I got into one of my friends car that stunk, I ask what’s the smell he said he didn’t know, with trash piled to the rear seat....
      6 months later he told me it was a steak sandwich he forgot about...

    • @workingshlub8861
      @workingshlub8861 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@phatkatracing i have rental properties and when someone comes to look at renting an apartment i always make sure i meet them outside in the parking lot...right when they pull up i am there to greet them so i cant take a quick glance inside there car...that does tell alot right there..i have avoided renting to some potential hoarders..

  • @hickorystx
    @hickorystx 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a man of patience and went much further than I. Great job and don't let the dreaded green wire haunt you 😮

  • @jjcaruso44
    @jjcaruso44 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great troubleshooting, Eric. Clear, old time point to point tracing of the wiring. Great video.

  • @jameskane319
    @jameskane319 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    TH-cam captions: "... Welcome to the self made auto channel!"
    How true! Keep on keeping on, Mr. O!

    • @glenjamindle
      @glenjamindle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hmm. I didn't know TH-cam supported Canadian sub titles.

    • @gorak9000
      @gorak9000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Half the time I watch the videos, that's what I hear too!

    • @chrislizon7483
      @chrislizon7483 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@glenjamindle Pretty sure Eric was born and lives in NY state. I could be wrong. Not Canadian but we'd gladly take him!

    • @glenjamindle
      @glenjamindle 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrislizon7483 I guess only an upstate new yorker would understand my reference. We're pretty close to the canadian border, Eric and I...

    • @chrislizon7483
      @chrislizon7483 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@glenjamindle Ah, ok. I'm from southern Ontario and I could see how one would confuse the accents, so I think I understand the joke. Sorry, eh?

  • @JKellerTech
    @JKellerTech 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I always take these on when it's slow, then everybody shows up when I have one of these PITA taking up my time.

  • @buddycraigg
    @buddycraigg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's a neat bosch relay tester thingie

  • @garybomkamp8623
    @garybomkamp8623 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely FASCINATING video - - - The Mystery of the Green Wire. I love that you got the old beast running.

  • @rumrunner1756
    @rumrunner1756 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Way to go Eric. I love watching your sleuth abilities. ☮️❤️👍

  • @johntuttle5396
    @johntuttle5396 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    "The mouse essence is strong in this one," said Darth Eric O. Fire extinguisher goo, golden shower residue, mysterious green wires. This diagnosis had it all! But, since youe asked, instead of rolling this vehicle into your shop, it should have been roledl down one of the many scenic hills that we have seen on your test drives around town - out of sight, out of mind!

    • @johnmccallum8512
      @johnmccallum8512 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Better yet over a cliff edge , are there any local quarry's nearby?

    • @gurneyhallac8305
      @gurneyhallac8305 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      One day all the wires will be green

  • @donlove3741
    @donlove3741 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You seem to be a solid mechanic.
    You have clear and analytical approach .
    Your intelligence is obvious and the glimpses of your personality indicate an overall solid Man !
    Enjoy your videos.

  • @chuckluscomb5824
    @chuckluscomb5824 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Pretty funny Eric. Love the commentary on how you feel about Ford trucks. I have one of these and your spot on. 03 250. Was under the hood last weekend and called it a toilet. Laughed out loud when you said it. Good stuff.

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video Eric O

  • @jeffjankiewicz5100
    @jeffjankiewicz5100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    There`s your problem lady...Powerchoke caught fire. Good job getting that rust bucket running Eric.

  • @yoyomamamma2260
    @yoyomamamma2260 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible patience Eric , hats off to ya

  • @edwardrook8146
    @edwardrook8146 ปีที่แล้ว

    A huge part of what makes you successful as a mechanic is accessing correct factory information for the vehicle being worked on. Without that a mechanic is unable to properly diagnose almost anything electrical.

  • @justinballard7242
    @justinballard7242 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "hold her down by the tip that way you've got good control" haha you've got some good advice

  • @markh.6687
    @markh.6687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    10:32 "I having a hard time holding it"...I can't hold it, she's breaking up, she's breaking up!

  • @kevinsullivan1780
    @kevinsullivan1780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All the mess tracing. Wires. You did the right standard procedure. Customer seemed to had a secret. Somewhat important .

  • @bsouza1675
    @bsouza1675 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your honest and hard work in making these great vids. 👍