I own a diesel shop Bill and your knowledge of the 6.0 is the best that I've seen. You've helped me in some pretty tough situations. My bulletproofing is reliable like yours! I use genuine Ford oem parts along with Archoil! Thanks Bill!
+Bobby John Good luck with that, every machine has it's issues - the key is knowledge, patience, and have the right tools! The 7.3 powerstroke is a good engine for people that that like to work on their own stuff. Not too complicated and somewhat accessible under the hood compared to the later diesels in Ford trucks. 99-02 Super Duty is the only way to go IMO!
You're comment is irrelevant, every make and model has it's pros and cons... Bill specializes in Powerstroke diesels, that and that only. His videos are designed to inform Powerstroke owners and someone looking to purchase a Ford Powerstroke. If you want to buy a Cummins or a Duramax, then go do that, no need to post your negativity on this video. Grow the fuck up and buy what you want to buy, regardless of what a UA-cam video tells you is best, obviously you have it all figured our anyway.
Oh yes genius , the newest ford diesel disaster with the new and "redesigned" engine. Are you even aware of just one of the small problems, it's bending connecting rods. Do you know what a connecting rod is? Ford took a great 7.3 International engine and basically destroyed it. There will always be ignorant / non aware people like you who buy into Ford's advertising buy buy these trucks.
The Turbochargers supplied by Ford Dealerships are aftermarket International remans and not OE. There are 20 updates to the 6.0L turbo that you would miss out on by going the dealer.
I had 2 6.0s. 1 in a 06 f550 and 1 in a 03 f350. Both had issues when I got them and I fixed both and resold them. I now have a f450 that was a 6.0 truck that blew up a lifter. I got it dirt cheap and decided to go the cummins route instead of a rebuild. Every once in awhile I wish I'd have just built a bulletproof 6.0. I know how to work on and diagnose them and 7.3's. This commonrail cummins is a whole different beast.
+BisquikXLT By what you have said, to me you have not watched & taken in all the 140 Video's Bill has out on all the different Models of the Powerstroke Engines, and Bill Hewitt knows these inside and out. And no one can just watch one of his Videos. At first I may have thought the same as you, but know that I have taken many hours to watch all of his, I fully understand the Big Dog Head Issue, and just why he made this Change on this item.
+BisquikXLT Lol i see what your getting at. But wouldn't you rather buy heads from this guy that makes a living fixing these pos motors? Obviously he knows what he's doing. or stick with your pos factory heads you tool.
Yeah the cheap ICP sensors don't work on ebay LOL, I tried one the other day on my 7.3 after a few mins it shut down on me on the interstate, unplugged it and it started back up. I did wind up finding a good deal on the IH part for it on ebay though, just $80.
yea and sometimes ford OEM parts are junk as well, I just received a set of crankshaft bearings that look like crap, poor quality so don't tell me that aftermarket parts are are all junk because that's just not true. I have used many none OEM parts in 30yr plus that worked fine if not better.
I agree, go with something name brand or not cheap as hell and you're good to go. I always prefer aftermarket, but I look for more durability than performance.
I have a 2004 f350 6.0. MFD 8/03. When I buy parts they ask for the vin#. Well some of the parts don't fit so I just say 💭 that I have a 2003 then I get the right parts.
I'd agree. I'd agree same goes for about any make for most drivetrain and electronic parts. Most of the time, they're cheaper. In my experience, there's a dealer or warehouse that has a particular part willing to get rid of it for at least half what the catalog price is. Peace of mind is worth waiting a week or two than getting right now whatever [parts store] computer says will fit. I'd like to thank all mechanics and shops that do third-party installations. You're the best.
+nitrostateteam Take the ID and OD measurements on all surfaces that need sealed and go to your nearest farm implement parts store, they will find something that will work.
+Supraman 133 Have you spent your required 6k to 8k to "try" and make your ford "re-engineered diesel" last what any other make / brand would consider a normal lifespan???
Let me start out by saying that I do not have a dog in this fight - I own a Toyota Tundra which is light years ahead of anything Ford could dream of despite the fact that my towing / pulling capacity is roughly half that of one of these (wanted to point that out because I know that will be one of the first replies). I watch Bill's videos because I am impressed by the comprehensive coverage and detailed explanation of findings. With all of this said, it should be pointed out (as a few others already have) that poor quality Ford OEM parts are the root of the great majority of the failures these trucks encounter (head gaskets, oil pan gaskets, HPFP, broken glow plugs, cracked valves, blown turbos, among other known weak points). Yet, in most of Bill's videos, he is heard saying to "always use Ford parts." Really???? Basically, it sounds like parts with a known history of failure are being replaced with the SAME junk parts. I really *want* to like diesels in general, as their pulling power is quite impressive. However, if OEM parts are as good as it gets, I will continue to avoid these trucks like the plague
Not Ford engines. 6.7 is the first Ford designed Powerstroke. But when you get a Ford/Motorcraft part for any of the Ford diesels it’ll be updated. Remember that Ford doesn’t make parts, but their vendors do. Same thing with International-Navistar who made the 6.9, 7.3, 6.0, and 6.4.
I've done it one time I bought and aftermarket U JOINT for my 6.4 and that's drove me nuts.but at the time it was 65 bucks for ford's u joint and 20 for O'Reillys.as ford Motor parts strictly ford parts only.
You're at the mercy of Ford Motor Company how long they want to supply genuine repair parts for these extremely complicated vehicles years down the road. In my experience, Ford and Chrysler abandon parts support in a scary short time once a vehicle is out of production. GM is quite a bit better at parts support on older vehicles. Scrounging used parts or aftermarket parts will be your only option sooner than you think on these overly complicated pieces of crap.
+scdevon Not exactly. International VT365 parts are interchangeable, for the most part, with the 6.0 Powerstroke. There are plenty of 6.0's and VT365's on the road, I'm not worried about parts availability anytime soon.
All of the mfgs (Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Nissan, Toyota, Porsche....) have a few application specific, patented, highperformance, special compound (Poly-Urethane, Buna-Nitrile, silicone, rubber or even proprietary paper...) gaskets and outher sealing o-rings etc. The design engineers come up with some really high tech, quality stuff. If you just grab something off of the self that "looks" similar or "like" it will "work"... you are probably in for a short duration fix. Even the after market stuff may "look" like the OEM replacement, but you'll be "rolling the dice" . If it is something that requires a lot of labor and downtime to fix: use good STOCK parts (or PROVEN Aftermarket substitute). The Factory/OEM stuff may be really expensive, but it is the right stuff and worth the extra expense!!
Removed the CCV breather located on top of the left valve cover to replace the seals. There was an oil slick on the valve cover.I found the rear seal (Looks like an O ring.) swelled to an oval shape. Bought new OEM seals and reinstalled. Ten months latter same problem. Those OEM O rings are a lousy design. This time I bought two 1-1/4 ID flat slip joint plumbing washers 3/16 thick and used them. Cost 79 cents each vs $15 for the OEM. Reuse the machine screw seals or put dab on of silicon.
+heavymechanic2 On the Powerstrokes, that is true. I am a mechanic by trade, owning a shop. I put nothing but FoMoCo parts on these trucks. Simple sensors fail or do not work at all when they are not Ford genuine. I installed a simple cam sensor from Napa on my PS, and it skipped worse than the old part. Put a new Ford sensor on it, worked like a charm. Keep an extra in the toolbox now, as it is a common failure. Makes perfect sense to have to do that, right?
+Steve Tune Up Plus it's true with all ford cars and trucks they really like running fomoco parts from the dealer in them I have a 2007 for 500 sedan and if you replace the plugs with Bosch or a utility you'll be doing them every 6 or 7thousand miles because if the high performance ignition for out on these cars. I would develope a miss about every 5 k and when I finally had enough of taking the intake off to get to the back three plugs and coils I spent the money bought Motorcraft plugs and coils and haven't had a mis or any kind of ignition problem since and that was close to 100k miles ago. simply put if you have a ford buy ford parts you'll be better off and won't be chasing problems caused by aftermarket
Reading reviews online of specific parts is now very important-even if its a company like bosch. Since the economy has changed so drastically in the past several years so have parts manufactures changed their quality control of parts. Its gotten BAD! Also, ALWAYS compare parts when replacing-side by side comparison-as the video demonstrated, parts people are humans AND mistakes WILL happen.
I do agree with the oil cooler gaskets being junk.with that being said I have had good luck with alliant parts.oem isn't always best especially when they come from factory with lots of known issues like our 6.0 trucks.I agree you can't always take cheap route but knowing when and where to save is where experience from 6.0 ownership comes into play.I'm no 6.0 expert but I know not to tune mine with the stock bolts still.132k and purring like a kitten.knock on wood lol
Is that gasket a Fel-Pro? I once had to install one on a Ford Modular 4.6, and the Fel-Pro valve cover gasket wouldn't stay in the groove of the valve cover. The way I installed it was to press it on the valve cover gasket, move the valve cover into place immediately, then hope that the gasket didn't pop out of place. This surprised me. Fel-Pro made gaskets for GM V6 engines that had really bad intake manifold gaskets from the factory.
I don't know why people always try to skimp on stupid little stuff like this. You pay umpteen thousand dollars for a truck, and then put on a $40 aftermarket sensor. The OE one is like $100-110. If you have to pinch pennies that much you probably need to reevaluate your priorities with regard to a machine that needs maintenance like that from time to time. I've learned that lesson with my 25 year old Mercedes. After trying all different aftermarket brands, the only stuff that actually works and lasts is OEM. If you pay for crap it's going to run like crap.
That's a great video Bill. With our economic climate it can sometimes be a challenge to explain to a customer why go OEM when aftermarket is cheaper. Here's the reason folks. Glad to see a return to this type of video as well. Cheers!
I am puzzled by this video. Bill has plugged the Mishimoto radiator, the Banks intercooler, Raycor fuel filter, and tuners. In addition, there are all the fuel additives All aftermarket parts!
aftermarket parts are cheaper, or are they. 06 chev 2500, frt bearing hubs,they are a sore spot on those trucks and I had to replace both at bout 130km. bought aftermarket cause they were bout $100 cheaper. 40k later I got this howling sound again, cant be the bearing hubs ,got no miles on them. hoisted frt end, not loose, screw it, I'll take my chances and buy a new OEM hub, I can take it back. pulled the rt frt hub and it was dryer than a popcorn fart. so..lesson learned at least till next time. Flippin Chinese crap. just not worth it.
pay now, or pay more later.? hmmm, seems simple to me, buy the good stuff. also, why support the Chinese? Ford parts go on a Ford truck, unless the replacement is a clear improvement.
While I appreciate your videos greatly, the blanket statement that aftermarket parts don't work is false. Almost my entire motor, with the exception of the block and lifters and maybe a couple other small things is aftermarket. 7.3 competition motor built by swamps diesel. Yes, all electronics should be ford manufactured. So I think you should clarify that point a little better. In general off name aftermarket parts are bad, quality parts from reputable places will generally exceed factory.
This is a 6.0 Powerstroke not a 7.3 and how do I know one the alternator is on the right side of the truck the 7.3 had it on the left side and also he says that's how a 6 liter supposed to sound 3:24
Bill Hewitt loves to hear himself talk. This entire video is stupid. He says at the beginning that the customer put the wrong ICP sensor in the damn thing. How does that make all aftermarket parts wrong. Should I not use anything from Alliant Power and use only Ford/Motorcraft? I think I'll save a buck and go with Alliant Power or International, you know...the company that actually made these engines for Ford. I'll just be sure to use the correct part for whatever needs to be replaced. On a side note, you 7.3 guys will definitely remember this one. Remember years back when the CAM sensors would just leave you stranded on the side of the road? So, we all started to carry them in our glove boxes just in case it happened again. Then finally, I don't remember how long it was that Ford finally came out with the updated CAM sensors (the gray ones) that actually worked. Well, after my first Ford CAM sensor went bad and before the new and improved one came out from Ford, Alliant Power had already figured out the problem (before Ford) and I replaced mine with their updated version and have never had an issue since 52,000 mi CAM sensor failure - 340,000 mi. CAM sensor from Alliant Power still ticking. Not bad, huh? Oh, and Bill... I never use Archoil or any other additives.
you cant just tune a cummins how you want. they blow up too. earlier cummins are great and pretty bulletproof for the most part but you can over tune and blow them up as well
The irony here is that you're doing a video about not using aftermarket parts on an engine that was entirely built from aftermarket parts, and is famous for being highly problematic. If only Ford had the same commitment, dedication and respect for their products that you do. :D
I own a diesel shop Bill and your knowledge of the 6.0 is the best that I've seen. You've helped me in some pretty tough situations. My bulletproofing is reliable like yours! I use genuine Ford oem parts along with Archoil! Thanks Bill!
Bill, so glad you take the time to share your knowledge with these videos. I appreciate it, It helps me to properly maintain my 6.0 . Thank you.
Your info. on the powerstroke is incredible. It has taught me to stay way away from the powerstroke and buy a cummins. Thank you
+Bobby John Good luck with that, every machine has it's issues - the key is knowledge, patience, and have the right tools! The 7.3 powerstroke is a good engine for people that that like to work on their own stuff. Not too complicated and somewhat accessible under the hood compared to the later diesels in Ford trucks. 99-02 Super Duty is the only way to go IMO!
Oil changes , don't need "archoil" to survive.
If there was a person like bill that specialized in cummins you wouldn't buy one of those either.
You're comment is irrelevant, every make and model has it's pros and cons... Bill specializes in Powerstroke diesels, that and that only. His videos are designed to inform Powerstroke owners and someone looking to purchase a Ford Powerstroke. If you want to buy a Cummins or a Duramax, then go do that, no need to post your negativity on this video. Grow the fuck up and buy what you want to buy, regardless of what a UA-cam video tells you is best, obviously you have it all figured our anyway.
Oh yes genius , the newest ford diesel disaster with the new and "redesigned" engine. Are you even aware of just one of the small problems, it's bending connecting rods. Do you know what a connecting rod is? Ford took a great 7.3 International engine and basically destroyed it. There will always be ignorant / non aware people like you who buy into Ford's advertising buy buy these trucks.
Absolutely correct! Love the videos.
your videos are awesome saved me and my friends with powerstrokes a lot of money thanks for your time
Lot of great info here. Thanks
The Turbochargers supplied by Ford Dealerships are aftermarket International remans and not OE. There are 20 updates to the 6.0L turbo that you would miss out on by going the dealer.
You shouldn't need 20 updates.
love your vids keep up the good work.
that's interesting because Fel Pro is OEM supplier
adam sorell Please tell me how you know this for sure.
Just put a Napa Echlin ICP sensor on my 95 7.3 powerstroke runs GREAT!
I had 2 6.0s. 1 in a 06 f550 and 1 in a 03 f350. Both had issues when I got them and I fixed both and resold them. I now have a f450 that was a 6.0 truck that blew up a lifter. I got it dirt cheap and decided to go the cummins route instead of a rebuild. Every once in awhile I wish I'd have just built a bulletproof 6.0. I know how to work on and diagnose them and 7.3's. This commonrail cummins is a whole different beast.
So, someone shouldn't buy Big Dog heads?
Correct
+BisquikXLT By what you have said, to me you have not watched & taken in all the 140 Video's Bill has out on all the different Models of the Powerstroke Engines, and Bill Hewitt knows these inside and out. And no one can just watch one of his Videos. At first I may have thought the same as you, but know that I have taken many hours to watch all of his, I fully understand the Big Dog Head Issue, and just why he made this Change on this item.
+BisquikXLT Lol i see what your getting at. But wouldn't you rather buy heads from this guy that makes a living fixing these pos motors? Obviously he knows what he's doing. or stick with your pos factory heads you tool.
Murph_Derf Both factory, and aftermarket parts are bad? That doesn't leave much choice.
+BisquikXLT Clearly he's referring to non upgrade replacement parts..... :)
Yeah the cheap ICP sensors don't work on ebay LOL, I tried one the other day on my 7.3 after a few mins it shut down on me on the interstate, unplugged it and it started back up.
I did wind up finding a good deal on the IH part for it on ebay though, just $80.
Hey buddy! Along with giving tips on repairing these trucks. You are showing a great example of good salesmanship!!
Go ahead!!
FM
yea and sometimes ford OEM parts are junk as well, I just received a set of crankshaft bearings that look like crap, poor quality so don't tell me that aftermarket parts are are all junk because that's just not true. I have used many none OEM parts in 30yr plus that worked fine if not better.
I agree, go with something name brand or not cheap as hell and you're good to go. I always prefer aftermarket, but I look for more durability than performance.
ironically, I'd like to point out that it was the factory Ford gaskets that leak on that 6.0 to begin with.
I have a 2004 f350 6.0. MFD 8/03. When I buy parts they ask for the vin#. Well some of the parts don't fit so I just say 💭 that I have a 2003 then I get the right parts.
Icp is different and a few other different parts
I'd agree. I'd agree same goes for about any make for most drivetrain and electronic parts. Most of the time, they're cheaper. In my experience, there's a dealer or warehouse that has a particular part willing to get rid of it for at least half what the catalog price is.
Peace of mind is worth waiting a week or two than getting right now whatever [parts store] computer says will fit. I'd like to thank all mechanics and shops that do third-party installations. You're the best.
I can't even get a rear diff pinion seal for my 2003 F250 7.3L from Ford Australia. They tell me it's an obsolete part here.
+nitrostateteam Take the ID and OD measurements on all surfaces that need sealed and go to your nearest farm implement parts store, they will find something that will work.
Thanks mate, I'm pretty sure I have the right one ready to go.
Best powerstroke advice by far. Powerstrokehelp.com's videos are the only reason my 03' 6.0L makes it over 120 miles a day , every day.
+Supraman 133 My 1988 Mazda that I bought for 200$ will do that.
+Bobby John - Mazda owner. Enough said
+Supraman 133 Have you spent your required 6k to 8k to "try" and make your ford "re-engineered diesel" last what any other make / brand would consider a normal lifespan???
I’d like to see a all Chinese part rebuild and put a nasty tune and Dyno it -500 hp easy
AliExpress build
I fully agree with you on this! It's the same with the crank sensors! Don't buy aftermarket ones, they don't last
Let me start out by saying that I do not have a dog in this fight - I own a Toyota Tundra which is light years ahead of anything Ford could dream of despite the fact that my towing / pulling capacity is roughly half that of one of these (wanted to point that out because I know that will be one of the first replies). I watch Bill's videos because I am impressed by the comprehensive coverage and detailed explanation of findings.
With all of this said, it should be pointed out (as a few others already have) that poor quality Ford OEM parts are the root of the great majority of the failures these trucks encounter (head gaskets, oil pan gaskets, HPFP, broken glow plugs, cracked valves, blown turbos, among other known weak points). Yet, in most of Bill's videos, he is heard saying to "always use Ford parts." Really???? Basically, it sounds like parts with a known history of failure are being replaced with the SAME junk parts. I really *want* to like diesels in general, as their pulling power is quite impressive. However, if OEM parts are as good as it gets, I will continue to avoid these trucks like the plague
Not Ford engines. 6.7 is the first Ford designed Powerstroke. But when you get a Ford/Motorcraft part for any of the Ford diesels it’ll be updated. Remember that Ford doesn’t make parts, but their vendors do. Same thing with International-Navistar who made the 6.9, 7.3, 6.0, and 6.4.
Or just completely build your engine with name brand high rated parts!
I've done it one time I bought and aftermarket U JOINT for my 6.4 and that's drove me nuts.but at the time it was 65 bucks for ford's u joint and 20 for O'Reillys.as ford Motor parts strictly ford parts only.
That's the point he failed to mention, you bought cheap aftermarket parts. Not quality aftermarket parts.
so billy do you recommend using motorcraft oil also?
Nice Thanks
You're at the mercy of Ford Motor Company how long they want to supply genuine repair parts for these extremely complicated vehicles years down the road.
In my experience, Ford and Chrysler abandon parts support in a scary short time once a vehicle is out of production. GM is quite a bit better at parts support on older vehicles.
Scrounging used parts or aftermarket parts will be your only option sooner than you think on these overly complicated pieces of crap.
+scdevon Not exactly. International VT365 parts are interchangeable, for the most part, with the 6.0 Powerstroke. There are plenty of 6.0's and VT365's on the road, I'm not worried about parts availability anytime soon.
Good to know.
All of the mfgs (Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Nissan, Toyota, Porsche....) have a few application specific, patented, highperformance, special compound (Poly-Urethane, Buna-Nitrile, silicone, rubber or even proprietary paper...) gaskets and outher sealing o-rings etc. The design engineers come up with some really high tech, quality stuff. If you just grab something off of the self that "looks" similar or "like" it will "work"... you are probably in for a short duration fix. Even the after market stuff may "look" like the OEM replacement, but you'll be "rolling the dice" . If it is something that requires a lot of labor and downtime to fix: use good STOCK parts (or PROVEN Aftermarket substitute). The Factory/OEM stuff may be really expensive, but it is the right stuff and worth the extra expense!!
Removed the CCV breather located on top of the left valve cover to replace the seals. There was an oil slick on the valve cover.I found the rear seal (Looks like an O ring.) swelled to an oval shape. Bought new OEM seals and reinstalled. Ten months latter same problem. Those OEM O rings are a lousy design. This time I bought two 1-1/4 ID flat slip joint plumbing washers 3/16 thick and used them. Cost 79 cents each vs $15 for the OEM. Reuse the machine screw seals or put dab on of silicon.
None of the aftermarket crap is worth having a customer return, OEM is the only way to get decent parts.
Lol. I hope you don't really believe that.
+heavymechanic2 On the Powerstrokes, that is true. I am a mechanic by trade, owning a shop. I put nothing but FoMoCo parts on these trucks. Simple sensors fail or do not work at all when they are not Ford genuine. I installed a simple cam sensor from Napa on my PS, and it skipped worse than the old part. Put a new Ford sensor on it, worked like a charm. Keep an extra in the toolbox now, as it is a common failure. Makes perfect sense to have to do that, right?
+Steve Tune Up Plus it's true with all ford cars and trucks they really like running fomoco parts from the dealer in them I have a 2007 for 500 sedan and if you replace the plugs with Bosch or a utility you'll be doing them every 6 or 7thousand miles because if the high performance ignition for out on these cars. I would develope a miss about every 5 k and when I finally had enough of taking the intake off to get to the back three plugs and coils I spent the money bought Motorcraft plugs and coils and haven't had a mis or any kind of ignition problem since and that was close to 100k miles ago. simply put if you have a ford buy ford parts you'll be better off and won't be chasing problems caused by aftermarket
He is right, the aftermarket sensors are crap. Experienced the exact scanero he is showing. Aftermarket parts create more problems than they correct.
Reading reviews online of specific parts is now very important-even if its a company like bosch. Since the economy has changed so drastically in the past several years so have parts manufactures changed their quality control of parts. Its gotten BAD!
Also, ALWAYS compare parts when replacing-side by side comparison-as the video demonstrated, parts people are humans AND mistakes WILL happen.
I do agree with the oil cooler gaskets being junk.with that being said I have had good luck with alliant parts.oem isn't always best especially when they come from factory with lots of known issues like our 6.0 trucks.I agree you can't always take cheap route but knowing when and where to save is where experience from 6.0 ownership comes into play.I'm no 6.0 expert but I know not to tune mine with the stock bolts still.132k and purring like a kitten.knock on wood lol
“Don’t put aftermarket parts on your truck” okay so don’t put ARP head studs on a 6.0?
Don't put shitty parts
That thing sounds like one of those older VW TDIs
Is that gasket a Fel-Pro?
I once had to install one on a Ford Modular 4.6, and the Fel-Pro valve cover gasket wouldn't stay in the groove of the valve cover. The way I installed it was to press it on the valve cover gasket, move the valve cover into place immediately, then hope that the gasket didn't pop out of place.
This surprised me. Fel-Pro made gaskets for GM V6 engines that had really bad intake manifold gaskets from the factory.
I looked up Mahle Pistons and they are $ 3000.00 a set. I am new to Diesel's so, How much does it cost to freshen up a 6.0 ??
Anyone have any experience in lowering EGT's using methanol injection?
I agree OEM is best. Funny looking 6.7. (You did say that) You don't use Victor head gaskets?
I don't know why people always try to skimp on stupid little stuff like this. You pay umpteen thousand dollars for a truck, and then put on a $40 aftermarket sensor. The OE one is like $100-110. If you have to pinch pennies that much you probably need to reevaluate your priorities with regard to a machine that needs maintenance like that from time to time.
I've learned that lesson with my 25 year old Mercedes. After trying all different aftermarket brands, the only stuff that actually works and lasts is OEM. If you pay for crap it's going to run like crap.
does this include air filter?
Joe Gaukel no Lol
You use oem because you dont pay for them..I bet you got a few aftermarket on your vehicles lol
That's a great video Bill. With our economic climate it can sometimes be a challenge to explain to a customer why go OEM when aftermarket is cheaper. Here's the reason folks. Glad to see a return to this type of video as well. Cheers!
I am puzzled by this video. Bill has plugged the Mishimoto radiator, the Banks intercooler, Raycor fuel filter, and tuners. In addition, there are all the fuel additives All aftermarket parts!
Cant see what happens when you put the screwdriver because the big phone number and web address covers it up.
Love this guy but he puts a ton of aftermarket stuff on. Radiators, Big Dog Heads. Ect.
John E talking about “cheap” aftermarket, those items he uses come at a big price for a quality part.
didn't you say you use your own gaskets with your own bonding elements
Is there an email that I can get ahold of you by? I have a couple questions... And I can't find an email anywhere on you guys website
Right like the damn crank sensors. Anything but Ford for these are junk.
aftermarket parts don't work in a power joke ....who could have know .
aftermarket parts are cheaper, or are they. 06 chev 2500, frt bearing hubs,they are a sore spot on those trucks and I had to replace both at bout 130km. bought aftermarket cause they were bout $100 cheaper. 40k later I got this howling sound again, cant be the bearing hubs ,got no miles on them. hoisted frt end, not loose, screw it, I'll take my chances and buy a new OEM hub, I can take it back. pulled the rt frt hub and it was dryer than a popcorn fart. so..lesson learned at least till next time. Flippin Chinese crap. just not worth it.
pay now, or pay more later.? hmmm, seems simple to me, buy the good stuff. also, why support the Chinese? Ford parts go on a Ford truck, unless the replacement is a clear improvement.
While I appreciate your videos greatly, the blanket statement that aftermarket parts don't work is false. Almost my entire motor, with the exception of the block and lifters and maybe a couple other small things is aftermarket. 7.3 competition motor built by swamps diesel.
Yes, all electronics should be ford manufactured. So I think you should clarify that point a little better. In general off name aftermarket parts are bad, quality parts from reputable places will generally exceed factory.
i got a gasket from ford that was a fake ford part
This is a 6.0 Powerstroke not a 7.3 and how do I know one the alternator is on the right side of the truck the 7.3 had it on the left side and also he says that's how a 6 liter supposed to sound 3:24
Bill Hewitt loves to hear himself talk. This entire video is stupid. He says at the beginning that the customer put the wrong ICP sensor in the damn thing. How does that make all aftermarket parts wrong. Should I not use anything from Alliant Power and use only Ford/Motorcraft? I think I'll save a buck and go with Alliant Power or International, you know...the company that actually made these engines for Ford. I'll just be sure to use the correct part for whatever needs to be replaced.
On a side note, you 7.3 guys will definitely remember this one. Remember years back when the CAM sensors would just leave you stranded on the side of the road? So, we all started to carry them in our glove boxes just in case it happened again. Then finally, I don't remember how long it was that Ford finally came out with the updated CAM sensors (the gray ones) that actually worked. Well, after my first Ford CAM sensor went bad and before the new and improved one came out from Ford, Alliant Power had already figured out the problem (before Ford) and I replaced mine with their updated version and have never had an issue since 52,000 mi CAM sensor failure - 340,000 mi. CAM sensor from Alliant Power still ticking.
Not bad, huh? Oh, and Bill... I never use Archoil or any other additives.
Costco batteries 😂
I know how to avoid all of the problems with the Powerstroke...
Buy a Cummins truck. Tune it how you want it, rip on it, repeat.
you cant just tune a cummins how you want. they blow up too. earlier cummins are great and pretty bulletproof for the most part but you can over tune and blow them up as well
Hope you have a stockpile of auto transmissions for it
And trans your trans blows up...
The irony here is that you're doing a video about not using aftermarket parts on an engine that was entirely built from aftermarket parts, and is famous for being highly problematic. If only Ford had the same commitment, dedication and respect for their products that you do. :D
but all ford have is made in China