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@@FordTechMakuloco bro im having very bad issues with my 2013 explorer 3.5 n/a, its studdering very bad and bad gas Mileage, its got 120k miles, giving me p0430 code, what do you think it can be? How can i get ahold of you?
Truly a master mechanic at work here! Plenty of "mechanics" get a job done like butchers. Makuloco gets it done like a surgeon! Great job, love your videos,
HUGE thanks for all your 5.4 3v videos.. Ive watched them all. Just got my new long block fired up thanks to you!... I never would have known all the little details and screwed up my new engine without your videos... The manifold runner wires... Vacuum filling the coolant.... cranking the engine without crank sensor to prime the oil pump... the torque converter removal and reinstall... so many many many important step .. that because of you, I got it right the first try.. My new engine fired up first try.. RUNs amazing if you ever travel to Arizona... you always got a couch to sleep on and free meals and tour guide
I’m in Arizona and looking forward to do this job in the near future. I bought my passing uncles ford f150 and I wanna rebuild it in memory of him. With these videos I know I can do it
Being able to see the process from start to finish gave me the confidence I needed to try my first complete rebuild. Took me about 6 months and just took my first few rides around the block today. Thanks again!
I have to say a HUGE THANK YOU to you! These videos helped a backyard mechanic like me do a first time engine swap, this weekend we completed it perfectly by using your video! THANK YOU for being so detail in your
Nice to see your son out in the garage helping you. I can remember the many hours I spent helping my dad. The piles of parts that I cleaned and the tools I handed him gave me an understanding of cars from back in the 70s to the present. He has long since retired but I still work on my own stuff every now and then. Man have things changed.
Watched both parts, and swapped my 2006 expedition 5.4 3v engine, AND transmission with 320000 miles on it, in 3 day's. Was a job! But enjoyable. Trans was easy. But that dang hose at the back of the intake? Took longer than removing the trans! Your videos explain enough for the layman to attempt ourselves. Saved me thousands. If ever in Ga...I owe ya! ✌
This video is bittersweet. It's so so sweet because it's so well thought-out, explained and super helpful. This guy is truly a master at his craft. The bitter part is I just barely started working on vehicles at 40s, and I LOVE it, just upset with myself that I didn't start way WAY earlier so I can at least be half as good as this guy. And that's a ton of missed years I could have spent actually doing something I love. Either way, cheers, and thanks a ton for the help.
If your going to plan on removing a engine I suggest that you 1. Take a picture of stuff your working on so when you have to put it back together, you can see how it's supposed to be. 2. Get sandwich bags and label the bolts,screws, and nuts accordingly. 3 Don't get frustrated and don't give up if you do get frustrated. You will learn so much about your car.
Sandwich bags is a good way to go at any given time. We have at least ten different colors of electrical tape In our garage. That's how we can keep everything straight. And remember what connects to what
Brian, thanks for posting this video. I replaced the motor in my truck earlier this year and I could not have done it without these videos. Great job making these very thorough step-by-step videos- you literally saved me thousands of dollars.
This was awesome! I could not have fixed my truck without your in depth walk through! I really appreciate you taking the time out to make such an in depth and informative video. It took me two solid weeks but the truck runs like a dream! Thanks again!
Just want to say thank you. You saved me over $3000.00 to install my remaaned 5.4L. First time I have ever done it. So far no codes or things falling off haha
I nearly got my 2004 F150 Lariat engine pulled thanks to your outstanding guidance in Part 1 of your tutorial. I'll be using both parts to complete my engine swap. Thanks a million, partner. I will update as I go along.
Hey Brian, i just had to write you to thank you for posting both videos. I am in upstate NY.. bought an 06 F150 ... had a piece of crap 5.4 3v in it.... only 138k miles... after a week it sounded like a diesel...long story as short as possible... I found a crate motor in WV... went and got it. I have very little experience with mechanical stuff. Or I should say had. Without your detailed videos I would have been totally lost... I just want to thank you... and I now look at all your stuff... very well done..... it's up and running great so far
@@blafishing7581 ..I just did mine this weekend. Started on Friday, ended about 2 o'clock Sunday. Did about 8-9 hours each, Friday and sat, Sunday was about 5-6 hours. Roughly 24 hours. Make sure you have everything!!!. Wouldn't hurt to have a metric set of bolts..assorted. and plenty of metric wrenches, sockets, tiny flat head, pry bars, breaker bar, the list goes on and on. Watch his video a few times..see what he uses, how he uses it, and bolt sizes. I used assorted cups to keep the various bolts in, and labeled them as to the areas they came from. Not each one..just a generalized location. Good luck to ya! I found it satisfying...once it was done. Oh..drink water..not beer while doing this. And keep small children away..you'll cuss alot . Lol
I can remember the first engine I did on a Nissan 350z I dropped the cradle out the bottom and still beat book time. Number one thing to take away from this is double and triple check as your going up nothing is hung up or still attached. If your dropping the cradle out take it slow. Go about 3 inches stop take a good look around and keep doing this until your about at the second lock and then send it up. I've seen too many times sensors, e brake cables, ac compressors still hooked up and ripped off due to negligence. Take your time if you've made it that far now is not the time to rush getting the engine out. Great video Bryan
I just finished replacing 5.4 2v in my 97 f150 4x4. After 400k miles the radiator popped a drain valve and I blew the head gaskets before I found a safe place to pull over. Ford wanted 3800 for head gasket, radiator repair and 7800 for reman engine. I replaced it myself with an ATK long block($2400), new radiator, all new sensors, plugs, alternator, pulleys, belt, Egr tube, injectors, hoses, motor mounts, etc for $4K. (Dealer would have just swapped old components to new engine.)Florida truck with no rust. Went similar to your procedure but I did not disconnect drive shafts and I unbolted motor mounts from block. I took off inner fenders for more access. Difficulty with some of Bell housing bolts had to use 34 inch wobble extension beside exhaust tunnels. O2 sensor connections were tough. In the end, no leaks, no drips, no error codes/CEL light and it runs great. A piece of 1/8 inch door skin in front to protect my a/c condenser would work for radiator in your case.
@@superduty4556 Considering the effort to replace the engine, it would have been a big risk to install a used engine of unknown condition, (with as many miles). Salvage yard might give you a warranty/guarantee that it runs (or they give you another) but it would be _my labor_ to replace it a second time.
@@sut2910 well yeah I get all that, but for a truck with 400k, I'd get a low mileage unit for a fraction of the cost. Find one with 120k and you still have 280k left to drive with putting the body at 680k.
Thank you for posting all your 5.4 3V engine videos. I know this video is a couple of years old and it was vastly helpful in pulling my 2010 F-150 5.4 3V engine getting it ready for an engine replacement. Following along with many of your videos including this one, I did some research and purchased a re-manufactured engine from Powertrain Products similar to the one you mentioned in this video. The engine looks reasonably rebuilt and is clean and many components appear to be new. However, some of the components used are not Ford parts, with many Dorman parts being used. One item that stands out so far are the roller rocker arms. These are the older style with the larger oil hole. The phasers and VCT solenoids are Dorman, but some of your comments would lead me to believe that this alone might not be a bad thing. These observations on this re-manufactured engine are pushing me toward wanting to verify some other items such as: Is there indeed a Melling M340HV oil pump installed? Did they use Ford or aftermarket chains, chain guides, chain tensioner, etc? In order to verify this, I would need to open the timing cover and check. If I find aftermarket parts in there should I change them out to recommended parts or leave them as is and depend on the 5-year no-fault warranty that they offer? Should I swap out the older style roller rocker arms for the later style roller rocker arms with the smaller hole (new genuine Ford parts)? My old engine had an exhaust valve head break off inside a cylinder while running. I really hate the thought of doing this job again in the future. Any thoughts you could share would be helpful.
Brian is the real deal in the fall of 2016 right around this time I had drove an hour and half with my 2007 f150 super crew 4x4 5.4 3v with 105k to leave with him for diagnosis as to all the ticking and clanking noises he told me a rebuild was needed for all the timing components that were shot due to low oil pressure another option was to go with a remanufactured 5.4 3v from Ford with a 3 yr unlimited mile warranty. I procrastinated at the time hoping to make it until spring of 2017 but the motor just died the eve of that Thanksgiving. By then Brian was in process of switching shops so needless to say I had to have the job done closer to where I live. I paid more but it needed to be done. A new 5.4 3v with warranty was installed and now has 25 k on it and the warranty expires in December. I trust Brian and his opinions. I even drive an hour and a half to have my old 98 explorer work car serviced by him. Brian has given tips as to change the oil pump to a better performance type and o will schedule it with him once the warranty expires. The motor has a few months warranty left on it and I've changed oil religiously every 3,000 miles since it's December 2016 install with Ford's 5w 20 synthetic blend oil. The motor runs excellent so far but I'm not holding my breath. Actually the imrc had to be replaced this past may it was from the original motor and just last week I had a code for p0351 come up with check engine light and a little flutter on acceleration cylinder #1 had a bad coil pack had it replaced . It was the original coil pack and I probably should had them all changed but we're not sure how long were keeping the truck. I change the oil myself every time but once warranty ends I'll be leaving it with Brian for service HE'S THE MAN!!
Glad this video is out there. Im 16 and my mom gave me her old 05 expidition. Engines siezed so I gotta put a new one in and take the old one out. Only thing is, I know jack shit, so I thank you so much. I might keep editing this comment with the progress
Absolutely priceless. Thank you, followed this video exclusively and had the motor out in one day. What a bear. They obviously dropped the body over this motor and never intended for it to come out the hood. What an awful starter design, and that trans bolt above the starter is an absolute nightmare!
Thank you, Brian for ALL of your videos. I don't have to second guess the accuracy or correctness of any of them. They are clear and concise. The information is invaluable to us shade tree mechanics.
My Heart went up to my throat when Alex your son dropped that brand new engine down he was excited he got license so glad tho all went well never stop making Videos Man Best!!
Fantastic video! Tackled my first 5.4L last week and this and the second video helped me tremendously. I followed step by step and it fired up first time, no issues, ready to roll! Thank you
I'd like to take the time and personally thank you for all of the videos. A few of them have helped me personally through the years and have also kept me entertained. Thank you!!!
I'm currently doing this exact job and some of the guys that keep trying to tell me this is a job i don't want to be doing. even though no matter what they say it's a learning experience for me to do this because I've already done 3 chevys but never a ford.. as I'm saying I'm perfectly able to do this. there trying to pick at every single thing I'm doing following your exact video step by step. when i told them I'm pushing the tranny back they said there's no reason to push it back. but i couldn't find the exact time frame where you said why you need to. either way so far this is the easiest and best video showing me everything.
Brian, Great video and narration! Im a Ford guy but not a truck guy. Ive got a 2002 Focus wagon Zetec 5-speed 136K and a 2005 Focus ZX4 Duratec 5-speed 192K and do all my own work on them. God bless Paul
Another Awesome Video! Who doesn't love plastic easy to strip and break Scrivets? Your son has become quite the handsome and smart young man. Good Job Poppa! (side note) whenever I left the rad in place I covered it with some thick cardboard. I'm a super clutzoid and learned that the hard way. $400 (some over $800) bucks unnecessarily forced to spend hurts the wallet big time. I like how you capped off the fuel line with a plastic cap. Really great tip there.
Shoot I thought he was pausing the video on putting wrenches on to find the sizes, and then restart the video... not! I used to do the old VWs. I know every screw pin and clip on the entire vehicles.
@@rickwilliamsjr.4003 Newer Nissans use 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 or 5/8, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24. It's a bit ridiculous since it used to be 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, and a 27 for the crank bolt on the single cam VG motors.
I tried to figure out why I learn so much from these vids. The great narrating aside, it's the camera work that is bright, steady and really let's u know where in the engine you are. A lot of these guys are dark, choppy and even though they got the knowledge, it's too hard to follow. Great video.
Wow. I know the engine looks big as it sits inside the engine bay, but watching it dangling on top of the bay really shows just how big of a monster it really is. Wow. Amazing video.
Less than an hour engine removal, wow, that's a record. Thank you for showing us Maku, sometimes by looking around we can't get to all those hidden bolts.
You are the guru sir, and we all thank you so much for what you do, sincerely. These 5.4 3v are beautiful pieces of machinery when functioning properly. I bought a 190k mile 2005 f150 for cheap with a "loss of power" condition. The truck functioned well until it got heated up good then would experience rough idling shaky at idle and a loss of power on acceleration, accompanied by the symphony of odd noises from under the hood. Well I re did the timing kit with Ford parts via your videos, meticulously. And now the same thing is happening still. Truck runs like a dream until it gets hot then rough and shaky at idle with loss of power at acceleration. I undo the vct sensors and have got rid of the rough idle but still doesn't feel like its getting the power. No codes except cam sensors open. I feel like it's something to do with fuel air ratio, could you point me in right direction of what to check?
Albeit the engine sounds fine and the right hand tensioner was blown out when I replaced the timing kit. I also put in new vcts which weren't Ford but still, and the new melling high vol oil pump with the oil you recommended
great application makuloco. I did enjoy you went indepth on removing the transmission from the engine, I never knew those slots in the transmission mount where there to create a gap from the bell housing. thank you for that little gem of a tip that was hidden in this video.
I thank you, sir, all these years watching your channel has given me the confidence to repair my 2005 f150. Very detail video as usual. thank you, God bless you 🍷💪🏾👌🏾👍🏾🙏🏿🇯🇲🇨🇦.
Pulling a 4.6L out of my 2006 F-150 using your video instructions even though it’s a little bit different due to the power plant. Wish me luck. My truck has 310K miles in the rust belt (upstate NY).
Fixing to replace a 5.4 in my 2010. Thank you bro, you gonna make this so much better. I appreciate your time and knowledge making these videos available.
I want to take the time out to let you know I appreciate you giving this information! Very Helpful and I removed my 1st moter thanks to your tutorial! I really appreciate your videos. Keep it up please💪🏾 Also Congratulations to your son for his accomplishments and assistance in the video!
Dude, you da man! Thank you so much for sharing your wealth of knowledge and experience and making all of these fantastic videos on here. You are an immense help to the automotive repair community and all of us other folks working on tackling jobs that you have already mastered. Both small and large. Thank you man!!
Awesome video, heck yeah thats a good job, its been a year since i traded in my 06 fx4 was on my 3rd trans I bit the bullet on 2019 ram limited 5.7 but still i love watching your vids on the truck i new so well for 10 yrs had 330kms on the engine and that never ever let me down i have to say..... But keep up the great work your an asset for repair walkthroughs 👍
Great video. Thanks for posting it. I always thought I would be doing this job on my 01 F150 4wd with a 5.4, but the truck is getting so old and I hardly drive it more than 3-4K miles a year, the rust is going to get to it first. The rocker panels are already gone and bottom of the doors next. 245k miles and going strong. This 2v motor will go 400k+ miles imo. The 10th Gen F150 is such a simple and great truck. Very reliable, unlike the 3v motors.
I'm really appreciated for taking this video and walk through all the detail step by step. this really helps me a lot and encourage me on my first time engine swap. Awesome work. Great job 👍 THANK YOU So MUCH.
I’ve removed a few 5.4s from this body style and I am stunned at how easy that motor came out for you. It was rubbing against the cowl and radiator brace a lot more for me
I'll be the fourth or fifth commenter to agree with the cab lift method. As a Ford dealership technician, I probably shouldn't be saying this either, but F-150 cabs are far easier to remove than Super Duty truck cabs. To this day, I still lift cabs not only for engine replacement jobs, but also cam phaser and timing chain jobs, especially on those newer 3.5L Ecoboost F-150s. I also agree an hour is all it takes to have the cab unbolted from the frame. Especially on an older F-150 like the one featured in the video, having the cab out of the way not only makes for an unobstructed engine removal/replacement, but you can also refinish some of that rusting frame while the engine is out and the cab is raised.
Love your video.I have this same truck 06 f150 5.4 3v I rebuilt engine and transmission.Dropped belltech 3/5.Also new cat converters.Have had it going on 6 years looking forward to owning it for another 200k miles
Thank You Ford Master I Learned Some Great Tips I’ve Only Done an Engine In a Crown Vic 4.6 When I Pulled It The Engine Was Seized Due To Hydrolock Due To The Owner Driving High Speeds In Flood Water During a Florida Hurricane I Had To Pull it With The Torque Converter Attached I Also Kept The Wiring Harness on The Engine and Disconnected it at The Bulkhead Connector And Transferred it To The New Engine Before Install 👨🏼🔧🧰😊 Great Job I Love The Channel Cant Wait For Part 2 The Install 😎👍🏼 🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰
I remember when your son was much smaller. He is going to b a great tech! And now he is a fine helper! I like that u use the older M12 ratchet. Lighter and faster. The bigger one is great for the tougher ones
Just finished pulling the timing cover on a 5.4 and changed the chains, tensioners, guides, phasers and the vvt solenoids. Ten minute test drive it ran perfect until it didn’t and now I’ve got the same p0014 code. I think I’m gonna be eating the lab on a motor job
@@jasonsoto6623 Yea with a used motor that didn't have so much wear on the cam caps. I believe I was losing a lot of oil pressure there. You could see and feel deep grooves. I swapped all my new timing components on to that motor to. I warned the customer that if the motor was warn then we will be at the same place we started but he stated he was religious and has a lot of faith but when I gave hime the call he wouldn't have it.
Excellent video! I had to pull the 4.6L 3V engine from a 2010 F150, and this video was a big help. I will say though, there is no need to pull the hood. On the 2010 at least, the hinges have enough travel (and a built-in stop) so that pulling the gas hood struts, the hood will open up past 90*, allowing the engine to come out with removing the hood. Something to think about, as it'll save some time and body panel alignment.
Pull the intake and use the alternator and top Bell bolts for pulling. I learned the hard way years ago when I cracked a valve cover trying to chain diagonally on my first Triton pull.
Thank you for all the helpful information. It’s been a big help troubleshooting and fixing my ‘11 Expedition. I’m still wondering why people say the 5.4 Triton engine is so bad? I took a chance on a used Expedition with about 78k miles. Aside from a few issues with the HVAC actuators (which I fixed with your help), the Expedition runs well and handled a trip from Southern California to Phoenix Arizona with no problems. I wasn’t towing a trailer, loaded down or blasting up hills either.
I'm a huge fan of your channel I think it's wonderful how you work on things and so informative about it I thought you were a true Ford guy and you own a Dodge wife took the wind out of my sails .,😣
Before you start a job like this, spray down all the bolts the night before with PB Blaster or whatever works for you. Also if you come across a stuck bolt, don't rush it! I have seen many cases where a person is impatient and just tried to muscle it off, breaks it and cause ten times the frustration. Use heat, pb blaster, hit the bolt with a hammer, and work it back and forth. Also don't forget to use antiseize during reassembly
Thank you for taking the time and to share your knowledge, really awesome. My project, (2007 Lincoln Project) it's heading to the right direction following your steps by steps instructions. Thanks!
I would have appreciated your input on breaking in this reman motor as there seems to be a several approaches/opinions to this process. Often I’ll pick up tricks and practical suggestions from your videos. Your a great ford tech, I really appreciate your efforts, thank you. Gratefully Robbie , fellow grease boy…..
I watched many of your videos and found them extremely helpful. Thanks for all you do! On a side note you scared the shit out of me so I sold mine hahahah. It was a great truck but too many potential issues.
These are the Parts and Tools I Recommend:
Mopar Rust Penetrant-
amzn.to/35GAxmi
10mm Gearwrench (power steering bolts)-
amzn.to/2VRT22B
Cat Claw-
amzn.to/31lso3b
Trim Tool-
amzn.to/31ndv0f
Fan Clutch Remover (easiest method)-
amzn.to/35Ot9Wf
Starter Removal in detail-
ua-cam.com/video/yhXV-aIv_bA/v-deo.html
Remanufactured Engines I use-
www.powertrainproducts.net/FORD-5-4-V8-ENGINE-04-06-F150-NAVIGATOR-EXPEDITION-p/1579.htm
FordTechMakuloco what is the difference between removing 5.4 engine to 4.6, both 2004?
not much, intake is easier.
How long does this take you? thanks!! this is on my list sooner than later i think..
@@FordTechMakuloco bro im having very bad issues with my 2013 explorer 3.5 n/a, its studdering very bad and bad gas Mileage, its got 120k miles, giving me p0430 code, what do you think it can be? How can i get ahold of you?
I would check for a plugged cat.
Truly a master mechanic at work here! Plenty of "mechanics" get a job done like butchers. Makuloco gets it done like a surgeon! Great job, love your videos,
@@Tom-pe3zf 🤣😂
How did I see you here
HUGE thanks for all your 5.4 3v videos.. Ive watched them all.
Just got my new long block fired up thanks to you!... I never would have known all the little details and screwed up my new engine without your videos... The manifold runner wires... Vacuum filling the coolant.... cranking the engine without crank sensor to prime the oil pump... the torque converter removal and reinstall...
so many many many important step .. that because of you, I got it right the first try.. My new engine fired up first try.. RUNs amazing
if you ever travel to Arizona... you always got a couch to sleep on and free meals and tour guide
I’m in Arizona and looking forward to do this job in the near future. I bought my passing uncles ford f150 and I wanna rebuild it in memory of him. With these videos I know I can do it
Being able to see the process from start to finish gave me the confidence I needed to try my first complete rebuild. Took me about 6 months and just took my first few rides around the block today. Thanks again!
I have to say a HUGE THANK YOU to you! These videos helped a backyard mechanic like me do a first time engine swap, this weekend we completed it perfectly by using your video! THANK YOU for being so detail in your
About to pull this off in an autozone parking lot
Howd that go!?
@@zachhoyt92 Cops came and told us to gtfo
With loaner tools and use their facilities
Yea good fucking luck spending the night
Gotta do this in the middle of the desert with a trunk full of tools 🛠️ and a sandstorm on the way
Nice to see your son out in the garage helping you. I can remember the many hours I spent helping my dad. The piles of parts that I cleaned and the tools I handed him gave me an understanding of cars from back in the 70s to the present. He has long since retired but I still work on my own stuff every now and then. Man have things changed.
Watched both parts, and swapped my 2006 expedition 5.4 3v engine, AND transmission with 320000 miles on it, in 3 day's. Was a job! But enjoyable. Trans was easy. But that dang hose at the back of the intake? Took longer than removing the trans! Your videos explain enough for the layman to attempt ourselves. Saved me thousands. If ever in Ga...I owe ya! ✌
This video is bittersweet. It's so so sweet because it's so well thought-out, explained and super helpful. This guy is truly a master at his craft. The bitter part is I just barely started working on vehicles at 40s, and I LOVE it, just upset with myself that I didn't start way WAY earlier so I can at least be half as good as this guy. And that's a ton of missed years I could have spent actually doing something I love.
Either way, cheers, and thanks a ton for the help.
Same here 40 an about to pull my first engine off watching this video I’m no mechanic at all can’t get no one to do the job so I’m doing it myself
If your going to plan on removing a engine I suggest that you 1. Take a picture of stuff your working on so when you have to put it back together, you can see how it's supposed to be. 2. Get sandwich bags and label the bolts,screws, and nuts accordingly. 3 Don't get frustrated and don't give up if you do get frustrated. You will learn so much about your car.
Sandwich bags is a good way to go at any given time. We have at least ten different colors of electrical tape In our garage.
That's how we can keep everything straight. And remember what connects to what
Brian, thanks for posting this video. I replaced the motor in my truck earlier this year and I could not have done it without these videos. Great job making these very thorough step-by-step videos- you literally saved me thousands of dollars.
" WHEW " One hell of a job taking out the engine - can't wait for part 2 . . .
good job Brian -
This was so well explained and easy to listen to I watched the whole video and don't even have a motor to pull. Extremely well done. A master at work
Pulling the 5.4 out of my 2008 as we speak. Your videos are helping me tremendously. Thanks for this!
can’t get enough of this channel
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This was awesome! I could not have fixed my truck without your in depth walk through! I really appreciate you taking the time out to make such an in depth and informative video. It took me two solid weeks but the truck runs like a dream! Thanks again!
When you say 2 solid weeks was that all day every day for 2 weeks
Just want to say thank you.
You saved me over $3000.00 to install my remaaned 5.4L.
First time I have ever done it.
So far no codes or things falling off haha
I nearly got my 2004 F150 Lariat engine pulled thanks to your outstanding guidance in Part 1 of your tutorial. I'll be using both parts to complete my engine swap. Thanks a million, partner. I will update as I go along.
Hey Brian, i just had to write you to thank you for posting both videos. I am in upstate NY.. bought an 06 F150 ... had a piece of crap 5.4 3v in it.... only 138k miles... after a week it sounded like a diesel...long story as short as possible... I found a crate motor in WV... went and got it. I have very little experience with mechanical stuff. Or I should say had. Without your detailed videos I would have been totally lost... I just want to thank you... and I now look at all your stuff... very well done..... it's up and running great so far
How long did the entire job of removal and install from start to finish take you ? Number of hours ?
@@blafishing7581 ..I just did mine this weekend. Started on Friday, ended about 2 o'clock Sunday. Did about 8-9 hours each, Friday and sat, Sunday was about 5-6 hours. Roughly 24 hours. Make sure you have everything!!!. Wouldn't hurt to have a metric set of bolts..assorted. and plenty of metric wrenches, sockets, tiny flat head, pry bars, breaker bar, the list goes on and on. Watch his video a few times..see what he uses, how he uses it, and bolt sizes. I used assorted cups to keep the various bolts in, and labeled them as to the areas they came from. Not each one..just a generalized location. Good luck to ya! I found it satisfying...once it was done. Oh..drink water..not beer while doing this. And keep small children away..you'll cuss alot . Lol
I can remember the first engine I did on a Nissan 350z I dropped the cradle out the bottom and still beat book time. Number one thing to take away from this is double and triple check as your going up nothing is hung up or still attached. If your dropping the cradle out take it slow. Go about 3 inches stop take a good look around and keep doing this until your about at the second lock and then send it up. I've seen too many times sensors, e brake cables, ac compressors still hooked up and ripped off due to negligence. Take your time if you've made it that far now is not the time to rush getting the engine out. Great video Bryan
I just finished replacing 5.4 2v in my 97 f150 4x4. After 400k miles the radiator popped a drain valve and I blew the head gaskets before I found a safe place to pull over. Ford wanted 3800 for head gasket, radiator repair and 7800 for reman engine. I replaced it myself with an ATK long block($2400), new radiator, all new sensors, plugs, alternator, pulleys, belt, Egr tube, injectors, hoses, motor mounts, etc for $4K. (Dealer would have just swapped old components to new engine.)Florida truck with no rust. Went similar to your procedure but I did not disconnect drive shafts and I unbolted motor mounts from block. I took off inner fenders for more access. Difficulty with some of Bell housing bolts had to use 34 inch wobble extension beside exhaust tunnels. O2 sensor connections were tough. In the end, no leaks, no drips, no error codes/CEL light and it runs great. A piece of 1/8 inch door skin in front to protect my a/c condenser would work for radiator in your case.
Were there no junkyard units for a few hundred bucks?
No point in doing all of the labor just to have the unrepaired engine fail. But once cry one
@@superduty4556 Considering the effort to replace the engine, it would have been a big risk to install a used engine of unknown condition, (with as many miles). Salvage yard might give you a warranty/guarantee that it runs (or they give you another) but it would be _my labor_ to replace it a second time.
@@sut2910 well yeah I get all that, but for a truck with 400k, I'd get a low mileage unit for a fraction of the cost. Find one with 120k and you still have 280k left to drive with putting the body at 680k.
Thank you for posting all your 5.4 3V engine videos. I know this video is a couple of years old and it was vastly helpful in pulling my 2010 F-150 5.4 3V engine getting it ready for an engine replacement. Following along with many of your videos including this one, I did some research and purchased a re-manufactured engine from Powertrain Products similar to the one you mentioned in this video. The engine looks reasonably rebuilt and is clean and many components appear to be new. However, some of the components used are not Ford parts, with many Dorman parts being used. One item that stands out so far are the roller rocker arms. These are the older style with the larger oil hole. The phasers and VCT solenoids are Dorman, but some of your comments would lead me to believe that this alone might not be a bad thing. These observations on this re-manufactured engine are pushing me toward wanting to verify some other items such as: Is there indeed a Melling M340HV oil pump installed? Did they use Ford or aftermarket chains, chain guides, chain tensioner, etc? In order to verify this, I would need to open the timing cover and check. If I find aftermarket parts in there should I change them out to recommended parts or leave them as is and depend on the 5-year no-fault warranty that they offer? Should I swap out the older style roller rocker arms for the later style roller rocker arms with the smaller hole (new genuine Ford parts)? My old engine had an exhaust valve head break off inside a cylinder while running. I really hate the thought of doing this job again in the future. Any thoughts you could share would be helpful.
I am about to order that same engine and I'm really worried about that. I want the updated parts
Did you ever get an answer?
i`d really like to know why some people gave this a thumbs down.... great info
Brian is the real deal in the fall of 2016 right around this time I had drove an hour and half with my 2007 f150 super crew 4x4 5.4 3v with 105k to leave with him for diagnosis as to all the ticking and clanking noises he told me a rebuild was needed for all the timing components that were shot due to low oil pressure another option was to go with a remanufactured 5.4 3v from Ford with a 3 yr unlimited mile warranty. I procrastinated at the time hoping to make it until spring of 2017 but the motor just died the eve of that Thanksgiving. By then Brian was in process of switching shops so needless to say I had to have the job done closer to where I live. I paid more but it needed to be done. A new 5.4 3v with warranty was installed and now has 25 k on it and the warranty expires in December. I trust Brian and his opinions. I even drive an hour and a half to have my old 98 explorer work car serviced by him. Brian has given tips as to change the oil pump to a better performance type and o will schedule it with him once the warranty expires. The motor has a few months warranty left on it and I've changed oil religiously every 3,000 miles since it's December 2016 install with Ford's 5w 20 synthetic blend oil. The motor runs excellent so far but I'm not holding my breath. Actually the imrc had to be replaced this past may it was from the original motor and just last week I had a code for p0351 come up with check engine light and a little flutter on acceleration cylinder #1 had a bad coil pack had it replaced . It was the original coil pack and I probably should had them all changed but we're not sure how long were keeping the truck. I change the oil myself every time but once warranty ends I'll be leaving it with Brian for service HE'S THE MAN!!
I am doing this procedure today. thanks for you videos, you feel like a brother to me. I couldnt do this without you!
Did you do it?
@@p19shelt been a long process in my spare time. Im in final assembly now. I should be able to prime it for first start this week.
Your “Shop Truck” is my dream truck! Haha
That’s why skills, hard work, and continuous education pay off. Financially and many other ways.
Glad this video is out there. Im 16 and my mom gave me her old 05 expidition. Engines siezed so I gotta put a new one in and take the old one out. Only thing is, I know jack shit, so I thank you so much. I might keep editing this comment with the progress
Did you get it running bro?
Absolutely priceless. Thank you, followed this video exclusively and had the motor out in one day. What a bear. They obviously dropped the body over this motor and never intended for it to come out the hood. What an awful starter design, and that trans bolt above the starter is an absolute nightmare!
its not THAT bad... if you already pulled the trans, heads, timing cover, exhaust and have a 5 inch lift lol
Thank you, Brian for ALL of your videos. I don't have to second guess the accuracy or correctness of any of them. They are clear and concise. The information is invaluable to us shade tree mechanics.
The best channel on UA-cam when it come to ford 5.4 Big up Brian you the best bro🤜🏼
My Heart went up to my throat when Alex your son dropped that brand new engine down he was excited he got license so glad tho all went well never stop making Videos Man Best!!
Fantastic camera work, the lighting and positioning are perfect showing the location of the bolts and connectors. Thanks.
Fantastic video! Tackled my first 5.4L last week and this and the second video helped me tremendously. I followed step by step and it fired up first time, no issues, ready to roll! Thank you
Been waiting a long time for a quality 5.4 engine removal video, absolutely fantastic!!! Can't wait to see part 2
I'd like to take the time and personally thank you for all of the videos. A few of them have helped me personally through the years and have also kept me entertained. Thank you!!!
I'm currently doing this exact job and some of the guys that keep trying to tell me this is a job i don't want to be doing. even though no matter what they say it's a learning experience for me to do this because I've already done 3 chevys but never a ford.. as I'm saying I'm perfectly able to do this. there trying to pick at every single thing I'm doing following your exact video step by step. when i told them I'm pushing the tranny back they said there's no reason to push it back. but i couldn't find the exact time frame where you said why you need to. either way so far this is the easiest and best video showing me everything.
Brian,
Great video and narration! Im a Ford guy but not a truck guy. Ive got a 2002 Focus wagon Zetec 5-speed 136K and a 2005 Focus ZX4 Duratec 5-speed 192K and do all my own work on them.
God bless
Paul
Another Awesome Video! Who doesn't love plastic easy to strip and break Scrivets? Your son has become quite the handsome and smart young man. Good Job Poppa! (side note) whenever I left the rad in place I covered it with some thick cardboard. I'm a super clutzoid and learned that the hard way. $400 (some over $800) bucks unnecessarily forced to spend hurts the wallet big time. I like how you capped off the fuel line with a plastic cap. Really great tip there.
It amazes me that you can remember the sizes of all the bolts and nuts.
I've done so many of them.
Ford uses alot of 8mm and 10 mm atleast from my experience on the continental
8 10 13 15 17 and 22mm oh and 18 for the ps res bracket....is all you need as far as sizes..
Shoot I thought he was pausing the video on putting wrenches on to find the sizes, and then restart the video... not! I used to do the old VWs. I know every screw pin and clip on the entire vehicles.
@@rickwilliamsjr.4003 Newer Nissans use 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 or 5/8, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24. It's a bit ridiculous since it used to be 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, and a 27 for the crank bolt on the single cam VG motors.
I did a little each day.I did it myself in the snow! Thank you sir.
I tried to figure out why I learn so much from these vids. The great narrating aside, it's the camera work that is bright, steady and really let's u know where in the engine you are. A lot of these guys are dark, choppy and even though they got the knowledge, it's too hard to follow. Great video.
I love how detailed this video is. Also like how you showed us all nuts and bolts while telling us the sizes. Great video. Thank you!
Wow. I know the engine looks big as it sits inside the engine bay, but watching it dangling on top of the bay really shows just how big of a monster it really is. Wow. Amazing video.
Probably the best mechanical repair video ever posted.Be bless my bredren!
Less than an hour engine removal, wow, that's a record. Thank you for showing us Maku, sometimes by looking around we can't get to all those hidden bolts.
You are the guru sir, and we all thank you so much for what you do, sincerely. These 5.4 3v are beautiful pieces of machinery when functioning properly.
I bought a 190k mile 2005 f150 for cheap with a "loss of power" condition. The truck functioned well until it got heated up good then would experience rough idling shaky at idle and a loss of power on acceleration, accompanied by the symphony of odd noises from under the hood.
Well I re did the timing kit with Ford parts via your videos, meticulously. And now the same thing is happening still. Truck runs like a dream until it gets hot then rough and shaky at idle with loss of power at acceleration.
I undo the vct sensors and have got rid of the rough idle but still doesn't feel like its getting the power. No codes except cam sensors open. I feel like it's something to do with fuel air ratio, could you point me in right direction of what to check?
Albeit the engine sounds fine and the right hand tensioner was blown out when I replaced the timing kit. I also put in new vcts which weren't Ford but still, and the new melling high vol oil pump with the oil you recommended
@@zacharyvaughn2232 plugged catalytic converters?
You're ten fold better than any service manual.
You can tell he’s done this once or twice before! Great work man
great application makuloco. I did enjoy you went indepth on removing the transmission from the engine, I never knew those slots in the transmission mount where there to create a gap from the bell housing. thank you for that little gem of a tip that was hidden in this video.
Man, thank you for doing these videos. You are the best I've found. You explain very clearly. Your videos are a huge help
I thank you, sir, all these years watching your channel has given me the confidence to repair my 2005 f150.
Very detail video as usual. thank you, God bless you 🍷💪🏾👌🏾👍🏾🙏🏿🇯🇲🇨🇦.
This guy is the BEST!!! He saved me so much money on my expedition with an intake!! I was so lucky I found him!!! He is a GENIOUS!!!
The best mechanic on the internet.
Pulling a 4.6L out of my 2006 F-150 using your video instructions even though it’s a little bit different due to the power plant. Wish me luck. My truck has 310K miles in the rust belt (upstate NY).
lucky boy works with Brain the professional instructor, good job and big like thumb
Its Brian
I’m pulling the engine in my 2007 Lincoln Navigator. This video is the best I’ve seen, thank you for the video!
Fixing to replace a 5.4 in my 2010. Thank you bro, you gonna make this so much better. I appreciate your time and knowledge making these videos available.
You get around to replacing it? Trying to convince myself I’ll be able to tackle this but a little nervous about the differences with the 2010 trucks.
@@rjai4890 I did, it wasn't easy. But doable. I got tips bro.
I want to take the time out to let you know I appreciate you giving this information! Very Helpful and I removed my 1st moter thanks to your tutorial! I really appreciate your videos. Keep it up please💪🏾 Also Congratulations to your son for his accomplishments and assistance in the video!
Travis Jenkins did their video really help ??
Dude, you da man!
Thank you so much for sharing your wealth of knowledge and experience and making all of these fantastic videos on here. You are an immense help to the automotive repair community and all of us other folks working on tackling jobs that you have already mastered. Both small and large.
Thank you man!!
Awesome job Brian. You inspire everyday non- pros. like myself to consider projects we would normally dream of.
Wow, you are truly wonderful . You cant find good knowledgeable mechanic now a days. Good job brother; keep up the good work....!!!!
If I have to work on a Ford, I refer to your videos. You've probably posted a video on, and they are really detailed. Good job and thanks.
Thanks!
Awesome video, heck yeah thats a good job, its been a year since i traded in my 06 fx4 was on my 3rd trans I bit the bullet on 2019 ram limited 5.7 but still i love watching your vids on the truck i new so well for 10 yrs had 330kms on the engine and that never ever let me down i have to say.....
But keep up the great work your an asset for repair walkthroughs 👍
Great video. Thanks for posting it.
I always thought I would be doing this job on my 01 F150 4wd with a 5.4, but the truck is getting so old and I hardly drive it more than 3-4K miles a year, the rust is going to get to it first. The rocker panels are already gone and bottom of the doors next. 245k miles and going strong. This 2v motor will go 400k+ miles imo.
The 10th Gen F150 is such a simple and great truck. Very reliable, unlike the 3v motors.
I'm really appreciated for taking this video and walk through all the detail step by step. this really helps me a lot and encourage me on my first time engine swap. Awesome work. Great job 👍 THANK YOU So MUCH.
I’ve removed a few 5.4s from this body style and I am stunned at how easy that motor came out for you. It was rubbing against the cowl and radiator brace a lot more for me
We pull the cowl.
I like these long videos over the 10min ones. Good work man
I'll be the fourth or fifth commenter to agree with the cab lift method. As a Ford dealership technician, I probably shouldn't be saying this either, but F-150 cabs are far easier to remove than Super Duty truck cabs. To this day, I still lift cabs not only for engine replacement jobs, but also cam phaser and timing chain jobs, especially on those newer 3.5L Ecoboost F-150s. I also agree an hour is all it takes to have the cab unbolted from the frame. Especially on an older F-150 like the one featured in the video, having the cab out of the way not only makes for an unobstructed engine removal/replacement, but you can also refinish some of that rusting frame while the engine is out and the cab is raised.
Priceless!
Love your video.I have this same truck 06 f150 5.4 3v I rebuilt engine and transmission.Dropped belltech 3/5.Also new cat converters.Have had it going on 6 years looking forward to owning it for another 200k miles
I don't even have a Ford. But I love these videos.
Thank You Ford Master I Learned Some Great Tips I’ve Only Done an Engine In a Crown Vic 4.6 When I Pulled It The Engine Was Seized Due To Hydrolock Due To The Owner Driving High Speeds In Flood Water During a Florida Hurricane I Had To Pull it With The Torque Converter Attached I Also Kept The Wiring Harness on The Engine and Disconnected it at The Bulkhead Connector And Transferred it To The New Engine Before Install 👨🏼🔧🧰😊 Great Job I Love The Channel Cant Wait For Part 2 The Install 😎👍🏼 🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰🧰
I remember when your son was much smaller. He is going to b a great tech! And now he is a fine helper! I like that u use the older M12 ratchet. Lighter and faster. The bigger one is great for the tougher ones
Just finished pulling the timing cover on a 5.4 and changed the chains, tensioners, guides, phasers and the vvt solenoids. Ten minute test drive it ran perfect until it didn’t and now I’ve got the same p0014 code. I think I’m gonna be eating the lab on a motor job
Did you fix it?
@@jasonsoto6623 Yea with a used motor that didn't have so much wear on the cam caps. I believe I was losing a lot of oil pressure there. You could see and feel deep grooves. I swapped all my new timing components on to that motor to. I warned the customer that if the motor was warn then we will be at the same place we started but he stated he was religious and has a lot of faith but when I gave hime the call he wouldn't have it.
That was so detailed I want to pull one for shits & giggles! Awesome job Brian!
“WOW” that’s a lot of work, but your doing a great job. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Excellent video! I had to pull the 4.6L 3V engine from a 2010 F150, and this video was a big help. I will say though, there is no need to pull the hood. On the 2010 at least, the hinges have enough travel (and a built-in stop) so that pulling the gas hood struts, the hood will open up past 90*, allowing the engine to come out with removing the hood. Something to think about, as it'll save some time and body panel alignment.
Pull the intake and use the alternator and top Bell bolts for pulling. I learned the hard way years ago when I cracked a valve cover trying to chain diagonally on my first Triton pull.
You had to have made Senior Master working at Ford for so long and doing it so well the way you do.
Nice work! When you pulled the lightweight intake manifold, it reminded me of pulling a cast iron intake in a Ford FE engine.
You're a great teacher, salute all the way from Michoacan, Mexico
I can't say Michoacan without sounding like Cheech Marin, lol. Beautiful place
Thank you for all the helpful information. It’s been a big help troubleshooting and fixing my ‘11 Expedition. I’m still wondering why people say the 5.4 Triton engine is so bad? I took a chance on a used Expedition with about 78k miles. Aside from a few issues with the HVAC actuators (which I fixed with your help), the Expedition runs well and handled a trip from Southern California to Phoenix Arizona with no problems. I wasn’t towing a trailer, loaded down or blasting up hills either.
I will never complain about working on my 5.0 coyote ever again...... this looks like such a pain in the ass to work on.....
Not so bad unless you run into lots of rust.
There is more items to remove on this one than there is on a 2013 f150 coyote, so much more access to alot of things on it to
Riley Iwish you avery good luck there no many professionals gives mutsh ditals you are good 👍
Awesome walk thru - was fascinated just watching the whole process and excellent descriptions!
I'm a huge fan of your channel I think it's wonderful how you work on things and so informative about it I thought you were a true Ford guy and you own a Dodge wife took the wind out of my sails .,😣
Nope this is my truck here.
Before you start a job like this, spray down all the bolts the night before with PB Blaster or whatever works for you.
Also if you come across a stuck bolt, don't rush it! I have seen many cases where a person is impatient and just tried to muscle it off, breaks it and cause ten times the frustration. Use heat, pb blaster, hit the bolt with a hammer, and work it back and forth.
Also don't forget to use antiseize during reassembly
Thank you for taking the time and to share your knowledge, really awesome. My project, (2007 Lincoln Project) it's heading to the right direction following your steps by steps instructions. Thanks!
How in the world anybody would give a thumbs down on this video??? Pure envy I guess.
I would have appreciated your input on breaking in this reman motor as there seems to be a several approaches/opinions to this process. Often I’ll pick up tricks and practical suggestions from your videos. Your a great ford tech, I really appreciate your efforts, thank you.
Gratefully Robbie , fellow grease boy…..
I used to have this level of enthusiasm....I did say "used to" GREAT VIDEOS!
Great explanation good for junior to be involved nice to see him get his hands dirty and learn 👍
Nice job....a real pro...I'm doing the engine in my 99 soon...this was a big help...ty Buddy
'99 GT 4.6 is on the horizon. Thank you for your video.
I’ll never do this...but I love watching the process!
Awesome job, Brian! Thanks for the video. this video is so useful.
I HAVE SUCCESSFULLY REMOVED MY ENGINE USING THIS VIDEO!!!!!
Great walk through. Only thing I’d do differently is I’d pull the radiator, condenser, and tranny cooler. Makes life so much easier
if you have a ford you need to hit the sub button for real. FTM is awesome thanks for the great vids love your channel FTM!!!!
I wish I didn’t have to watch these videos cause of my Ford lol :p things always broke. Just kidding awesome channel and fan base
I watched many of your videos and found them extremely helpful. Thanks for all you do! On a side note you scared the shit out of me so I sold mine hahahah. It was a great truck but too many potential issues.