Ford Triton spark plug repair 4.6, 5.4 and 6.8 part 1
Вставка
- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- IF THIS VIDEO HELPED YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE, CLICK HERE TO DONATE SO I CAN CONTINUE TO SHARE VIDEOS. (THANK YOU)
checkout.squar...
Amazon part link amzn.to/2zSX6Z7
Link to my personal parts dealer at Wiseautotools.com www.wiseautoto...
Ford Triton spark plug repair 4.6, 5.4 and 6.8 part 1. Here is a link to my video on information why its happening. • Why the spark plug ble...
Denso coil part link amzn.to/2KqDY5A
Watch my revised video for further information needed
www.youtube.co...
Here is my video on why I think its happening.
• Why the spark plug ble...
Click here to see what happens whe • Save A Thread / Helico... n you drop an insert in engine.
Ron Williams
Mobile Fix Automotive
26793 Madison Ave Suite 100
Murrieta, Ca. 92562
951-579-7146
Website www.mobilefixau...
FaceBook / mobilefixautomotive
Yelp Reviews www.yelp.com/b...
This is how you repair blown out spark plug threads on the two valve Ford Triton v8 and v10 engine using the Cal-Van kit with stainless steel insert. Works on 4.6, 5.4, and 6.8 liter Ford Tritons.
GET PARTS AT WISE AUTO TOOLS (CLICK LINK BELOW)
www.wiseautoto...
I am just amazed that ford so obviously engineered in a major flaw. Then when this happens, they want you to buy another flawed head. There is absolutely no question about it, and they know it because they have engineers, 4 1/2 threads will fail.
This should make people think, those who buy used vehicles. One should research a lot to see if there are designed fails like this in the vehicle they are considering.
Real good video tutorial for those who already have one of these. I sure would go this route and not buy another flawed head.
In addition to blowing the cylinder out to remove debris, I have heard that putting a length of cotton clothesline into the cylinder before making chips will catch most of them. Then when you pull the cord out them chips are caught on the cord.
This is without a doubt one of the best repair videos I have ever watched. Very thorough explanation. Well done Ron. I don't even have a ford....I just happened along the video about spark plugs blowing out and ended up here to find out about metal chips from boring out the sparkplug hole.
Work like a charm on my 1997 e250
In fort mcmurray...
Pardon me for being a SA. Should the spiral fluted REAMER drop past the JIG, use a magnet to remove it from the hole. Maximum stroke is 4", so unless the piston TDC two inches below the spark plug, the tool will rest centered in the hole. Reamers produce acceptably round holes, drill bits do not. A cutaway view of a drilled hole, in metal, will show the flute pattern in the walls. Jigs orient the tool to the work piece, fixtures orient the work piece to the tool.
Just like the northstar all these manf. makes some stupid decisions and we have to pay for it. So I hope if you check your plugs frequently this won't happen? Buying a gently used 2004 expedition with a 5.4 and hope it has already been handled or hope to prevent it.
I used a vacuum to clean out the cylinder instead of compressed air , small shavings can get stuck between piston and cylinder walls
+Carlos Valdes never been a problem for us. But good for you. As long as uou get the larger pieces out its all good.
@@zaidchalabi1599 What? for aluminum shavings?
@@zaidchalabi1599 the hell? You know this is aluminum right?
Funny, I see an IC369 Coil. I work for NAPA and that is the MOST common coil I sell bar none. And that APP103? plug. He is using the cheap SB line coil as well. A little lube for the drilling might have been an OK idea.
No lube on the tap or Bit..
have you repaired a newer v10? I have a 2017 e450 just wonder if the kit will work same on newer engines I don't think the v10 has changed design since 2007 but not a 100% on that
2018 6.8 v10 in a class car with 16000 miles on it blew cyl 3 plug. Yes I have
There is no way that I would attempt to do that job with the cylinder heads on the engine. Even though it would take a much longer I would pull the cylinder head, this way you don’t run the risk of some of the metal shavings being left behind in the cylinder and destroying the engine.
Your videos are amazing dude! Can you or any one else give me any pointers on an E series and if there’s anything else I can remove on either bank to make it easier? I just changed the plugs and coils and it was pretty tight in some spots.
this is wrong MOTORS don't have spark plugs engines do
That comment is so old my shop teacher used to say it over 40 years ago.
Would have to do this with my 2004 three valve year triton?
The one thing I would say is, plug the PCV valve port next time. Shavings were landing all around a direct access hole to the head. Otherwise, it was a great vid! Thanks for posting.
i was just about to comment the same thing, what good is this if he just put metal inside the oil passages?
Awesome 👌. Bro!! I have to change plugs on my buddy's V10 2002 6.8 350 dump truck tomorrow. Thank you so much for that video!!! Your the BOSS. Thanks again!!!! My brother!!!🥰🥰🥰
Ron, great video, thanks for making it. I will doing this on my son's truck in a couple weekends. question, I see you use JB weld to help keep the insert in the head, i've also seen others recommend Loctite Red 271. should both pretty much work the same, the loctite is rated for high temperature where I don't see that the JB weld is.
+Ray B
Great question. One of the things that I've changed during my installs since this video was shot years ago is the fact that I now use J-B Weld under the Hat portion of the insert and then I used to 71 red threadlocker on the actual threads. So yes you are correct
My question as I have a 2004 f150 4.6 triton. when you use compressed air in the cylinder doesn't it just swirl around? would maybe a thin vacuum line work to get all the debris that just swirls around?
+gabriel ethier
Air gets it out. I make sure with camera.
Excellent video Ron. Hope it doesn't happen to me. On my '98 F150 w/5.4l Triton (121K miles) I just replaced all 8 coils & plugs. The plugs had been replaced at 60K, 6 of 8 coils replaced over the years so I did the job myself this time. Unbelievable. I'm still licking my wounds! Cuts, abrasions, skinned knees, elbows, torn finger nails, etc. I found 3 plugs that were loose. Do you think the plugs get loose before blowing out and pulling out the threads? Any way, great video, wish you were closer to me.
+JC HD yes sir that's exactly why they tend to blow out because they come loose. It's not difficult for him to come loose and only got four or five threads holding them in in the first place
What year 4.6 engines will this work on? I have a 2005 f150 and that kit says it only works up to 2003. Im confused. Thanks for any help. Awesome video!
Great video! I used the TimeSert kit on my 99 F150. Other than this issue the 5.4 in my truck was a dependable engine for me. I sold the truck with 260,000 miles and it was still running strong.
Oh I would like to mention ford manifolds are notorious for warping .
I was replacing Napa Spark PLUG RETHEADER KIT(Part #: NOE 6003248) from engine v10, unfortunately addation socket ( is it right) was stayed remainly ,and separately from spark plug . How do I extract it ? what kind of tool ? Thanks
Hi Ron, I just had one blow on my 2000 f250 v10. i think #4. It looks like it had a dorman 42025, I just ordered the cavan 38900 kit. I'm up in alaska. How can i get in touch with you? Jason
+Jason Fouch
My number is on the video. But most every question is answered on the video.
Hi Ron, I have a 1998 v10 e-350. My spark plug hasn't blown out yet. Thank god. But it has 142k and I just bought it about a month ago and want to tune it up. What can I do to prevent it from happening when I change my plugs?
+3o5richierich dont over torque plugs, use anti sieze.
Great video, but will this work on a 2002 ford triton with the romeo heads.They have the extra step of aluminum in them. which supposedly places your spark plug at a different height. I'm very curious if you have done this with this kit and how well it worked for you.
What did you use to guide it. Or did you do it freehand
Hey how are you. Does this same number of part of the kit work on a 2003 mustang Mach 1 32 valves????
No it does not.
Ron Williams thanks for replying quick. Im currently having a similar issue with my mach 1. I’m trying to get a kit as well for my car. I can’t seem to find one. I like your videos man!
Contact Dennis at wiseautotools.com if anyone can help you its him.
Thank you for video
So the insert i had guy install, he didnt do it right and it blew out and the mechanic did the hole a little bigger now so im not sure what to do cuz the insert with spark plug doesnt seal 100%
Any ideas
JB weld
I'm having alot of problems threading number 4 spark plug on f250 seams like it doesn't want to go to the second part on tap
+Shane Petrowski there is no second part on a cal van tap. Are you trying to install the inserts i say not to use?
My 1999 Toyota Tercel has gone 278,000 kilometers, never 'blew' a plug or replaced a coil pack. What's the estimate to have a pro do this repair of a Ford fuck up? And GM's ignition switch is over $600 here. This is pathetic, I'm glad I never bought American shit autos. No wonder sales are falling, Chrysler has lost almost 8%.
If the e-clip stops the reamer 1/8” from passing through, just slide a spacer over reamer, and stop against the pin with its length 1/8” short of where the e-clip was. this will eliminate the undesirable ridge and still not cut into cylinder as if you used pin as a stop. IMO
Hope I haven’t confused this idea.
Nice job, not everyone can afford to take their vehicles in to have them fixed. Ford does have some problems from time to time, but with proper care and maintenance they have been the longest lasting vehicles I have owned. Other problems, stuck plugs, plungers on 02 to 06 trannys needing brass plunger seal kits, and mid 2000 plus throttle bodies needing the updated tp sensors or replacement and also along with a new egr valves does wonders. Some of their new tech is nice, but sometimes they can create more problems than they are worth. American vehicle sales have been down 70 over the years and that is very sad. I prefer the simple and reliable motors over a lot of the newer designs.
Can you please tell me which kit I need for 99 f150 triton 4x4 according to vin it is a 16 valve
4.6, 5.4, or 6.8 engine
Hi Ron
i have a question for you. Have you ever put an insert in after it previously had a dorman self tapping insert in it. This is the kit with the smaller sparkplug in it. I was wondering if the dorman kit actually enlarges the plug hole to the point where you can't use the calvan insert anymore. Your thoughts and experience on this would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks Dan
yes i have installed the calvan insert after a Dorman insert was used.
Thanks for your reply. And thanks for helping many people with this problem.
Buy a Chevy that will never happen
I have a 98 triton 4.6l and it has the waste spark set up with 2 coil packs and plug wires. Would this kit work on this motor as well?
Did they ever fix this problem?
+Charles Chapman great question. The answer is yes. With the introduction of the 3 valve VVT engine in 2007. However the newer engine has a large number of problems that are at a whole new level. Videos to come
Ron I really need you opinion on this. I recently got a 00 excursion v10 with the 4.30 from the factory and 122k miles for 4k. It's runs great pulls my rv with no problems. It has 2inch lift, rear tow air bags and I average about 12.5 mpg. I have a 86 year old friend who's willing to sell me his 01 limited edition excursion 7.3 for $4.5k but it does need about $3k worth of work. He's the only owner, has religiously serviced it at his local Ford shop, has all the service records, never abused it, and recently installed new glow plugs, injectors, and all four new tires. Should I pull the trigger and buy his or keep my v10? Thanks ahead of time.
I would personally take a good running 7.3 powerstroke over the V10 any day especially for Towing
Hello Ron does this kit work on a 2004 Lincoln Navigator? What kind valve is the navigator 2 or 3 if you can please shed some light on my questions Thanks.
Moor AA222141 Yes, it does. in 2004 you should have a 2 valve trition. sorry for late reply. could not respond by cell phone.
Hi I have a 2000 E350 Super Duty 6.8, V-10. I want to put all new inserts but the space is tight after removing the dog house. Any suggestions or special tools?
+Randall McCreary nope, no suggestions. Just get-r-done! Vans suck to do, i always end up with busted knuckles after doing inserts on a van.
Great video, but I've also seen a tip, slap some grease on the drill bit in the wide channels and on the tap to catch the shavings, it will hold most of them and pull them out for less cleanup with air. You will have to use some brake clean after to clean out the grease before threading the insert in.
Jeff Sims Yes that works well, however the final stage of this process requires you to use JB weld on the threads of insert before install. Its very difficult to clean the newly cut threads and therefore I want the threads very clean so seal is perfect. besides blow gun gets all debris out. I use bore scope to make sure. Thanks.
Are the threads all their on a 3 valve head?
Yes. All the 3 valve heads I have seen are complete.
Do you like Calvan kits over TimeSert kits? I like Calvan Tools prices much more lol.
Calvan gives you them Stainless Steel inserts And their thick walled. Never had one come back out yet...
will this work on a 2003 Mercury grand marquis gs 4.6 liter? bank 3 just blew. thank you.
Ng+Anthony Lopez as long as it is a single overhead cam engine, yes
+Ron Williams just finished it today!! so far so good!! Thank you for posting this and best wishes.
Anthony Lopez damn I thought they fixed the issue in 03, I have a 04 I hope I never have one blow!
Bajaheat I hope not either. It was not as bad as I thought. Calvan Tool is the best. So far no problems.
Bajaheat They never fixed this problem. they tried to in late 2007 with the introduction of the 3 valve. Now not only do they not blow out they wont come out at all when you want them to. LOL
Why didn't you use grease on the drill flutes to catch the chips?
+kevykev38 that question has been answered many times watch the last video I Shot that's 46 minutes it's called revised video on Calvin insert it explains why I don't use it
I put an insert into my 2002 5.4 triton about 2 years ago. It recently broke loose again. It did not come completely out. However, it is loose enough to break the coil. I can spin the spark plug but it is broken and stuck. Even with a long needle nose pliers, I cannot pull out the plug. Do you have any suggestions? ALSO, even if I do get the spark plug out, will I be able to do another insert or am I screwed and need a whole new head? I am thinking I will need a new head anyway as the hole will be too big to install another insert. Any advice would be appreciated!!
+Luke Aaron Huseby Great video by the way!!
I have kind of same issue
Hole is too big. I got it to mechanic and he said they can make a bigger insert at machine shop
Not sure if its possible
Great vid Ron....can you or anyone tell me approx. how much a mechanic charges to do this.. I have an01 Excursion V10. I have limited tools and don't think I want to attempt to tackle that one......Thanks
+gbrown4x4 i usually charge $285 complete with coil
thanks
I have a 2001 XLT f150 5.4 2V and I can only find a insert kit for the 3 valve engine. what is the difference between the 3 valve and 2 valve spark plug threads and does the years differ!
+JoeT001 the kits are different, the 2 valve kit is sold at wise tools.com about $250.00. Ebay also has them. The redesigned spark plug for the 3 valve engine is longer reach threads.
Hope this helps? Ron.
+JoeT001 the kits are different, the 2 valve kit is sold at wise tools.com about $250.00. Ebay also has them. The redesigned spark plug for the 3 valve engine is longer reach threads.
Hope this helps? Ron.
+Ron Williams thank you,.. came close to buying the wrong one,.. thanks again,..
Now you see why Ford Stock is at $4.00.
Dont think the engineering screw up is only Ford. GM and others have stupid stuff also. After the 90s everything is crap.
Hi Ron
I have a 2000 Lincoln Navigator 5.4L.. With a double overhead cam in it. It's has 32 Valve stamped on the ignition coils cover plate. So I'm confused.on which Repair Kit I need. Can you tell me do I need the 2 Valve or the 3 Valve Kit? Thanks for your demo video by the way...
+Johnny Seals not sure, I have not seen the DOHC engine blow one yet.
What can we say " it's a FORD !
after you rethread it just start the engine any metal filing will be blowing out the spark plug holes.
Not a good idea! Although backyard mechanics will tell you to do this, the truth is the shavings are often big and can be spiral in shape and are soft aluminum. there is always a possibility of the shavings getting stuck in valve seat and hold the valve open when engine starts causing damage. Also the shavings will also travel back into intake manifold causing other cylinders to get debris in them. And the last possibility is the shavings getting into the catalytic converter. Its best to stick with the instructions on this one. blow the cylinder out with compressed air. It will yield a 99% effective clean.
john cook not a good idea. Chips can get hung up around the valves and poston
were can I find the kit?
+Gixxer 1 best place i use is wisetools.com
+Ron Williams o ok there's so many brands out there I think Ford even has their own oem adapter but I'm goin with this kit thanks man this helped out a lot thanks
do you ever use cutting oil to drill or tap easier
no. i dont use cutting oil. i have done hundreds of these and never had any problems. the reason i dont use oils or grease on tap or drill is that its to hard to clean new threads so the loctite or jb weld will stick. i have stopped using the jb weld because sometimes the inserts will come out with the spark plug next time it is removed. it does not harm the threads but its been an inconvenience to say the least. so i now use 271 red thread locker to keep the inserts in.
thanks for the question.
One more question I do not have an Air impact is there enough room to use a regular drill.
Robert Tice usually not. Front ones on drivers side may possibly get to with drill
I find that the best way to prevent this is to before it happens change the logo on the grill to Chevrolet or Dodge..
Haha.. You buy Dodge parts in the Walmart Tupperware department. GM parts are made In China. I just bought some Genuine GM parts. The package says, Made In China. I can buy Dorman and get made in China.
Im surprised no one had picked on me for saying 6.8L V-8! I was working on a V10 but had verbal malfunction. After 30 years doing this you think I would get that one right.
+Ron Williams I caught the flub immediately! But you know I think you should use thread cutting oil because it will produce non-chipped threads. Anyone else viewing, DO NOT use regular motor oil, it will not produce satisfactory results.
Folks please take time to reads this Post!
I reference taking the c-clip off the drill bit index. If you are beginner please leave it on so you don't send the tap to far into the head. I have done lots of these and that is my way of doing them.
If you send tap to far into head it can pass through into cylinder and very hard to get back out.