spearwarrior
Observer
I'm in need of good quality 3/4" drill bit. I've broken 2 from home depot and only have 1 complete hole and the starting of the 2nd one. 
Honduras Bound
- Thread starter spearwarrior
- Start date
I'm in need of good quality 3/4" drill bit. I've broken 2 from home depot and only have 1 complete hole and the starting of the 2nd one. 
spearwarrior
Observer
I stepped up according to video from 1/2 to 3/4. Going to check home depot tool rental during lunch
Adventure Copan
Adventurer
I like to use an actual step bit and lots of drill bit oil so not to dull out the bit. 
-Daniel Kent
-Daniel Kent
spearwarrior
Observer
5/8 drill bit made world of difference
spearwarrior
Observer
I had the Tri-County Gear go through my diferentials as a precaution and glad that I did. the rear had a bent axle. I gave up the idea of doing my self and dropped the van and and kit to shop last Saturday. I plan on driving to Honduras in a month or two. I've been having issues with the 6.0 not starting when cold and no power if I don't let the engine warm up once started. From what I've read thats issue with the injectors. I've order some hotshot secret for fuel and oil and plan to drive back and forth to vegas in an attempt to fix it. Any one have experience this?
My experience with engines in general, and late model Ford diesels especially (I have a 7.3, 2-6.0s, and 1- 6.4) is problems generally don't fix themselves. If you have an injector issue, you have an injector issue, and it's not likely to go away. The best, most painful thing to do, is bite the bullet and have them fixed. Otherwise they are liable to take a complete dump at a more inconvenient time, and be even more painful in the process. It's my understanding, not related to direct experience since I don't use any, is Ford diesels are not especially fond of any "miracle" additives other than your basic fuel conditioners. Truly, your best bet at this point is to get it to someone that REALLY knows 6.0s (and the dealer isn't always it) and have it diagnosed. I think the 6.0 is a great engine, as long as you take care of it. But if you try to half-******** it, it is an engine that will take a SERIOUS bite out of your wallet when it goes down. Unfortunately, when it goes down due to fuel system related issues, it goes down hard, and expensively.
bknudtsen
Expedition Leader
What's the mileage on your van? Buy a ScanGauge II and spend some time plugging in the codes to monitor the different systems. That info will give you and idea of where to start addressing the problem. The symptoms you are describing could be bad batteries, which in turn are killing the FICM. This may be the easiest repair on a 6.0 PSD. Everything else requires different levels of digging into the top of the engine.
spearwarrior
Observer
I did replace my batteries couple months ago, I'll check the FICM. I've also planned on hooking my laptop to van to check it out and a software that would allow me to monitor the van from my phone via bluetooth[i'll look it up later] I have about 225000.
Whats the expected life of the transmissions? What is the stock suspension parts worth? Should I just leave them at the shop?
spare tank to replace spare:
37x12.5x16.5 h1 military surplus rims & tires waiting on 2 valve assemblies
winch
aluminum front bumper jk fog lights will be converted to glass & hid followed instructions found here: http://www.jk-forum.com/forums/jk-write-ups-39/upgrade-stock-fog-lights-pilot-pl360c-239601/
10 gallon can(purchased prior to finding aft axle fuel tank for $75
New headlights & corner lights. will be converting headlights to HID
These rims are for sale 16x10
Whats the expected life of the transmissions? What is the stock suspension parts worth? Should I just leave them at the shop?
spare tank to replace spare:
37x12.5x16.5 h1 military surplus rims & tires waiting on 2 valve assemblies
winch
aluminum front bumper jk fog lights will be converted to glass & hid followed instructions found here: http://www.jk-forum.com/forums/jk-write-ups-39/upgrade-stock-fog-lights-pilot-pl360c-239601/
10 gallon can(purchased prior to finding aft axle fuel tank for $75
New headlights & corner lights. will be converting headlights to HID
These rims are for sale 16x10
New headlights & corner lights. will be converting headlights to HID
]
what bulbs? are you using projectors? if so please share the goodies this is on my March list of to dos, getting ready for a 8k mile journey in April
spearwarrior
Observer
I purchased the following bulbs on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/JLM-Premium-Conversion-Bixenon-6000K/dp/B0053H3U98
http://www.amazon.com/JLM-Premium-Conversion-Bixenon-6000K/dp/B0053H3U98
spearwarrior
Observer
spearwarrior
Observer
Wanted to thank Chris for his continued excellent customer service and support. I purchased my kit in 2012 and only just put my van in the shop to have it installed. Thanks for answering my questions and installers questions with professionalism.
spearwarrior
Observer
How many that have the ujoint kit replace the e-brake cable? I'd appreciate part numbers or any info on how to do this. I have the sterling rear end.
