"Bulletproofing" A Ford 5.4L 3v On A Budget

[@americanfreedom6417]

I have made my living as a tech over 30 years. Only say it because I've been there done that. You have good natural skill. Great way to get at it hard working man.

[@josegonsales1509]

Son una gran basura

[@josegonsales1509]

For no sirve

[@niconite]

Jose Gonsales FORD*

[@truckbedslides]

Bro, your awesome, I would need to do this inside.

[@davidseitz3741]

It is important to know if a fastener is to be torqued dry or with a lube. If you did a bolt stretch between dry and wet you would see the difference.

[@keithlol]

Brother, I'm 6 minutes in and this is already the most entertaining mechanic video I have ever seen. You have inspired me to try and find one of these on the cheap as a project vehicle.

[@LynxStarAuto]

I do this for a living and was pleasantly surprised to see the brother using the FoMoCo timing set, with melling pump. 👍🏽

[@jamesstinnett2758]

Ian Ian

[@smeeks247]

The more of these videos I watch the more I love this man’s attitude in life. Hard work, pays off.

[@diego59316]

We need more diligent hands like this in the world today.

[@davechanic1191]

The sad part is there are plenty ... People just won't pay them for the effort

[@PawgSlayer]

Your inspiring my dude, most ppl would say "nah, ill wait til summer to finish the job" your out there in the cold, busting ass and getting it done. Lets get this money man

[@abdul-kabiralegbe5660]

Your username is 😂😂.

[@2010kellum]

I have an 05 Lariat and stumbled across this video, impressed with your skills and bravery to tackle that job. I'm not mechanically inclined and would not try this but it gave me some insight on some of the issues I'm having with my truck (278,000 miles). Keep doing what you're doing bro!

[@billyjoe222]

I have watched this video 3x and I love it. The production, content, and just the guts it takes to tear down your truck and put it together again only bulletproofed! He does his work outdoors in the COLD. He's a man.

[@urbanpeltier1622]

He barely got any sleep either. Its 6 in the morning. And i only got 3 hrs sleep last night, he says.

[@im2yys4u81]

I removed the front wheels and dropped mine down on wooden blocks. Made it so much easier to work on. Great video.

[@ghilliemanreviews]

I got an 04 Lariat. Gets serviced every 3-5k miles. Runs flawlessly. It does the knocking but I’ve been told if you ain’t knocking then you ain’t rocking. 160k on mine so far. I’m the third owner. First was an old man, second was a guy who wanted a work truck but bought a lariat and thought it was too nice. Also came from a small truck so he didn’t like a big trucks gas mileage. I bought it due to us having a child and I was driving a single cab Ford Ranger at the time and needed something for a car seat. I literally love my truck. It’s such a good truck for me and tows everything I put behind it. Goes through mud easy too. I believe these trucks are how you drive them is how they last. If you push it all the time it’s gonna have problems. I typically drive it 20 miles every day 5 days a weekend on weekends it either sits all weekend or is hauling my trailers around and working. Cruise around 50 most of the time in back roads and have all windows down and back one open so ac don’t have to run or stress. I think I got me a good one

[@Roudter]

"I will not let this truck send me to hell."

[@dberg1964]

Dude, You’re a stud. That’s how you beat the system. A little blood sweat and tears and now you got a great truck.

[@paisleyprince5280]

Damn I wouldn't have done this job without a lift never mind working outside in the cold. You're a better man than me.

[@Ericsaidful]

I know this video is old, but I just wanted to say that I can appreciate your work on this. I know there are a lot of KZbinrs out there buying and working on cars, as if it's a difficulty for them with their lifts, garage full of every piece of equipment you could need, and using it as a side project. Yet, here you are staying up late, getting up early, dealing with the cold, climbing in an engine bay with no lifts, access to tools you have on hand which is far less, and likely a smaller budget than those other people. This is also a critique of the euro-car snobs who continuously buy BMW and Mercedes as if their overengineered garbage sitting on their in home car lifts are some gift from God. Anyway, I appreciate the video and insights.

[@williamsuleyman3018]

15 years ago I would love to get stuck into a repair like this,,But no more ,I decided to let the younger guys like you do them,It makes me feel good that their are still people like you around with the tenacity and ability to do these kind of jobs,,Good Man

[@MICLANTECUTLI]

I got a 5.4 3v f150 06. And I plan on keeping it for a long time.Its good to see someone that is out there with the guts to work on their own truck.

[@ianhopkins1984]

Well done sir. Good to see a fellow wrencher, in his driveway, no fancy shops with a hoist to just drop the engine. Makes it satisfying to see this "old school" wrenching. A huge thumbs up from the great white north. Keep it up.👍👍👍👍👍

[@tyetriantafelo730]

Bought my 03 expedition for $350. 213000 miles all original and runs like a dream. Yes it’s a 5.4 3 valve triton. It’s a beautiful truck.

[@5x9bob53]

I can't believe I sat here and watched this when I have my own intake to finish. Good job by the way.

[@glennvallejo7670]

Own a 2006 XLT crew cab and only sold it when the bell housing for trans got a hole and quoted 5 to 6K to repair. Only issue with 5.4 was the spark plugs breaking in half on service. Other than that never left me on side of the road. Miss the truck You have amazing work ethic and mad skills. Love the video

[@joejohnson8656]

Dude you are the man!! A hard working respectable man! With talent and some knowledge, but most of all determined! God bless you!!

[@charredskeleton]

Bless you for taking on a job like that OUTSIDE! There isnt an ounce of quit in you! Major prop to you sir!!

[@michaelcuff5780]

First time seeing one of your videos. I have an 03dodge Cummins dually and i do all my own work too. Not too many guys like us around anymore. Im 59 yrs old so I feel your pain. Good luck.

[@danthebig__z4852]

Just gonna give you some hope in my generation let me tell you that I’m 17 and I work on my truck by myself :) people like you are the people that inspire me to do what I do

[@Silent_Shadow]

Im 30 I am a carpenter, but I do all my own work. Wifes 04 explorer died (she killed it) so I found a great donor. Swapped and back to running perfect. Same with my 2000 f150 5.4 2v. We save thousands in maintenance/repair costs. My pops was a mechanic and I learned from him.

[@TwistedQuestionMark]

@@Silent_Shadow I love my 2004 Explorer but it's like waiting for the devil with that tranny and timing 👿

[@tomteschler8057]

52 here! God is great and i am THANKFULL very thankfull. Rock on brother

[@tomteschler8057]

Nope there ISN'T many of us left!!! Honest best parts job done correctly etc etc...

[@SwiftyLepori]

I've been a mechanic for 13+ years now in both Aviation and Automotive. You have a good handle on the job, one thing I will note is the lubrication of the head bolts. Rule of thumb is to check with the manufacturer about the proper torque method. Lubricating the threads will increase the clamping pressure of the bolt as the lubrication reduces the torque required to turn the bolt under load. So you need to check with the manufacturer if the head bolts are torque to yield. In that case it shouldn't really matter all that much, but the case they are not to be torqued to yield then yes that lubricating them could pose an issue if overtorquing the bolts.

[@thomcasey2005]

Soak the plugs in PB Blaster for a day or so, then they come out easier. Then, use anti-seize when installing new, updated plugs.

[@bozo8894]

then trade that piece of trash in on a real truck

[@simon6namsguy]

I enjoyed the 'focus' and 'purpose' behind this guy's voice and tone - nice work and thanks for the video!

[@scottbivins4051]

Big props to you my friend. You are showing people that if you work hard and use common sense and a few tools to make progress. Love your vids and this is my first one and you are inspiring.

[@tmk5522]

My old girl has 215k bought her from a buddy she always was maintained got new cam fazers, tensioners timing chains right before I got her. Runs great leaks a little, get to that whenever the trans needs to come out. It’s been a great truck but would not want to tear into it that far props man

[@jasonhaynes2990]

Some manufacturers give a dry torque and or oil (or wet) torque, But for future reference u only need enough “lube” for the threads, u gotta be careful loading the hole with oil, it can cause a hydraulic lock at the bottom of the hole when u try to torque the fastener, giving a false torque value

[@jasonhaynes2990]

This is a great video, u are a good Tech, I just bought an ‘04 5.4 lariat first 5.4 So thank you for the tips 👍🏻

[@johnpstarzjr1990]

And crack the block

[@jeffwheelon3303]

Good job. Period. Thank you. I have an '04 5.4 3v.....I just replaced the engine with my mechanic friend. Your video was insightful and actually fun to watch .

[@jesseurteaga9444]

Good luck Robert, you're an inspiration for a lot of people, you're the man!!

[@millej38]

I knew you were gonna make a boo boo going so long without any sleep. I’m so glad you got some rest and finally got that old mule back together.

[@wingatemose1182]

Damn ! I'm impressed ! Love seeing people get very good deals on vehicles then repairing them better than new. Good job my friend.

[@jacobjacques4640]

bought an 06 King ranch, 218,000 km, $2,800. Came with the parts to do the exhaust manifolds, and just needed a new set of driver rockers. Your videos have inspired me fore sure mate.

[@ALurkingCamper]

Awesome job! Everything is harder when it’s cold out especially the motivation part. I’d say this is a dam big win!

[@robertroberts9782]

😂. Us northern folks know this all to well

[@MicMurphy1981]

This is why the Fors trucks dont last long nobody is doing the maintinece the proper way and at the proper time. Thank you for this video brother you did that. God Bless you brother "iam not scared of Ford no more "iam not scared of Ford no mo"!!!!!

[@adaption196]

Watching videos of this content (slowly and correctly fixing things) and with a high quality entertaining host is very calming

These truck are so awesome to drive. I drive a 2005 F150 King Ranch with 20" Dirt A.T. wheels. 110K miles and it's running great (right now)

[@kevinschneider3513]

Nice buy man. I do the same thing. Buy cheap. Fix. Sell or drive. But i love it when your driving down the road in a 30.000 dollar truck for 500 to a 1500 hun investment enjoyed your clip!!!!

[@yank99]

WHEN I WENT TO SCHOL BACK IN THE EIGHTIES WE HAD OUR OWN MACHINE SHOPS AND YOU REMIND ME OF THE ATTITUDE OF THAT GENERATION...EITHER USE THE RIGHT PARTS...OEM...OR FOR THE EXTENDED LIFE...WELL CRAFTED PARTS. JUST WANTED TO THANK YOU FOR THE DETAILED INTELLIGENT AND VERY EDUCATIONAL VIDEO.

[@abbeynormal252]

Even if you had to do a engine swap $1200 is good deal.

[@treynathaniel4075]

90 degrees after torque..Ford sure does love their 90 degrees. How bout an actual torque spec? TF is "30lbs torque,then oh yeah turn it some more"..?? This pos engine is case in point. "Ford guys","Ford Techs", and especially those hacks at the Ford dealerships don't know JACK. I have a 5.4 Triton. You won't find a cleaner more taken care of 135k mile 5.4 3v. Oil change every 3k. Baby this mofo. Put cash in it on a regular/ Guess what? It ticks. Fuckin rocker arm. RU SERIOUS? FUCK FORD. Fuckem right in the...Do I have time to do it myself? Fug no. I'm sorry did you say 1800$ to fix Mr.Dealership man? FML

[@treynathaniel4075]

Btw I've been told to soak lifters/cam parts etc in oil overnight.don't know if you did or not.

[@MasterChief-sl9ro]

@@treynathaniel4075 Only GM uses Hydraulic lifters anymore. As most cars are Overhead cams. No need to soak anything. Just lube and go.

[@treynathaniel4075]

@@MasterChief-sl9ro TF? You special..first of all only gm uses hydr lifters? Er...wrong. The 5,4 has them. Secondly just throwing in a cam is a noob move. Sine its obvious there is no break in lube for the cam OR break in oil for the lifters in play soaking them will help. If you say OHC doesnt need it or a roller doesnt either ill virtually smack you

[@MasterChief-sl9ro]

@@treynathaniel4075 Actually you don;t understand push rod lifters vsd Overhead Cam. As you can soak the Overhead cam lifter for a week. It only works when you pump it. Shim over Bucket has no such issues. Learn to read. Thank You

[@ThadCornett]

I bet everyone that would've put it down wants to buy it now...rock on my friend. Very very well done.

[@SierraOne]

Classic! Risk --> REWARD! Your an American HERO! Great Video Guts to Glory!!!

[@charredskeleton]

Man I Iike videos like this, not a step by step but a follow along for a greater process. Great work, really great!

[@jamesssss621]

Respect dude. You did a great job on the rebuild.

[@itskarl79]

"Gratitude" - I feel you on that! great video and example for others. These trucks and engines get bad rap, because there are some issues to work around. I hear the best results from people that stay with the maintenance and don't ignore phaser ticking. I have heard they like the new M360HV oil pumps too.

[@timdixon9224]

Thank You, Im going to try one myself now. I let one go in 2017 and I loved that truck

[@kwgrinnell]

Like your common sense approach to maintenance. I applaud your "Tenacity".

[@christopherrichards1025]

This kids Tenacity and determination will take him far in life

[@harveyblake8362]

You are the best technician I have ever seen THANKS for sharing

[@corbettknowles9942]

Big common failure point on the 5.4 liter 3 valve Triton engines it's oil passageways being clogged from lack of oil changes or poor maintenance

[@hochhaul]

Yes either clogged oil passageways or cam journal wear that causes excessive pressure loss. Some 3-valves had bad TC tensioner gaskets that allowed oil to leak and cause an oil pressure drop at the cam phasers. The oil pumps had hot idle oil pressure issues for some engines too.

[@s.a.t419]

In other words the passages are still clogged the motor is junk lol have to strip one of these down to the bare block and do it right

[@alexstromberg7696]

@@s.a.t419 that's why the tech said that he has to replace the whole engine.

[@czgunner]

Not very often will we do this repair because of the certainty of other damage.

[@georgeperkins4171]

See car wizard on this subject

[@highwaypatroltrucking8416]

I have a 2010 Ford F150 Platinum and I have recently completed everything that you done to this truck. Thanks for the video...

[@MeetJoeBlack55]

Kudos on tackling a job not very many would attempt in their driveway. I give you five stars on TENACITY …. best of luck … enjoyed your video. (and I did enjoy the "abbreviated" filming style)

[@johnkendall9831]

Glad to see another fellow mechanic doing what I do to make a living...Keep up the good work

[@dirtracingfan8742]

Just a helpful tip for next time unplug your crank sensor and turn the engine over to build oil pressure then reconnect sensor and fire the engine up

[@THE_ROYALS2019]

I never seen a video on KZbin that show so much of the rebuilting.... Thanx. Excellent video !!

[@Moody90524]

Nice work man, you got a lot of heart young man.

[@WST-x8q]

I wasn't aware how much I did not know about my favorite truck. Thanks.

[@salder70]

Nice job man. Looks like an incredible amount of work. God has blessed you with real skills.

[@lonnieblackwell9215]

Great purchase. I bought a 2006 with the 5.4 and it had 178,000 miles on it, but I paid 7,800 dollars for mine. You do very good work. I hope your truck is as good as mine. Good luck.

[@71Asrogers]

"Think I'll just take my truck apart!" Awesome video!!!

[@stevetakacs849]

Like your video. It inspires me to take on my 5.4. I been a mechanic all my life and you really portray what a "shadetree" mechanic goes thru. Good stuff.

[@edm9760]

I would be careful putting too much oil on the bottoms of the head bolts, the oil can get squeezed down at the bottom of the hole and give you a false torque reading. In other words the bolt will not seat all the way down in the hole.

[@kas0016]

Should b using locktite too

[@paisleyprince5280]

@@kas0016 NEVER put locktite on head bolts!

[@thelasthallow]

Fuck no NEVER use locktite on shit like that.

[@sweatlodgegarage8195]

edm not a false torque reading, it will if anything crack the engine block. seen it lots with backyard guys “building” engines.

[@mcdonalbennett6805]

I may would put a touch of antiseize on the head bolts but never motor oil. Causing head bolts to hydraulic and can cause damage. Enjoyed video otherwise great job

[@jlmealer2091]

A tip on the power steering pump! Remove the plastic fender (wheel arch liner), maybe the tire if you're too big around to reach in and around it and lay on your back with a couple extensions on the ratchet. If I recall, it's a 10mm bolt (3 of them). A swivel head socket is nice or at least a swivel socket attachment. Sure, taking the fender liner out is time consuming, but it makes it so much easier. Also, you have much better access to the exhaust bolts through the tire opening with the fender plastic removed. Not that I wake up every morning just to re-do it, but I like to take my family out each holiday season and we pull off the power steering as a team usually just after Christmas. It's a load of fun... With the fender plastic removed.

[@DJ-kx6gr]

Dude you did an awesome job! I'd be terrified to do that to my truck. I just do the basic tune up stuff. You're a great mechanic

[@stevenewsam1993]

Excellent job Sir! I did this job 3 years ago minus pulling cylinder heads and oil pan. Main problem is defective timing chain tensioner (mainly passenger) seals that blow out and bleed off oil pressure to the engine and timing compnents. Replace with improved OEM plastic or better yet cast iron tensioners from earlier triton engines, upgrade to the Melling oil pump and use 5W-30 oil changed religously and you have solved the oiling problems with this engine. 3 years so far and it purrs like sewing machine.

[@goneballistic]

At first this video looked like a workout video, and I hate to workout, so I hated it. Then the shaky camera work and ipotato quality made me think about dislike. But then, you are exactly like me, lol, your project works like mine always do. You wedged in an engine bay with a rats nest a hornet and leaves. this is a great video and I loved watching you go through the process. I wish I lived by you, I'd come over and help you fix your budget cars anytime! Great video, totally subscribing, and thanks for posting this.

[@Anonymous-it5jw]

As an F-150 owner, thank you for a very helpful video. Tip - If you will use a microfiber cloth to clean the front of the camera lens on your phone occasionally, you will be amazed at how much clearer and sharper your videos are. A comment - On lubing the threaded portions of the head bolts, the oil affects the torque reading, and you can over-torque the bolts if the factory/Freedom Racing instructions want you to install those bolts dry.

[@alacard84]

Nice bro. I just bought the same truck. I’m doing everything you are. I feel ya.

[@Destroyer59er]

I just bought a 2003 Ford F-150 xl super cab 5.4l v8 for $800 and i had to redo the wiring and intake manifold but man its paying for its self now. Thanks for the Video

[@Hoodamax]

I seriously admire your work ethic. It will serve you well. Mad skills too. I hope this goes well for you, I'm doing another pair of 6.8 litre v10's this summer. A 2 valve and a 3 valve. Some of the same trouble you saw here. I could offer a few pointers if you'd like, but overall I'd call your work excellent. Good luck.

[@mannyfaces3631]

Hell yea that 5.4 going to run for years to come! Great job my brother

[@exnav1631]

Dude you made that look easy. I know the time is coming for my 07. Thanks bro.

[@TripleEEE309]

I have a 2007.5 to and I'm in the process of doin it now but need help finding the right Tech I live in Peoria, Illinois? 🤔

[@KLR-650]

You are amazing. That is some serious work.

[@epicmoo991]

"spoiler alert, i did not do a compression test because it was a pain in the ass" lmao

[@johnsonbobo2376]

Yeah. Ive still not found a 16mm fitting for my compression tester

[@rainmakr9]

Probably means he broke a spark plug in half and decided fuck it after that.

[@94KDX]

Minnesota truck eh?

[@danielmcguire4963]

@@rainmakr9 you're wrong, and you obviously didn't watch, therefore you have no right to talk.

[@rainmakr9]

@@danielmcguire4963 No, he didn't. However, is that not what happens when you try to remove a 2-piece motorcraft spark plug?

[@tony37068]

Jesus, a lot respect for this guy-taking engine apart in the freezing cold of open air. Damn pay attention to a lot details.

[@rydellnez3650]

Really inspires me to work on my truck now. Good video man.

[@gabrielvicente6027]

Wow, salute for your commitment to get the the engine together at the expense of no sleep. Glad i watched your vlog, because i might own an F150 truck one day. Take a good rest after you have your truck bulletproofed. Take care and stay safe.

[@anthonyorr2487]

My local dealership told me to replace the engine on my 5.4, turned out I just did timing and phazers. Been great since.

[@johnmckinley1745]

Sounds great to be able to solve your own problem I've had my 2007 Ford F150 5.4 into shops keep getting a misfire on cylinder 3 no one can find the problem spark plugs replaced coil we still can't find the problem

[@stephenschlee4803]

@@johnmckinley1745 I'm having the same problem. No compression but no reason for compression loss.

[@kingdaniel3519]

Anthony- the problem is the oil pump. The phasers and tensioners failing are symptoms of a bad oil pump.

[@kingdaniel3519]

@@stephenschlee4803 If you're losing compression, either you've got a valve stuck or broken, the rings are worn, or the head(s) are leaking. For low cylinder compression, a new engine or rebuild is all that will fix it.

[@stephenschlee4803]

@@kingdaniel3519 nope I've already tore it apart and everything is fine. There is no reason for loss of compression. No blow by, not burning oil, valves are fine, head&gasket are fine. I'm a mechanic and I've been stumped by it as well as 4 other mechanics and 3 Ford dealers. If you fill the cylinder full of atf or oil it doesn't leak out at all.

[@DDescalchuk57]

I have a 5.4 that’s now in its second truck and it’s got 550,000 km on it. Tons of power left it was chipped and bagged hard in the first truck I did regular oil changes using full synthetic 5w20 every 5000 km when I pulled it out I removed all the broken manifold studs only had 3 that broke off. Pulled the timing cover off and to my surprise only one guide needed to be changed and it wasn’t even bad just a slight crack at the one bolt hole. One tensioner just started to leak and that was at 500,000 km. Put it in the next truck and it’s been just as awesome as it was in the first truck

[@BuckoWW2]

Great video man! Love the 5.4 3v. It gets a lot of bad rap but most of the time it’s due to lack of knowledge about them. They have their quirks just like any other motor. But properly cared for they can go 300000 miles plus. Once again great video buddy

[@bb_gunbandit4782]

My 05 with the 5.4 has 450000 miles.

[@MICLANTECUTLI]

@BB_Gun public bandit that's alot of mile just goes to show that with good maintenance oil changes.These trucks last a long time I got a 5.4 3V too I rebuilt the engine and transmission and got like 4,000 miles on it but it's good to see video their very informative. You should make a video just to see what we could all do to reach 400,000 mile bro.

[@AzBlkHawk]

Great video Sir. This same job was done on my 05 F150 last year. And what a difference the way the truck ran after that. Keep up the good work. 👍👍

[@melvino9693]

How did this repair cost you?

[@AzBlkHawk]

I bought everything on Amazon. Cam phasers Water pump Timing chain kit Intake manifold gasket Motorcraft sparkplugs VCT gaskets Timing solenoids The most expensive parts were the cam phasers $240 each, truck has two. These are OEM, you don't want to use aftermarket phasers. Some smaller parts and bolts I got at the Ford dealer, since they were not a big difference than Amazons price. Parts I paid around $1,100. I saved a lot on labor, since my brother did the work.

[@edwardelliott5756]

Wow thanks for the video man. I’ve had many of those work-till-you-drop nights too. Keep making these, please.

[@danielmcguire4963]

I love your attitude, very humble. Keep it up, stay kind, and your videos are awesome.

[@christopherwalker9650]

Awesome video. Kudos and respect on tackling the job yourself.

[@DonkeyFlap]

I'm 20, got a 2007 5.4 v8 without being aware of the problems. Little by little I fixed it up after realizing it was misfiring and had bad suspension AMD brake calipers/rotors. Replaced braking system, suspension and changed the cop's and spark plugs. The spark plugs were definitely still from the factory and after 126000 miles they didn't want to budge but with love blood and sweat anything can be brought back

[@whatsreallygoingon253]

thats a great truck for that price good on you for seeing the diamond in the ruff

[@michaeldelagarza9550]

Holy smokes ! That's a lot of work! I work on my own vehicle's and have the same engine on an expedition. I have been debating for awhile, I'm glad you posted this. Lol now I'm debating even more. If I was picking a Dodge ball team, you would be my first pick!

[@loganbrown5136]

Your doin a great job man watching you do that is giving me the inspiration to do the same to my 03 5.4 2 valve

[@codywood3582]

My 05 5.3 3 valve is scary to drive right now. It has issues but it drives still. But it shakes, its rattles, it accelerates weird it misfires it doesnt go over 2000 rpm unless you push the gas almost all the way down. I know I need to do something or I'll hear a snap and lose power and itll be a write off. So far your video seems like the one I can understand the most. Dont get me wrong I know cars my dads a retired mechanic, I can alignment and wheel work and change fluids but this is gunna be next level. So I'm glad I got a decent guide here, along with all the maintaining documents i got online (timing positions, torque guides ) I feel good about the truck seeing a better day. I'll update at some point if I remember. But yeah thanksn

[@delbirky4163]

I just replaced my manifolds with out removing the heads and wow was it ever a pain.!

[@FEETLE]

definitely salute you on you diligence. I grind out similar on my Ls 400. any passenger that you and I pickup, will never appreciate the people who engineered, put together, and MAINTAINED(you and me) the vehicles that where in.

[@cxjoker9515]

Seen to many of those freedom racing cam phasers come apart almost instantly to trust them.

[@ecidemon5672]

That's from their cheaper kits that don't include the OEM Cam Phasers. Right now the proper kit runs about $1200. They have a cheaper version with some other brand phasers they "say" are upgraded but seen a lot of failures. Go wath FordTechMakuloco.

[@davegriese7909]

most proper video ever... righteous

[@robertgreen7569]

Man, I wish I had your skills so I could work on my 2005 f150. Guess I'll just have to keep gambling on the dealer. I traded a perfectly good Ranger for this 14 year old truck because I don't have $60,000 lying around for a new one. I've already had my first warranty battle with the dealer and anticipate many more in the next 12 months before the warranty runs out. It is my goal to get everything fixed and not pay a dime. That'll teach them to force warranties on people who think like pitbulls. I've studied that piece of paper like a lawyer and every little noise will be scrutinized, located and fixed. When a dealership gets a used vehicle they have an obligation to make it worthy of that certification they stick on the window not caveat emptor. Wish me luck.

[@marqueskates5873]

Robert Green good luck

[@chastblind7606]

Good luck!

[@nightjaws6274]

Robert Green the dealership is almost as bad as independent mechanics.

[@richardsmith6069]

Robert Green yea get yourself a good reliable truck even the older ones. These new trucks are literally over priced. Be careful with those dealers they can be thief’s.

[@donbush6020]

I've got one of these engines, so I know all the details. Question for you: amongst the problems with these engines is the "roller followers" [what Ford calls their valve lifters on this engine] failing? Didn't see you replacing those? Absolutely essential if you're doing a rebuild that you replace those, check out other videos on this engine that will show you the problem and result of them failing. Sorry for the heads-up! Good luck.

[@stevemasterson7776]

You know how I bullet proofed my Toyota? Changed the oil and coated the frame for rust

[@ninevoltmodz4687]

chris coleman their cars are reliable but nothing’s really interesting about them at all.

[@stevemasterson7776]

@@ninevoltmodz4687 I'd put the supra against the mustang any day

[@madskillsgaming4745]

@@stevemasterson7776 would about the new GT dont get me wrong supras are cool but there a boat of a car.

[@timmitzlaff8960]

Man you saved a truck load of money doing the work yourself. I had to have my 99 F-250 7.3 bulletproofed and it cost me over 4 Gs. I’ve heard nothing but bad news about the 5.4. I bought a 2004 F-150 with the new 300 horse 5.4 new, but a year later gas prices went nuts and I sold it. Another quality you have Is patients, to do all that work in the driveway you really are determined. You do good work. Good luck. I’m driving an F-150 now with a 2.7 and love it.

[@edshepherd3256]

My daughter just went through this with her 03 F150 4x4. It was running poorly(missing and jerking) too.Mechanic said it needed a new engine, metal in oil, etc. I do my own auto maintenance, but wasn't able to work on her truck due to a ruptured disc in my back. She traded that hunk-o-junk off. I'm a Ford guy, but these Triton motors are horribly designed. Kudos to you for taking a chance. Good luck. You'll be doing this again in 100,000 miles, if you still have the truck.

[@bolerdweller]

Yes I thought the same thing. It's not bulletproofed he just fixed it until that turd of a motor does it again. Those seals on those cheap and poorly designed tensioners will leak again and drop the oil pressure at the top end and kill everything again without the oilpressure light coming on. Oil presure is read at the bottom end and still reads fine

[@superduty4556]

'03 still had a 2-valve

[@edshepherd3256]

@@superduty4556 You are correct. My mistake, I was thinking of my dad's 03 Super Duty. My daughter's truck was an 05. I have had to repair my dad's 03 Super Duty with the 5.4 because one of the spark plugs blew out of the head. Again, the Triton design is flawed.

[@alb12345672]

@@edshepherd3256 Lexus/toyota has similar DOHC engines and you never hear of those parts failing. And some had issues and toyota replaced them ASAP with good parts.

[@semmble2k7]

@@alb12345672 the toyota UR engines are just better designed then the Ford Triton engines.

[@americanchauvinist1210]

How is the truck now? Hopefully you got updated OEM timing components. I just did a overhaul on my 2007 King Ranch F150 at 193,000 miles. Updated OEM timing, Melling HV340 oil pump, all 24 roller followers updated OEM with smaller squirter holes, VCT solenoids OEM and OEM spark plugs. I had a blown gasket on tensioner but no loose chain. I was lucky and did the job before a chain guid broke off there was a hairline crack in one! I think the key is staying OEM and doing job if it has never been done. I watch fordtechmakuloco on KZbin he’s a genius with the 3valves. That’s awesome you did it yourself! 🇺🇸🤙

[@garyalleccia2793]

Been there done that. Great video. I enjoyed watching someone else doing it for a change. Comparing notes. Well done.