Ecoboost Turbo Replacement that I get to do Again !!!

[@ttip9411]

You can guarantee that a mechanic is extremely competent if he allows an audience to watch him perform a task that he has never done. 👍

[@DS-ss396]

Its called ALLDATA.

[@SpicyRok7482]

He BARELY even spied upon the Turbo before condemning it.

[@norcal715]

I always liked a "new" item that you have never serviced previously. It is a learning experience to add to your history. Keep wrenching Kenny!

[@bearing_aficionado]

I own a 2011 F150 with the Ecoboost engine and while it can be a pain to work on, I still love my engine. It's a really fun truck to drive and will get up and go!

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

I really enjoy driving them! Thanks for watching & keep wrenching 🔧

[@framusburns-hagstromiii808]

It's spelled 'EcoBoost' but it's pronounced 'EKOh- Bust'...just sayin...Enjoy!

[@bearing_aficionado]

@@framusburns-hagstromiii808 blah, blah, blah. Like I haven't heard that before.

[@jadedjay7861]

You want another one? 2011 F150 XLT with 187k It's yours for the low price of $8900

[@greenbus9]

Kenny- I replaced both turbos on my 2014 with 209000 miles- because the exhaust manifold all leak badly. Check your job, they leak at the rear, BD Diesel makes a superior replacement. The oil line MUST be removed and the screen at the other end MUST be cleaned or replaced- they clog and that leads to turbo failure. I replaced all the coolant and oil lines and all fittings. I also ditched that restricted exhaust flange for a bigger one, a few places sell them. The 3 bolts holding the turbo to the manifold should be replaced as they are an interference fit into the flange. I watched many hours of KZbin and tackled mine took 2 weeks but it works perfectly. Fordtechmakuloco explains it all very well. Those push fittings, though ........junk. I think yours needs new coolant and oil lines. You do NOT want to do this again.... Good Luck Kenny!!

[@kurtvogler8417]

Those coolant lines on the back of the turbos are a bear

[@jimmieb1970]

If you don't change / clean that $25.00 screen filter then you just wasted $1,000 because the turbo will not get enough oil.

[@greenbus9]

EXACTLY! Fortunately mine were clean. Change yer oil @3000 miles, or else,,,,,,,@@jimmieb1970

[@LA_Commander]

That's a very good point. Makuloco was stressing that very thing when he replaced an Ecoboost turbo.

[@edwardmalfroid946]

I can only imagine that conversation between the order taker at the parts store and the driver, "he only needs the one side, make sure you grab the right one".

[@HawksDiesel]

HA!

[@Vegaswill714]

Wow! Sad to see you have to go through that whole remove/install process again. I guess the good news is that you wont have to deal with the frozen bolts this time. It is interesting to note that these kind of things happen to the pro's, I have had to re-do to many of my do it yourself repairs because of defective parts.

[@jthonn]

It happens to the best of us, don't sweat it, it will get done. I installed a bad engine before, you know that's a drag.

[@michaeld1340]

gotta love these engineers ho get paid big bucks never thinking things all the way thrue I spent almost$1000to fix some oil lines on my turbo ford edge turbo.

[@spelunkerd]

There are very few turbo replacement videos here on youtube. This one was fun to watch.

[@kellismith4329]

Indeed, so glad I don’t have turbos

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Thanks !!

[@on-site4094]

Wife had a 2015 Lincoln mkc. 2.0 litre echo boost only 65 kilometres. 40k miles. Turbo. Was starting. To leak It looked like a pain in the ass to replace I let that baby go to another home . We Looked @ the 2023 rx. 350 it’s 4 cyl. Turbo She didn’t like the way it drove. It’s noisy. Auto start on off crap. I said get the 2022 is that last year they make the v6. Naturally aspirated

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Smart decision! Thank for watching & keep wrenching 🔧

[@AT-wl9yq]

@@on-site4094 If you're doing the work yourself, its not a difficult job. The exhaust is on the back side of the engine, and there's a big crossmember that needs to come down. Once you do that, you'll have plenty of room to get the turbo out. It looks worse than it is. If you get the workshop manual for your vehicle, it will give you step by step instructions for every nut and bolt on the job.

[@willemstreutgers1154]

Kenny at first seeing this : must be a clogged oil returnline Always replace the return line (don't clean it, it contains burned oil) The returnflow keeps the oil level at the bearings at a specific level, so with a clogged return the oil level rises obove the wanted level and a leak occurs.

[@gto3370]

Love the longer video's Kenny.I like the extra info.

[@terf7020]

Kenny, Thank you very much for taking the time to record and post these types of videos. This is exactly what the "backyard" wrench turners like myself are looking for when we come to KZbin!

[@bobby9195]

Good morning Mr Kenny, glad to hear from you and hope you have a great day.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Thanks, you too Bobby! Keep wrenching 🔧

[@jdesaavedra0432]

I've always used 3M weatherstrip adhesive which is essentially contact cement in a squeeze tube.

[@donw22]

The whole time I’m watching you fight with those mounting bolts I’m yelling at the monitor “ there’s a large rubber grommet in the footwell!” Pull it, and it gives you direct access to those bolts from inside the cab. I’ve done this job myself. Didn’t have problems with the turbo it was my leaking exhaust manifold that I replaced with a BD diesel.

[@bobby9195]

Mr Kenny 😅 even the name Eco boost, scares me 😊. Seems like the turbo would wear out the engine faster, but what can I say, I'm old school 😂

[@donames6941]

Long or short, it's better than what's on tv

[@jhlg250r3]

Just found your channel! Love your videos!

[@stephenmeeks684]

The clock on the wall is hilarious.

[@bryanalbright3019]

How old are you. I'm 62 in November. My body can't even hardly fill a wrench. I'm out of the garage next February 1st. S.S. here I come .😮

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Congratulation's, that's great! I'm 57 Thanks for watching & you will keep wrenching. It's in our blood.

[@michaelmartin2276]

Replacement of both would be best but not buying a vehicle with a turbo engine is better ! Most owners do not maintain them very well. At least in my 45 + years as a mechanic. 2nd owners are the ones who foot this bill.

[@PGXPPR]

You are spot on most people that buy new do minimal maintenance and then unload them before they have to foot a repair bill leaving the new owner holding the bag.

[@guywilliam6065]

Back in 2015 I bought a brand new F150 with 3.5 twin turbo and my buddy bought a brand new GMC Sierra 1500 with the 5.3 DOD (Displacement on demand). Nine years later, similar mileage (~190,000 km), lots of towing including RV's, boats, utility trailers. The GMC is in the shop for lifter failure/cam replacement. Apparently its a common failure on these engines. So far the twin turbos are still humming along. When they do wear out, and they will, it's far less expensive than engine repair. Not to mention, she has plenty of kick, very fun to drive.

[@gazza101]

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@Toolaholic7]

The torx fastners,I have the Grip Edge set and well worth every penny.Fit in better with a tighter fit than a regular torx bit socket

[@oldbiker9739]

e have enough problem's with naturally aspirated engines never mind turbo engines , thanks Kenny

[@TheArchiecat]

what a job, a big pain

[@Cully-Wully]

Never heard so many people say no go on the turbo. 1st time viewer of this channel and I like it. I’m a back alley tech and a good friend has a 16 expo. Xlt and I have a feeling I’ll be doing one if not both sides. He’s at 267K id say he’s about due. Thanks for the insight and definitely have a new sub.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

@Cully-Wully turbos aren't bad. At 267, it's more than time. You've got this. Thanks for the sub. Let us know how the project goes. Keep wrenching 🔧 Kenny

[@francodeiuliis1562]

Well that sucks but on the bright side you caught it Cheers from Nova Scotia

[@GunzNGearz]

Kenny I shared you on my channel. Hope you don't mind. I have watched you ever since you found the bee hive or wasp nest in the intake on a ranger lol

[@dennissmith8199]

A couple of years ago I was looking for a replacement for my '06 F150 with a 4.6L, and all I could find were trucks with the Eco-Boost engines. I have a couple of friends that have them, and they have both had turbo problems, so I gave up and kept the old truck. Salesmen really pressured me to go with one, but I wasn't convinced. Simple is better. Admittedly they put out a lot of power and get bett Good video Kenny.er fuel mileage, but over the long run, if you have any problems with them, the costs outweigh the savings, IMHO. Good video Kenny, looks like it was a real bear to change. Bummer on having a leak and having to do it all over again. 😦

[@LA_Commander]

Take good care of that 4.6L V8, it is a rock solid engine. You should be able to get half a million miles out of it maybe more.

[@AT-wl9yq]

The F250 with the gas engine is a more sensible option. 6 speed trans, no vvt, normal fuel injection system, no push button start, etc.. It has some newer tech on it but its not a rolling computer network like an F150. Its a lot cheaper too. I haven't seen one for a while because I work at a Lincoln only dealership, but sometime within the last 2 years, the window sticker was under 40k. Everyone overlooks that particular truck.

[@MarianA-vu8tb]

Quick tip to force camera to focus on small things: put palm of your hand right behind the small thing u want camera to focus on ... Learned it from other youtubers ... Or if u cannot put palm behind the object because filming with one hand etc try to put the small object against a bigger object a table etc

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Thanks for your tip! In my spare time 😂😂😂 I want to learn how to use a GoPro. I appreciate your help. Keep wrenching 🔧

[@mdmcolt]

Enjoyed the video 👍👍

[@roger5638]

I can feel the frustration !

[@CajunShrek]

I know a lot of times it's highly subjective on mileage because things can break at any time but I always heard that the turbos are quite a common thing on those engine models at least having to change it at least once during the engine's life but the newer ones I think around 17 and up our less prone to that turbo failure

[@ateamfan42]

@41:55 I believe "bottoming tap" is what you refer to here. You can improvise one (particularly just for thread cleanup) by filing a couple of slots lengthwise in a bolt. A plug tap can be converted into a bottoming tap by cutting the tapered end off, but this has to be done with care and a lot of cooling so the heat of cutting doesn't anneal the tap and make it soft. Those tap sockets are AWESOME for getting into tight spots that can't fit a traditional tap wrench.

[@TheRaystevenson]

Good job Kenny. But did you replace the turbo filter screen?

[@robertpulliam9973]

I noticed when you took the drain line loose you did what I always did when I was wrenching as a machine repairman at GM for 30 years, you took the most difficult bolt out first, always thought if I get the hard part done the easy one is a piece of cake. Lol

[@Alex-d8p3i]

I go to youtube everyday at work. Sometimes faster and more helpful than all-data 😂

[@ericjudd3137]

I love my job so much I'll do it again 😅😅😅 you know who always says that I think

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Right?! I'm so mad at myself. Thanks for watching & keep wrenching!

[@ericjudd3137]

Rainman Ray don't know if you know

[@ericjudd3137]

Who he is

[@stevenmiller2837]

I really enjoy your videos, thanks for making them! It's good to get an experienced mechanics view.

[@larrymitchell8464]

Good video . I use to own an car with a turbo will never own another one . I bought an f150 they tried to sell me one with a turbo and I said if they couldn’t get me a 5. O no deal they found me one and I love it .

[@minibikemadman]

I just bought a 2013 f150 3.5 ecoboost..1 owner and the motor is mint..guy maintained it real good. Atleast the turbo placement isn't like a audi etc and replacements are pretty easy. Full race makes inconel studs and bolts for the turbo to manifold side.

[@danielflinn3571]

Thanks from Australia

[@BrianKeithPREPPER]

Great video! Enjoy all the videos you make! 😎👍

[@peterbenson3776]

Its because when you have one of those clips go flying you say “oh jesus”

[@ChicagoDoItYourself]

No it’s Jesus Christ I wish I had one !!

[@peterbenson3776]

I had a leaking coolant line in my 2015 . I bought it at 38K miles the dealer fixed it.

[@BreakerBreaker1320]

There’s a service bulletin to replace the screens on the oil supply.

[@tsilver427]

The Turbo bolt is not a typical round bolt. It is 3 sided to be a self retaining.

[@mr.m.g.t.]

That was an excellent video! I think I have to do mine on the right side.

[@renj6531]

58:47 I see ford built in what looks to me like one of those Tornado fuel savers

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Yes! I noticed that & laughed. Good eye. Thanks for watching 🔧

[@brucemadden1626]

Although many prefer a "longer" video, I, being a mechanic(45+ years), prefer the shorter ones you used to make, as the removing & tightening of parts is trivial UNLESS there is some unusual item that sets it apart from the mundane.

[@toddp3314]

I prefer the short videos. I don't need to see every single little detail. After a bit I loose interest.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Unfortunately I had to modify a tool which took more time. Several viewers requested to make a turbo video. Some of them are backyard mechanics & wanted to see the entire job. You are definitely not one of them. Thanks for your patience & continued support. Keep wrenching!

[@toddp3314]

@@WrenchingWithKenny I am not disappointed with any of your videos. Please do not take my comment the wrong way. I have been a subscriber from way back and I enjoy watching. I even tried to get in touch with you about a question that I had.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Thanks for your reply. I'm just trying to do what I can to help the people that need the help. Did you post your question on FB? KZbin is hard for me to do a follow-up on. Holler on FB if you need me. I hope you're well & again thanks for watching 🔧

[@toddp3314]

@@WrenchingWithKenny thank you sir!

[@kurtwelday8465]

I like the long videos. More wrenching please.

[@danr3021]

Try this on a 4wd in the salt belt...that 2wd has so much more access!!

[@Liberatus]

The leaves etc are part of the “engineered to fail” concept?

[@1955snipes]

Is there a reason that anticize was not used on the flange bolts were the turbo bolted to the engine. I saw were you were having difficulty getting the bolts out and would think having anticize on them would be easier to remove them next time. Good job at removing and replacing the turbo. First time I have seen this on you tube.

[@JasonLingerfelt]

I drill the fender well cover plastic bolts out much easier than fighting to rip them out.

[@JasonLingerfelt]

Only the stripped plastic fender well bolts I drill out and reuse the good ones.

[@tm3471]

My 2013 F150 FX4 vacuum pump was leaking oil onto the manifold that gave oil burning smell in the cab when heater was on

[@marlinyoung1606]

That’s funny the one turbo I did on one of those a few years ago had the same leak when I installed it. I was able to get the plug out and regasket it and finally got it tight to stop leaking. One of the worst jobs ever

[@brainey9883]

What I would've gave to have had a lift when I did mine. It is a lot harder laying on your back in the driveway.

[@FreedomInc]

Thanks for the content. I dont hsbe nor want sn ecoboost. This will be extremely helpful to alot of people though. Poor souls.

[@Donald-d9p]

Calm down wild man with the stool

[@stephenmeeks684]

It would be too thoughtful and convenient for car makers to put anti-seize on bolts at the factory which they may assume might need to be removed for service.

[@mdubz101]

I get the faster spool of 2 small turbos, but why not go with one larger turbo now that these have 10 speeds? I’d think the gearing could negate the lag..? Twins just seem like more headache 🤕

[@LGoldsmith-p5m]

Kenny, are you aware that a oil filter for the Ford turbo exists at Rock parts list? The last and only turbo I ever had was a black Saab 900 turbo with those wild aztec wheels..too bad it did perform as cool as it looked.

[@AT-wl9yq]

Not all turbo Fords have them.

[@JBrister8301]

Per @FlyingWrenches, step 1: Remove cab. I'm not joking, unfortunately. It makes the job way easier.

[@Liberatus]

Did you fix the leak in the end?

[@michaeld1340]

no hose clamp wrench that size?

[@mikefreitas6637]

Does ford make you pressure test the intercooler

[@WillieConner-o1r]

Northwestern, Manitoba 50 years heavy duty Mechanic

[@glennfields8121]

Repair-Pal estimates for this one only left side turbocharger is $1500 to $2000 dollars. I'll continue with my V6 non turbo 2015 Toyota Tacoma thank you very much!! By the way, all of that brittle plastic and degradable rubber exposed to all of that engine heat is a potential vacuum leak just waiting to occur.

[@pingpong9656]

This turbo is still not too bad compared to my Mazda CX7 Turbo which hides deep between firewall and back of engine... it's so hard to access, that pulling the engine is almost worth it!

[@AT-wl9yq]

The turbo's on a cx7 are very easy to replace. It comes out from the bottom. You don't get if from under the hood. It can easily be done in under 2 hours.

[@pingpong9656]

@@AT-wl9yq I have the AWD version - I guess removing the transfer case would give access from the bottom... not sure how easy it would be to remove transfer case from bottom though...

[@DestroyerFather]

Amazing Video Sir. 👍👍👍❤🙏

[@bobclark5479]

I never us a tap or die to chase threads I have a rethread set for that. I've found that using a tap or die is a little different.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

I wish they worked for me. I have had the worst luck with rethread sets. Thanks for watching & keep wrenching 🔧

[@nicklaslarsson3072]

Snyggt jobbat...👍 Jag gillar verkligen dina längre videos, fortsätt så 😁 Till skillnad från många andra så gillar jag "turbodrivna", har en Saab själv mycket fina bilar enligt mig själv som Svensk 😅

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Jag uppskattar dina vänliga ord. En svensk medborgare sa till mig att jag inte säger Saab rätt 😂 Tack för att du tittade och fortsätt tjata 🔧

[@MidwestF150]

Have you ever done a turbo replacement on a 2021+ F-150 3.5L?

[@bryanalbright3019]

Teflond tape

[@roger5638]

Induction heater

[@billseay6399]

Hey kenny what's that small impact gun you are using

[@Michael-yi4mc]

Wouldn’t it be easier to work on the turbo with the engine removed from the chassis?

[@THEDRAGONBOOSTER8]

Hi Kenny ,just a random question .Do you and other car mechanics leave your power tools on the chargers in the shop over night ,I mean is it safe ? I don't only because I'm not sure .All the best from Australia..

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Hi to Australia! I don't know if it's safe or not, but I wouldn't chance it either. A local shop burned to the ground & they investigator said it was from a plugged in device. Thanks for watching & keep wrenching 🔧

[@THEDRAGONBOOSTER8]

@@WrenchingWithKenny Thanks for your reply. All the best..

[@lancemartin1153]

Definitely an Eco Boost with oil everywhere. Mine has 211k miles and driver side turbo is leaking coolant on the ground. Going to be expensive

[@rustystubbs242]

What’s flat rate on that job? 1.7 hours?

[@donwendling7800]

Did you ever clean out all the debris inside that fender & clear out that drain hole in the door while you had it open?

[@Rob-b8e]

How much does it cost to replace both turbos with parts included? Don't want to get taken advantage of. Thanks.

[@leonardormsby6311]

Have you ever used the heat up units?

[@louiscongionti3591]

HEY KENNY JUST SAW THIS VIDEO AND IF YOU LIFT THE CAB YOU WILL HAVE BETTER ACCESS. LOUIE FROM MEADOWLAND

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

LOUIE! I'm not gonna do it but thanks for your tech tip! I appreciate your comment. Keep wrenching 🔧

[@keepgrinding2797]

Just subscribe. So where was it leaking after all?

[@roger5638]

Hey Kenny, did the warranty cover it ?

[@benjaminwilliams3568]

Did you prelube the new turbo at all in the replacement process? You did not mention if you did or didn't prelube the new turbo?

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Nope. I didn't bother. Thanks for your comment and for watching the channel. Keep wrenching 🔧

[@glennfields8121]

Hey brother Kenny, before I forget I have paused the video to be sure that I ask you how do you get that debris from out of the front fender and better yet how can you keep it from showing up there in the first place. As to the "Jesus" clip holder-remover, I have no problem with that as even the best Christian would likely call out the name if they lost it.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Glenn! It's Mrs Wrenching. I can't answer your question but it is wonderful to hear from you. I hope you are well 😃

[@jamesbrady2156]

You have convinced me that a turbo job is beyond my skills. I do not have your patience , tools OR skills.

[@bubbadescartes2826]

The tool is a Captive Spring Hook. FYI.

[@juicejrc7846]

How long does it take to replace

[@SpicyRok7482]

Valve Cover...ultimately. But first I tried resealing the vacuum pump.

[@davidcraven277]

Those mounting bolts may be interference fit and one time use

[@bobhartman2571]

It seems better to just use screws to hold the inner cover thin clips.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

It's about money & tolerances. The clips are more forgiving. Thanks for watching & keep wrenching 🔧

[@juliusglorieux8338]

Do you have to charge the turbo with oil before the first start?

[@greenbus9]

It would be nice, but the inlet faces straight down..........so I just floored the gas pedal and cranked the engine a while before it fired.

[@CajunShrek]

Baby start mentioning the mileage of the real connection starting to work on so people can kind of get an idea of who follows closely I want to expect on a certain models

[@donames6941]

The other side won't be long in this world. Maybe they can save up to have it replaced

[@tm3471]

How much did you charge for that?

[@Taillighttim26]

Not your fault the brand new turbo is leaking just because it's new doesn't mean it's good