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Ford 7.3 Power Stroke ICP Sensor Problems

The injector control pressure (ICP) sensor is on both the 7.3L and 6.0L Powerstroke engines. They use a high pressure oil system as a way to pressurize fuel in the injector body. ICP sensors on the Ford 7.3 diesel engines read the oil pressure in the HPOS. This allows the PCM to increase or decrease…

Best Ford 6.7L PowerStroke Engine Performance Mods
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Best Ford 6.7L PowerStroke Engine Performance Mods

Ford’s turbodiesel 6.7L PowerStroke V8 is already an impressive engine from the factory with new models producing over 1,000 torque. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t still room for improvement! Just a few basic performance upgrades can add over 100whp and 200wtq to the 6.7 Powerstroke. We’re going to cover the best performance upgrades, focusing…

The 5 Most Common Ford 6.7 PowerStroke Diesel Engine Problems
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The 5 Most Common Ford 6.7 PowerStroke Diesel Engine Problems

One of the biggest challenges with the 6.7 Powerstroke is the addition of advanced emissions equipment. It’s one of the reasons that I still prefer a classic pre-emissions diesel for reliability purposes – but they just don’t produce the power that these newer versions do. The 6.7 Powerstroke has a few common problems relating to…

Power Stroke Glow Plug Problem – How to Fix It

Power Stroke Glow Plug Problem – How to Fix It

The Power Stroke Diesel engines rely heavily on the glow plug system. This time of year, when temperatures get low, it can be especially critical that the glow plug system is working properly. In this article, we discuss the important of glow plug operation and how to diagnose and fix Power Stroke glow plug faults….

Ford 6.7 Powerstroke Ultimate Guide
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Ford 6.7 Powerstroke Ultimate Guide

Ford introduced the 6.7 PowerStroke diesel V8 engine for the 2011 model year. In the decade since, it has remained one of the most popular diesel power plants on the market. Displacing 6.7 liters, or 409 cid, Ford’s 6.7 Powerstroke produces outstanding performance, but only average reliability. Ford nicknamed the engine the Scorpion, and it…

6.0 Power Stroke FICM Super Easy Direct Ways to Diagnose
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6.0 Power Stroke FICM Super Easy Direct Ways to Diagnose

Ford 6.0 Power Stroke FICM Diagnostics The 6.0 Power Stroke FICM is often mis-diagnosed and needlessly replaced. Calibration concerns, powertrain component faults and FICM malfunctions may produce similar drivability concerns. NOTE: The most common symptoms of a failed FICM are: NO START or CONSTANT MISFIRE AT ALL ENGINE TEMPERATURES. Symptoms other than these are not…

13 Things About the 7.3 Power Stroke Engine You May Not Have Known
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13 Things About the 7.3 Power Stroke Engine You May Not Have Known

1. Due to its popularity, nearly 2 million 7.3 Power Stoke engines were produced from International’s Indianapolis plant. Powerstroke is the marketing name that Ford came up with for its diesel engine line. The 7.3 powerstroke is actually a Navistar T444E which is made by Navistar International, formerly International Harvester. In addition to Ford Super…

How to Protect Your 7.3 Power Stroke
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How to Protect Your 7.3 Power Stroke

Even very small particles of dust entering your turbo can cause severe damage, not only to the turbo but to the engine iteself. Clean, unrestricted air is vital to the performance of a diesel engine. Nobody understands this better than those who operate their diesel equipment in the harshest environments. U.S. Military, earth moving, and agricultural applications rely…

The Biggest Problems With 6.0 Powerstroke Engines
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The Biggest Problems With 6.0 Powerstroke Engines

Some of the early 6.0 Powerstroke engines experienced problems, and it is speculated to have cost Ford millions of dollars in warranty repairs and buy backs. While these engines can be reliable, you usually have to go through the process of upgrading all of the problematic parts, known as bulletproofing the engine. Bulletproofing requires addressing a…

How to Keep Your Power Stroke Diesel Alive and Healthy
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How to Keep Your Power Stroke Diesel Alive and Healthy

How to Improve Powerstroke Reliability Regular maintenance is important for any vehicle. Negligence will lead to poor performance and a premature end of service life. The Power Stroke diesel engine, if well maintained, can be a particularly reliable and useful engine, it is used in many demanding applications, including ambulances and service trucks and can…

9 Common Problems With 7.3 Powerstroke Diesel Engines, And How You Can Fix Them
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9 Common Problems With 7.3 Powerstroke Diesel Engines, And How You Can Fix Them

The legendary 7.3 Powerstroke Diesel engine, when properly maintained can provide years of trouble free service. However there are several common problems that can develop over time. Generally speaking these can all be resolved relatively easily. Listed below are 9 common problems of the 7.3 Powerstroke engine. We then dive into each of the common…

Ford 6.7 Powerstroke Intake Upgrade Guide
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Ford 6.7 Powerstroke Intake Upgrade Guide

Intake upgrades are a great simple mod to free up power, sounds, and efficiency on the 6.7L Powerstroke engine. In addition to power gains you will also get a 1-2mpg fuel economy improvement alongside improved turbo efficiency. With years of modifying Powerstroke engines under my belt, an intake is always one of the first modifications…