This category is dedicated to the legendary Ford PowerStroke engines including the 7.3, 6.0, 6.4, and 6.7 liter diesels. We also cover some topics on the smaller 3.0 PowerStroke. From our guide on rebuilding the 7.3 PS IPR to bulletproofing the Ford 6.0 PowerStroke we have dozens and dozens of helpful, quality Ford PowerStroke articles.
Purpose:To determine if the Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor and circuit are functioning. Recommended Procedure Connect the OBDII Scan Tool to the data link connector (DLC) under the dash. Access RPM PID on Scan Tool menu and monitor rpm reading while cranking the engine. Scan tool will read rpm if PCM is receiving a CMP signal. Possible…
Purpose:Checking for Intake Exhaust restriction is a a visual inspection to determine if an air intake or exhaust restriction is contributing to a no start or hard start condition. If the engine does start with a high air intake or exhaust restriction, a considerable amount of black/blue smoke is produced. Recommended Procedure: Inspect the air…
Ford’s turbodiesel 6.7L Power Stroke V8 is already an impressive engine from the factory. Early models come in at 400 horsepower and 800 torque following the software update. 6.7 Power Stroke performance only improved throughout the years. 2020 Power Stroke’s now make an insane 1050 torque. However, all these numbers may not be enough for…
6.7L PowerStroke Turbo Diesel Ford’s 6.7 PowerStroke engine is the fourth generation of diesel engines powering Ford trucks. However, the 6.7L V8 is actually the first PowerStroke manufactured by Ford directly. Previous engines were from Navistar International. Currently the 6.7L diesel is on its 3rd generation and offers best in class power and torque. It’s…
“How to get some serious performance gains and not hurt the truck” with Stacey David and a ’02 Ford F-250 7.3 Liter Power Stroke diesel truck. He covers performance enhancements, turbo upgrades, Banks PowerPack, the BigHead Wastegate Actuator, transmission control module and the installation of an exhaust brake too! Products featured in this video ……
How a failed fuel injector seal on a 7.3 Power Stroke diesel engine caused a no start hot, long crank. The dual ICP test were within 1 of a volt at all times. That normal variance between sensors fooled the technician and caused the replacement or warranty out of a pump that was done a…
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….
The 6.7L Power Stroke is the first medium duty diesel designed and built by Ford. During design, Ford engineers codenamed this engine “Scorpion” due to the exhaust manifold and turbo being mounted in the engine’s “valley”. Ford Motor Company has done an amazing job with the 6.7 Liter Power Stroke engine, which has impressive performance,…
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 Cool Facts about Ford’s 7.3 Powerstroke 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…
Protecting your 7.3 Powerstroke 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,…
The VT365, also known as the 6.0 Liter Power Stroke diesel engine was used in 2003-2007 Ford Super Duty trucks and 2003-2010 Ford E-Series vans/chassis cabs, is a 32-valve pushrod V8. Bore is 3.74 in (95 mm) and stroke is 4.13 in (105 mm). Output was 325 hp (242 kW) at 3300 rpm and 560 ft·lbf (759…
