Ecoengineers 2013 FX4 build
04-19-2016, 08:58 PM
#251
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04-24-2016, 01:46 PM
#253
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The raptor rims and tires are going up for sale. Haven't posted them in the for sale section yet but will be there by the end of today. Asking 1200 for the set and 2 extra tires with 3/4 tread. These have tire pressure sensors in them as well. Also posted for sale locally.
04-26-2016, 11:24 PM
#254
I was supposed to get the one that goes into the airbox but I got the one with the T fitting. It still works so I wasn't too concerned. What I did was rotate the can as far to the driver side as possible then get the hoses to lay on top of each other vertically. Mine still touches the grille bracket when it closes but not enough to be a concern of mine. Those are really good hoses so you shouldn't have a problem with them rubbing and wearing through. Hope this helps.
I think I'm gonna grab one this week. Wasn't too excited about spending $370, but, they get great reviews. Thanks for all the info. You're build thread has been very helpful, and a great read. Well done.. Thank you
04-27-2016, 12:53 AM
#255
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How are you liking your catch can so far? How often are you emptying it?
I think I'm gonna grab one this week. Wasn't too excited about spending $370, but, they get great reviews. Thanks for all the info. You're build thread has been very helpful, and a great read. Well done.. Thank you
I think I'm gonna grab one this week. Wasn't too excited about spending $370, but, they get great reviews. Thanks for all the info. You're build thread has been very helpful, and a great read. Well done.. Thank you
04-29-2016, 10:52 PM
#256
Thanks! To be honest I took it off....for 2 reasons. 1st the dealership will not touch my truck if that is on it. I had an issue with smelling gas in the oil even with that on it so before they did the tsb I had to take it off. 2nd was because of winter. A buddy of mine had his blow the o ring off the oil cap because the lines froze with water and it pressurized the valve covers. Do they work.....yes. Will I ever run it again, probably not for those exact reasons. If you're in a warm climate and the dealership could care less, by all means do it but keep an eye on the fittings going into the can...they can come loose and cause a vacuum leak. Hope this helps!
I love the fact how honest, and willing you are to answer every question that every forum member has asked you, about your build, and theirs. I'm sure I'll have more questions for you, and I hope you won't mind answering.. From your past posts, I think you won't mind at all. Thank you!
04-30-2016, 11:03 AM
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Thank you for being so informative. You have swayed my decision on purchasing (saved me about $370..) the catch can.
I love the fact how honest, and willing you are to answer every question that every forum member has asked you, about your build, and theirs. I'm sure I'll have more questions for you, and I hope you won't mind answering.. From your past posts, I think you won't mind at all. Thank you!
I love the fact how honest, and willing you are to answer every question that every forum member has asked you, about your build, and theirs. I'm sure I'll have more questions for you, and I hope you won't mind answering.. From your past posts, I think you won't mind at all. Thank you!
05-01-2016, 01:25 PM
#258
About 6 to 8 coats of smoked plastidip and 3 to 4 coats of glossifier, it darn near matches the paint
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05-01-2016, 04:12 PM
#259
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It's quite literally as easy as it sounds. Do very light but even coats of smoked plastidip waiting about ten minutes between each coat. Spray it 6 to 10 inches away and repeat for 6 to 8 coats or until you think it matches pretty well. I taped off the camera and tucked painters tape under the emblem to avoid over spray. Be careful when you pull the tape off so it doesn't catch a corner and peel the plastidip off. Mines been on for over 2 years I believe and it still looks perfect. If you screw up you can peel it off or use some goo gone and a heat gun and it'll melt it right off. Good luck!
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05-30-2016, 09:59 PM
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http://brakeperformance.com/brake-ro...nc-coating.php
Thinking about getting the slotted black zinc coated rotors with ceramic brake pads from here. I've heard cross drilled rotors can crack and dimpled rotors are too expensive compared to the other ones for little benefit. 433 shipped to the door doesn't seem too bad considering ford replacements are well over 500 and the cheapest ones from advanced auto parts go for upper 400s.
Thinking about getting the slotted black zinc coated rotors with ceramic brake pads from here. I've heard cross drilled rotors can crack and dimpled rotors are too expensive compared to the other ones for little benefit. 433 shipped to the door doesn't seem too bad considering ford replacements are well over 500 and the cheapest ones from advanced auto parts go for upper 400s.