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SinCityF150 07-25-2019 03:20 AM

Well, I go to pick up my 2018 5.0l tomorrow after sealer replaced the engine...
 
I was burning oil and Ford decided to replace my engine. I hope a major repair like this doesn’t cause 15 additional problems. I also hope all my forscan settings haven’t been reset. I hope it is an undetectable repair, but I have a VERY BAD feeling as major repairs never go well. Once the cherry is popped, a vehicle is never the same.

jbone36 07-25-2019 04:09 AM


Originally Posted by SinCityF150 (Post 6274928)
I was burning oil and Ford decided to replace my engine. I hope a major repair like this doesn’t cause 15 additional problems. I also hope all my forscan settings haven’t been reset. I hope it is an undetectable repair, but I have a VERY BAD feeling as major repairs never go well. Once the cherry is popped, a vehicle is never the same.

I'm about 400 miles post engine swap and so far there are no scars I could find. I think the biggest concern is whether or not the oil consumption issue is resolved.

The Bogeyman 07-25-2019 09:06 AM

Just be sure to keep an eye on your replacement to see if you got a good one.

I did wind up with a few issues after my engine replacements, but it could have just been my truck. One thing to note is they usually reset your transmission module after the replacement. So if you feel like it is shifting odd/hunting a lot, give it some miles to learn your driving style again. It doesn't necessarily mean there is an issue.

Good luck!

SinCityF150 07-25-2019 10:40 AM

Thanks guy for the reassurance.

agtcovert 07-25-2019 02:44 PM

Let us know how things are once you have your truck back please.

SinCityF150 07-25-2019 03:45 PM


Originally Posted by agtcovert (Post 6275439)
Let us know how things are once you have your truck back please.

Will do for sure. I pick it up after work today. 🙏

Hctr154 07-25-2019 06:43 PM

I have a 2015 with a 2.7 ecoboost engine so the burning oil issue is not a problem for me. However, has Ford ever said what the problem is with the newer 5.0 V8 engines and oil consumption?

doug97gxe 07-25-2019 07:01 PM


Originally Posted by Hctr154 (Post 6275668)
I have a 2015 with a 2.7 ecoboost engine so the burning oil issue is not a problem for me. However, has Ford ever said what the problem is with the newer 5.0 V8 engines and oil consumption?


Originally Posted by ModularFord (Post 6227393)
From some ford guys I’ve talked to all the new 5.0s will consume oil during break in. The use of low friction rings and the new hard low friction plasma liners make a more prolonged break-in process. The rings cannot physically seat as quickly from what I’ve been told. I’m sure many have had legitimate concerns but many say it goes away with miles.

the rattles are common on 3.5 and 5.0 engines and many claim it’s the VCT’s “cleaning”.

i've also heard if you break the motor in hard you won't get oil consumption issues... i broke mine in hard.. i don't have any oil consumption issues

elptxjc 07-25-2019 07:53 PM

The only problem with a V8 engine swap is Ford hasn't done anything about them (2018-19), not even officially acknowledging the issue. So you may very well get another crappy engine. And no, a different break-in is not going to solve a bad engine problem. Good luck with the new one.

20004.6 07-25-2019 08:08 PM


Originally Posted by doug97gxe (Post 6275685)
i've also heard if you break the motor in hard you won't get oil consumption issues... i broke mine in hard.. i don't have any oil consumption issues

Same thing here, i broke mine in kind of hard, at almost 2200 miles, and no oil usage, yet.


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