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07 to 08 Engine Replacement- Powersource

Old 04-08-2018, 12:43 AM
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Keep me updated.I wanna buy new engine next month.Also where did you buy the headers from?
Old 04-09-2018, 11:26 AM
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Easy way to tell if it's a limited slip diff is spin a rear wheel/tire while the truck is in the air. If the opposite wheel/tire spins the same direction, it's a limited slip. If not, it's an open differential.
Old 04-09-2018, 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by jer2900
Easy way to tell if it's a limited slip diff is spin a rear wheel/tire while the truck is in the air. If the opposite wheel/tire spins the same direction, it's a limited slip. If not, it's an open differential.
The easiest way is to look at the axle code on the sticker in the drivers door jamb.
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I like seeing a nice, clean, new engine! Let us know how it runs after the install. Also, check the axle code on the door jamb sticker. That will say if it's LS or not.
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Originally Posted by William Mayer
Keep me updated.I wanna buy new engine next month.Also where did you buy the headers from?
Updates/pics to follow.

I bought the headers from Summit Racing... great price, service and delivery.
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Thanks jer2900, techrep and 650NutKase for the advise about identifying axle... I appreciate your help

Axle Code is 'H9' - 3.55 Limited Slip
Old 04-11-2018, 12:20 AM
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Update...










Many parts installed onto engine. Transmission has been overhauled. New Differential cover installed.

Amsoil installed into differential. I will be using Amsoil in the transmission and engine (after engine break-in - per Powersource's instructions) too.

Engine and transmission will be installed tomorrow (a little behind schedule).

Here are pics of the progress.
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Update...

Engine and transmission reinstalled.

California compliant Magnaflow muffler and Cats received today.

My mechanic advised that engine should be running by tomorrow afternoon.

I will update again... until then - more pics!




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Looks like it’s getting close
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Originally Posted by William Mayer
Looks like it’s getting close
Got a call from my mechanic this past Friday afternoon, advising that the installation was complete and the engine was running.

I left work a little early, to go see and (especially) hear the final product.

While I was curious of how the JBA shorty headers and Magnaflow muffler sounded (nice very low growl/rumble... exactly what I wanted), I wanted to hear whether the constant 'racket'; previously in the engine bay, was gone... ***WOW*** what a difference!

Sounds GREAT - no more racket.

I am initially, very pleased, with the 5.4 Powersource re-manufactured engine.

I still need to do a test drive, and after that time, I will provide another update.

My mechanic will have the truck over the weekend, performing final adjustments/inspections and I will pick it up on Monday afternoon.

I will get pics of the exhaust components on Monday
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