How much to fix cam phaser “tick”
04-15-2018, 08:58 AM
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How much to fix cam phaser “tick”
Hey guys
So I need some major help here, I purchased an 04 XLT with the 5.4 triton engine for $4500, it was at 185,000 miles when’s i got her, once it hit about 187-188,000 it started making a ticking noise and will only drive properly in second gear now...in drive it kicks and the rpms go really high.
I have heard it has something to do with cam phasers...
So my question is - is it worth it to fix and how much would it be including labour? Or should I put that money towards another truck? This ones body is mint condition no rust no cracks and the paint is clean.
Thanks!
So I need some major help here, I purchased an 04 XLT with the 5.4 triton engine for $4500, it was at 185,000 miles when’s i got her, once it hit about 187-188,000 it started making a ticking noise and will only drive properly in second gear now...in drive it kicks and the rpms go really high.
I have heard it has something to do with cam phasers...
So my question is - is it worth it to fix and how much would it be including labour? Or should I put that money towards another truck? This ones body is mint condition no rust no cracks and the paint is clean.
Thanks!
04-15-2018, 09:21 AM
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Had my cam phaser tick done at 70,000 miles on my 07,,, my truck never done what you say yours is doing,,never heard of that one before being caused by cam phaser,,,
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04-15-2018, 12:50 PM
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Is your CEL flashing... any codes ?
04-15-2018, 06:35 PM
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I would agree with a previous poster. The phaser tick has nothing to do with a shifting issue. You probably have two different things going on. I had my phasers replaced at 73842 miles, back in 2011. 1262 dollars. Running strong, and quiet, at 123000 miles today.
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04-16-2018, 05:56 AM
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Is the phaser issue also on the 09-10 5.4’s?
04-16-2018, 06:01 AM
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8,9 and 10 have re-designed heads and updated timing components.. haven’t see many but, they could see it.
04-16-2018, 06:24 AM
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I only have about a $5,500-$6,000 budget currently for a new truck. I really don’t want an older one that is going to have a cam phaser or tranny issue right afterwards.