There is a fix for the condensation build up in the intercooler!
01-17-2014, 02:01 PM
#2051
Thanks.... I have gone thru about 100 pages and have yet to find any pics of the hole to be drilled and if it definitely works. A lot of angry people on this forum, were all in the same sinking boat no need to take it out on each other, just joined today and I am just starting to research the issue, thought the purpose of the forum was to help each other. Just saying not picking at anyone.
Read the entire thread the photo is in.
The hole should be very small (about 1 mm). You don't want a lot of air escaping. As the water collects in the lowest point in the bottom of the IC it will cover the small hole and the air pressure will blow it out (probably as a fine mist).
It is difficult to get to the proper location. Most people use a pin vise to snake up to the proper spot, but if you remove the air deflector you can probably get at it with a regular drill. Take you time as you are using a very fine bit you could break easily.
In addition to drilling the hole change and regap you plugs to .030.
If you have any further questions give us a shout. We're all here to help each other. The only dumb question is the one you don't ask.
Last edited by RonD; 01-17-2014 at 02:26 PM. Reason: add info
01-17-2014, 02:55 PM
#2052
01-17-2014, 03:24 PM
#2053
I was just in my friends new 2014 GMC Sierra.. Got to admit is was a nice truck and nice ride. His had a nice interior, CC, 6.5 bed with led lights(nice). A lot of neon on interior but seemed like GMC stepped up there game on the 14's.. Wish you better luck with this truck..We all want to drive our nice trucks without having to be driving to the dealer every other month...
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01-18-2014, 06:19 PM
#2054
I was just in my friends new 2014 GMC Sierra.. Got to admit is was a nice truck and nice ride. His had a nice interior, CC, 6.5 bed with led lights(nice). A lot of neon on interior but seemed like GMC stepped up there game on the 14's.. Wish you better luck with this truck..We all want to drive our nice trucks without having to be driving to the dealer every other month...
01-19-2014, 02:14 PM
#2055
Senior Member
Too bad they look like ***. If they did look better I'd be willing to switch. If mine develops the symptoms and they don't properly fix it I will be switching brands. I traded my 12 Mustang because I had too many quality issues with it and now this. It would be the straw that breaks the camel's back.
Last edited by tagle281; 01-19-2014 at 02:20 PM.
01-19-2014, 03:21 PM
#2056
Too bad they look like ***. If they did look better I'd be willing to switch. If mine develops the symptoms and they don't properly fix it I will be switching brands. I traded my 12 Mustang because I had too many quality issues with it and now this. It would be the straw that breaks the camel's back.
Ask yourself, if you did buy a Ram/Chevy/Tundra and loaded it up with options you wanted and it ran great for 100k+ with nothing but routine maintenance would that change you mind about owning a FORD truck?? There is only one way to find out..
01-20-2014, 07:18 AM
#2057
Senior Member
Originally Posted by Truck owner;3233 94
Ask yourself, if you did buy a Ram/Chevy/Tundra and loaded it up with options you wanted and it ran great for 100k+ with nothing but routine maintenance would that change you mind about owning a FORD truck?? There is only one way to find out..
Oh trust me I have but so far I love this truck. Of course it only has 3k miles. Sadly it wouldn't be a Ram or Chevy that I'd buy.
Last edited by tagle281; 01-20-2014 at 07:26 AM.
01-20-2014, 08:36 AM
#2058
Senior Member
Is this a problem with all ecoboost engines or just the F150?
Also, would it be recommended that the hole be done even if there are no issues in order to prevent future issues?
Keeping the number of ecoboosts out there in mind, what's the percentage of complaints regarding the intercooler problem?
I ask these questions because when I had my 12 Mustang GT we had the #8 issue and the tranny issue. The #8 issue was blown out of proportion because of a handful of cars when you compare the amount of 5.0's out there. The forums IMO blew it up. There's only a very small percentage of people who actually report these problems on a forum.
Also, would it be recommended that the hole be done even if there are no issues in order to prevent future issues?
Keeping the number of ecoboosts out there in mind, what's the percentage of complaints regarding the intercooler problem?
I ask these questions because when I had my 12 Mustang GT we had the #8 issue and the tranny issue. The #8 issue was blown out of proportion because of a handful of cars when you compare the amount of 5.0's out there. The forums IMO blew it up. There's only a very small percentage of people who actually report these problems on a forum.
Last edited by tagle281; 01-20-2014 at 09:41 AM.
01-20-2014, 09:51 AM
#2059
Senior Member
Well it's been enough that Consumer Reports has dropped the Ecoboost off the recommended list for poor reliability. The 5.0 still makes the list.
Before everyone goes on a CR bashing all this indicates is that with identical trucks one motor has had more problems reported than the other.
Before everyone goes on a CR bashing all this indicates is that with identical trucks one motor has had more problems reported than the other.
01-20-2014, 10:04 AM
#2060
Well it's been enough that Consumer Reports has dropped the Ecoboost off the recommended list for poor reliability. The 5.0 still makes the list.
Before everyone goes on a CR bashing all this indicates is that with identical trucks one motor has had more problems reported than the other.
Before everyone goes on a CR bashing all this indicates is that with identical trucks one motor has had more problems reported than the other.
So this is a good thing for EB? Did they upgrade for poor to fair? And your saying the 5.0 is still poor?