ID Speed Shop News

What is Pilot Injection?  Pilot injection is a small shot of fuel before the main injection event that quiets the engine and helps with mileage on a diesel engine.  The HEUI Fuel System in the 6.0L was originally designed around electronic Pilot Injection, but was removed early in the release of the truck(mid 2004) due to issues with rolling idle and rough cold starts …
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The 6.0L Powerstroke is a diesel engine commonly found in Ford trucks, and it utilizes a Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) to enhance its performance and efficiency. The VGT turbocharger is designed to provide better throttle response and increased power across a wide range of engine speeds. Here's how a VGT turbo operates in a Ford 6.0 Powerstroke:   Variable Geometry …
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6.0L Powerstroke Diesel Changes by Model Year2003 model year changes Early into the 2003 my, the oil supply line for the turbocharger was changed from a quick-connect fitting to a collared fitting and sealed with a larger o-ring to reduce the risk of leaking. Late in the 2003 model year, the wiring harnesses were relocated so that both wiring harnesses are no longer routed …
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