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Ultimately, you might consider swapping #8 and say #6, to see if the code remains at #8

 

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If you can get the brushes in quick enough, I would use them.

Alliant AP0085 Injector Brush Kit

Check out the deal on Alliant AP0085 Injector Brush Kit at Xtreme Diesel Performance

www.xtremediesel.com

Also - Rotunda Brush, Fuel Injector Sleeve.

303-D111​

303-D112​

The set of two is 303-DS110

Cleaning the injector bore cups - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums

6.0L Power Stroke Diesel - Cleaning the injector bore cups - Have the Alliant 6.0 specific bore brush kit on the way, however was curious how others use the brushes? My concern in whilst cleaning the bores, debris might somehow work it's way up into the fuel passages with the up and down action...

www.ford-trucks.com

 

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You are correct on the torque values.

oil rail torquing:

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.ford-trucks.com-vbulletin/532x324/80-20151003_212247_eebeec56e8dd8e3069adce3d322477dd124658b3.png

 

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Personally, I would install new o-rings on the standpipes and dummy plugs:

#48-006 6.0L Stand Pipe and Dummy Plug Seal Kit

6.0L Stand Pipe and Dummy Plug Seal Kit

www.dieselorings.com

 

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I have no idea how true or widespread it is, but some forum threads are surfacing regarding the possibility of declining reliability of the upgraded OEM standpipes and dummy plugs.

For this reason (or for their own marketing), Dieselsite has made enhancements and offer an "enhanced" set.

Diesel Site Enhanced Standpipe Kit - 2004.5-2010 Ford Powerstroke | Thoroughbred Diesel

Diesel Site Enhanced Standpipe Kit - 2004.5-2010 Ford Powerstroke

www.thoroughbreddiesel.com

 

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Kinda like the early OEM HPOPs. Not the best. I have no doubt that Ford has moved on to bigger and better things than making sure 6.0L parts are of proper quality.

As far as torque wrenches go, I have a 0-100 ft-lb Snap-On, and a 0-20 ft-lb CDI. I like them, but neither was exactly cheap.

 

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T40 Torx (I would get a 3/8" Torque wrench - I don't like adapters when torquing):

Snap-on Store

shop.snapon.com

or

3/8" DRIVE MIDLENGTH TORX BIT SOCKET T40 B40TXIV | Matco Tools

Designed for use on Torx fasteners. Socket mirror polish chrome-vanadium finish that resists abrasion and corrosion.

www.matcotools.com

3/8" DRIVE MIDLENGTH TORX BIT SOCKET T45 B45TXIV | Matco Tools

Designed for use on torx fasteners. Socket mirror polish chrome-vanadium finish that resists abrasion and corrosion.

www.matcotools.com

or

Snap-on Store

shop.snapon.com

Also, some cheap Torx sockets have too much "play" for my liking.

 

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I posted these in another thread, but I use them a fair amount, so I thought I would add them here (there are a lot of other choices out there for similar tools):

Amazon.com: VIM Tools HCT1050 10-Piece Half-Cut Torx Driver Set : Tools & Home Improvement

Buy VIM Tools HCT1050 10-Piece Half-Cut Torx Driver Set: Screwdriver Bit Sets - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

VIM Tools HBR3 Double Ended 1/4" Hex Bit Ratchet

Buy Vim Products HBR3 Double Ended 1/4" Hex Bit Ratchet with an everday low price and fast shipping! JB Tools

www.jbtools.com

Amazon.com: Vim ToolsHBR5 Ratchet : Tools & Home Improvement

Buy Vim ToolsHBR5 Ratchet: Socket Wrenches - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

VIM Tools 8 in HEX BIT Ratchet (Vim-HBR8) - - Amazon.com

VIM Tools 8 in HEX BIT Ratchet (Vim-HBR8) - - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

 

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Thank you very much! Just bought the Matco T40 and T45's along with the Alliant brush kit. Had to pay a bit to get them here quickly, but, such is life...it's only money, right?

I think i'm 15/16ths ready now LOL

-jokester

I knew Matco made some that were a good length, it took me a while to find the part number and get the link. I thought that they would be more reasonable than Snap-On!! I have a set of the S-K, but they actually may be a bit too long, so I deleted that link.

 

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I like Williams tools, the VIM are well made also.

 

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My perspective is that NO tool can be considered "not needed". It simply is not needed YET!

 

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Not really a common thing to see - at least for me anyway.

 

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I've seen a lot of relays like that get cracked from people using pliers to pull them out. They get squeezed and can damage the internals.

Only way I could figure a cause for it, but I wouldn't think @jokester00 would be one of those people!!!!!

 

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You going for the IPR valve now?

Looked like a fantastic trip. Those pictures were amazing.

 

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Look at it this way - if the problem pops up again, you will have another good reason to buy more tools!

 

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I think he is saying the issue could be somewhere in the IPR wiring.

 

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If the IPR wiring is the issue, then the command (PWM voltage) to the IPR valve gets "corrupted" (lack of a better word) whether it is getting a signal based off of an actual ICP or an inferred one.

 

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I agree with you on the ICP. The FICM, when properly soldered, with quality components, just isn't an issue - IMO.

 

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I had one FICM failure at 65k miles (it was the original). After upgrading, there have been no problems (currently at 240k). I have been pushing some decent power since 100k miles. Lots of people w/ similar experiences.

I wouldn't doubt that the relocation kit would sell, but IMO it is just playing to peoples emotions....unless the relocation kit costs significantly less than a quality FICM upgrade costs.