kozal01
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And on the spark plug topic, these engines are hard on plugs. I do mine every 40K miles, but im also tuned. Thankfully they are very easy to replace.
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Y'all are lucky so far. I have read that the Ford
ecoboost to treat it like the plague.
Common issues with Ford's EcoBoost engines include: carbon buildup on intake valves due to direct injection, intercooler condensation, timing chain stretching, ignition system failures, coolant leaks, turbocharger problems, and potential issues with cam phasers;
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ecoboost to treat it like the plague.
Common issues with Ford's EcoBoost engines include: carbon buildup on intake valves due to direct injection, intercooler condensation, timing chain stretching, ignition system failures, coolant leaks, turbocharger problems, and potential issues with cam phasers;
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I was terrified of the issues as well and bought a well used one. These are great engines, my experience based on the original ecoboost found in my 2011.
I was going from an older diesel with manual transmission and liked the diesel like torque curve and select shift transmission of the Ecoboost.
Intercooler condensation solved easily by adding a weep hole to the intercooler
Premature timing chain and cam phaser issues are related to oil not being changed often enough and improper oil filter without antidrain valve.
Ignition issues mainly due to improper plug gap and/or incorrect plugs and cheap coils.
I've had no turbo issues other than waste gate seizing up, fixed with PBlaster and using compressed air to work the actuator back and forth.
Only coolant leak was the crappy overflow tank quick connect, I replaced with a kit designed especially for that fitting on the ecoboost. No more leaks.
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I agree all those issues happen to the eco boost. I don’t own one but have a 5.0. I know people that own one and my general feeling is they are a solid engine no more likely to be a problem than other engines. They have been improved over the years too. For example they are both indirect and direct injected to prevent the build up on valves.
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Before we purchased our 2019 version, it was difficult to find someone who had grief with the more modern versions. Seems ford has got the problems largely fixed. 
ECO-Boost is probably Ford's WORST engines in their entire history. Anyone that got over 100k miles on one is exceptionally lucky or blew a small fortune into keeping it going. More than just my opinion though...there are literally thousands of videos on utube alone on this issue. Here's a "nice" synopsis. Ford EcoBoost Problems: Are Ford EcoBoost Engines Reliable?
Sorry guys that own Fords but I have watched this corp and most other domestics go from ruling in the 60's to dragging ass like they are now. It's all about making money, not a great product. Can anyone say "EV" hell?
Sorry guys that own Fords but I have watched this corp and most other domestics go from ruling in the 60's to dragging ass like they are now. It's all about making money, not a great product. Can anyone say "EV" hell?
It's like Ford Mo Co suddenly forgot how to build 4-stroke engines all of a sudden...https://www.ford-trucks.com/articles/ford-recalls-90k-2-7l-3-0l-ecoboost-powered-models-over-potential-engine-failures/
And now transmissions! Isn't this about EVERY SINGLE 24 model made? https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/25/business/ford-recalling-550000-trucks/index.html
Sorry guys but this company has obviously lost it's way. There are many many more dangerous recalls on Fords right now. I stay FAR away from an F product....never know what's going to blow.
And now transmissions! Isn't this about EVERY SINGLE 24 model made? https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/25/business/ford-recalling-550000-trucks/index.html
Sorry guys but this company has obviously lost it's way. There are many many more dangerous recalls on Fords right now. I stay FAR away from an F product....never know what's going to blow.
My area in Texas has seen what you say. The Ford dealer in the small town will probably close it doors forever soon.