Vehicles & Machines is where we showcase our mechanical prowess. From revving engines to intricate machinery, this category is a testament to our love for all things mechanical. Join us as we delve into the heart of these machines, exploring their inner workings and pushing their limits.
The Rig Are you looking to bulletproof your 6.7L diesel engine? One of the most critical upgrades you can make is converting from the factory CP4 pump to a more reliable DCR pump. This conversion not only prevents potential disasters… Read More »Upgrade Your 6.7L Diesel: Converting from CP4 to DCR Pump for Ultimate Reliability
6R140 Torqshift6 Motorcraft Mercon LV. Start off with 8 quarts. Start the truck, leave it in park and check initial reading. Then, apply brakes and put it through the gears for 30 seconds in each gear. Transmission filter bolt torque:… Read More »2014 SuperDuty Transmission Fluid and Filter Change
The Rig As of this spring (2024), I’ve been dealing with a bit of a loose front-end for a while. More recently, the brakes started dragging and the pads are worn out to the point they sound like metal on… Read More »2014 Ford SuperDuty Front End Refresh And Brakes.
It’s Sunday, January 7th and I’m taking the day off from shoeing to work on this project and this page. 🛠️ Heads-up, Gearheads! While I wield a wrench with the best of them, I’m not a certified mechanic—just a passionate… Read More »Turn the Axle: Rear CV Axle Swap for the 2008 Explorer
I ordered the Gates 90K-38274A Complete Serpentine Belt Drive Component Kit from Amazon. It should get here tomorrow and Will and I can get it done asap. It is Thanksgiving week and I have plenty of work, but we can… Read More »2008 Ford Explorer Serpentine Belt Replacement
Welcome back to my journey in replacing the wheel bearings on my Ford Explorer. I’ve successfully tackled the driver side, but the passenger side hub presented a challenge – it’s stubbornly stuck. Lug Nut Replacement I noticed the lug nuts… Read More »Fixing the Rumble: Replacing Bearings in a Ford Explorer
We are getting ready for plenty of trips back and forth to from our home near Cincinnati to our daughter’s home in Florida. My wife’s old and beloved Explorer needs to be well maintained and with this much experience under… Read More »Travel Tune-Up: Getting The 2008 Ford Explorer Ready for Long Journeys.
The Rig, our 2014 F-350 Powerstroke, stands as the cornerstone of our operation. More than just a vehicle, it’s a mobile workshop, a reliable partner in every project we undertake. Its unassuming exterior belies the power and precision within –… Read More »The Rig
Yesterday, we got the oil changed and the engine compartment cleaned up. Today its the fuel filter. We started to hear some noise coming from the fuel filter area, which is near the passenger side foot well. The noise sounds… Read More »’08 Ford Explorer Fuel Filter Replacement