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Originally Posted by HawkBrosMav
Just some info on the engine at hand. There are some very big issues with this engine when you make a lot of power over stock. If someone is really wanting to run this combo I suggest doing your research before turning it up much. Block and Intercooler are the first 2 that come to mind, but I'm not an expert yet and have just dabbled in my research.
Brad
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I'm not any further along than you are, but I'm finding that most reports of damaged engines relate to inadequate octane, poor fuel quality, using the wrong "tune" software, using generic "tune" software that is not a close enough match for a specific combination, and/or a defective/failed fuel pressure sensor on the low-pressure side of the fuel supply system under the hood.
Most of those failures look preventable to me.
That fuel pressure sensor will apparently cause the engine to lean out under boost. It can be monitored in real time, using an aftermarket hand-held "tuner". And Ford has an updated replacement part available.