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Old 10-01-2012, 06:08 PM   #1
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That's crazy you blew up a stock car. Did you figure out what caused it?
The tech at Ford said improper engine assembly caused it. Lands and rings were broken in multiple places. And this was cylinder 8, at 23700 miles, on a completely stock car.

It does seem to run better than ever down low now, lol. It's smoother for sure. But I haven't had it over 3.5k yet so I don't know if it's any stronger. Maybe I'll dyno it again after 1000 miles.

All I can say is I suggest an Aluminator Budget for anyone that is modifying a Coyote.
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Old 10-01-2012, 08:22 PM   #2
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Originally Posted by 46Tbird View Post
The tech at Ford said improper engine assembly caused it. Lands and rings were broken in multiple places. And this was cylinder 8, at 23700 miles, on a completely stock car.

It does seem to run better than ever down low now, lol. It's smoother for sure. But I haven't had it over 3.5k yet so I don't know if it's any stronger. Maybe I'll dyno it again after 1000 miles.

All I can say is I suggest an Aluminator Budget for anyone that is modifying a Coyote.
Wow. Was it covered by warranty?
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Yep.
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Old 10-01-2012, 11:38 PM   #4
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Yep.
Very cool. Starting out fresh.
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Old 10-01-2012, 11:45 PM   #5
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I guess that's one way to look at it.
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I guess that's one way to look at it.
Always look at the positive side of it.
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