Ford 6 0 Head Studs Without Removing Heads

A few months ago i started researching the 6 0 liter engine.

Ford 6 0 head studs without removing heads.

Replace the head gaskets or insert the head studs one at a time. At this point i use an engine hoist to pull the heads out put a chain from the center intake man. Head gasket repair is big business in the 6 0l power stroke segment. Like i previously mentioned you can do this one of two ways.

The left side head is easier the same procedure minus a few steps will get that head off as well without removing the cab. First it s nigh impossible to lift heads with all bolts removed some bolts stay in the heads and if i could have pounded firewall to make it work i surely would have. I ended up picking up a 2003 f350 sd 4x4 lariatwith 239 000 for 7000. Quick video of how i changed the two pita lower rear studs on a 6 0 without removing cab using jacks removing motor mounts or pulling the heads do no.

I just finished putting headstuds in one at a time pulled one torqued one without lifting the cab and getting a new head gasket and probably needing to machine my heads from warpage. Leave the rocker box in place until the head is out of the truck. Without a doubt installing head studs is a labor intensive job that will get some grease under your fingernails but the resulting longevity and peace of mind when pushing the truck hard are well worth it. For those that want to do it the good ole fashioned way you should read my article 6 0l powerstroke head removal.

Bolt to the upper center valve cover bolt on each head this lift the head straight up. Whether the super duty its powering is straddled with gcwr crushing loads everyday or has b.