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Re: Winter Operation
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Now that I know my problem is normal, I have a few questions. I live in southern Nevada on the border of Death Valley. This summer my truck (Early 99 F-350 crew cab PSD) started romping. The temp. was around 70F. At that time it set a code for the cam sensor. I changed it.
Why was it romping when warm?
I use Rotella 15w-40. If I changed to 10w-30 or even 5w-40 will it help or hurt my engine?
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mine did this, and was the cam sensor failing. I ignored it not knowing much about these motors...and when it blew, the primary alternator went as well. Actually, the cam sensor probably went as a result of the alternator going. I drove it for almost a year thinking I had fuel problems...gotta love the second alternator & two batteries. As far as cold...I've been told to run rotella ATF fluid in the gas during winter to aid in the lubrication. Anyone heard of this?? The mix is 1 qt. to 1 full tank...I usually re-fill arounf 30-35 gallons or so. (I know I cut it too close..)
Thoughts???
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2000 Ford 1 ton dually 4x4, ext. cab, 7.3L, No performance mods yet, Custom painted Browning Edition Leer 122 Top, Bull Bar with KC Daylighters, APC Clear Front Corers & HID Headlights.
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