I have a 2003 6.0 f-250 turbo diesel w/ just a hair over 100K. It has been bullet proofed w/ the EGR delete, oil cooler, studs, etc.
Here's the issue. It runs like a complete turd when cold. It was having issues cranking a while back and had the FCIM replaced w/ a used unit. This morning it took 4 tries to finally get it cranked and it felt like it had a serious cam in it. The entire truck was shaking it was "lopping" so hard.
Now, I have had issues w it shifting, since the day I bought it, until the transmission temp gauge moved above the bottom line. Coworker said his dad's Expedition was the same way. So, I just let it warm up and take it easy until the transmission got warm. Now it's taking forever for the engine to reach temperature. I normally crank it and let it idle for about 5 minutes before going anywhere, but it's taking about 2.5-3 miles before my temp gauge begins to move. Once transmission/engine are warm, the truck runs like a scalded dog!!
What should I check/look at for the engine taking so long to heat up and the rough idle on cold cranks? Thanks in advance,
And, no @SafeCracka, trading it in is not an option. She is paid for and I do not want a truck payment.
Here's the issue. It runs like a complete turd when cold. It was having issues cranking a while back and had the FCIM replaced w/ a used unit. This morning it took 4 tries to finally get it cranked and it felt like it had a serious cam in it. The entire truck was shaking it was "lopping" so hard.
Now, I have had issues w it shifting, since the day I bought it, until the transmission temp gauge moved above the bottom line. Coworker said his dad's Expedition was the same way. So, I just let it warm up and take it easy until the transmission got warm. Now it's taking forever for the engine to reach temperature. I normally crank it and let it idle for about 5 minutes before going anywhere, but it's taking about 2.5-3 miles before my temp gauge begins to move. Once transmission/engine are warm, the truck runs like a scalded dog!!
What should I check/look at for the engine taking so long to heat up and the rough idle on cold cranks? Thanks in advance,
And, no @SafeCracka, trading it in is not an option. She is paid for and I do not want a truck payment.