Oil Change - Billet Oil Plug

[Hoofer]

It was a gt350, which HPDE days are not exclusions in the warranty supplement in 2019…. So I told them it happened on track and even showed them the video. I did omit to offer up the fact that a fomoco plug was not installed at the time of incident.

I had 22 warranty issues addressed in 27 months of ownership, including a new engine and transmission. They knew full well the car was tracked often, because I told them things broke on track and they knew me…. Every time I got pushback for warranty coverage, it turns out it was always on the service advisor side, not ford corporate. Ford was always happy to cover track use, but the advisors make less of a commission on warranty work vs out of pocket so they’re incentivized to tell you that ford wouldn’t cover it. Sucks that it’s a thing…. But that’s how it works apparently.

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[pilotgore]

Your point?

 

[Hoofer]

Your point?

You confirmed my point. It's circled in red.

 

[pilotgore]

You confirmed my point. It's circled in red.

You made an assumption not a point (which was only 50% correct.) You assumed I didn’t tell them it was tracked and I didn’t tell them a non standard plug was installed. So, I ask again, what’s your point?

 

[gone_n_60]

Hi. And everyone is glad you are doing what you want to do but by staying with the oem drain plug. But their are people who are always looking and wanting a "Better Mouse Trap" so to speak. Their is nothing wrong with staying within the lines (the safe spot) but for some, we like to venture outside of those lines and see what more their might be. Nothing wrong with either of those people, that is their choice.

Understood in it's spirit. fwiw I added a aftermarket CAI, Steeda sway bars, IRS bushing kit and dual rate springs for Magneride too. But I'm staying inside the Ford warranty area in case I need it.

 

[DougS550]

Understood in it's spirit. fwiw I added a aftermarket CAI, Steeda sway bars, IRS bushing kit and dual rate springs for Magneride too. But I'm staying inside the Ford warranty area in case I need it.

That is a great idea. Ford as well as other manufatures will always make sure your within its warranty coverage before paying on their dime. Have fun.

 

[DougS550]

Understood in it's spirit. fwiw I added a aftermarket CAI, Steeda sway bars, IRS bushing kit and dual rate springs for Magneride too. But I'm staying inside the Ford warranty area in case I need it.

BTW. How are the dual rate springs working with your magneride?

 

[gone_n_60]

BTW. How are the dual rate springs working with your magneride?

So far good. A very planted feeling now on curves at speed (high speed LOL). I track the GT so with track wheels and tires it's more harsh on the street but sweet on the track. With street tires smooth but you can feel the stiffness and body roll is way gone.

 

[DougS550]

So far good. A very planted feeling now on curves at speed (high speed LOL). I track the GT so with track wheels and tires it's more harsh on the street but sweet on the track. With street tires smooth but you can feel the stiffness and body roll is way gone.

Did you go with the new Magneride Controller?

 

[Robottrainer]

Going to do my fall oil change this weekend.

anyone use this on their car:https://www.uprproducts.com/upr-for...for-mustang-f150-raptor-edge-explorer-bronco/

If so let me know how you like it. Is it worth swapping the plastic plug for this.

I do. Much better than the stock one

 

[gone_n_60]

Did you go with the new Magneride Controller?

No, Ford can't complain about springs but retuning the Magneride could be an issue so until warranty is done, no tuning any parts.

 

[DougS550]

No, Ford can't complain about springs but retuning the Magneride could be an issue so until warranty is done, no tuning any parts.

Makes sense. Thanks

 

[melwff]

I have used the UPR plug since 2021, no problem. I do notice UPR uses a double O ring. I'm curious if anyone with a Mach 1, not a GT350, different engine, has had an issue?

 

[MiamiGT350]

Seriously, I've gotta find that thread for the gadget that prevents the oil filter mess that someone on here was printing with a 3-D printer....

I use this drain guide from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08CN89S8Z/

 

[Skye]

I'm curious if anyone with a Mach 1, not a GT350, different engine, has had an issue?

'22 here. I've used the following plug for one year and have not had issues:

https://www.uprproducts.com/upr-for...for-mustang-f150-raptor-edge-explorer-bronco/

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