I know it has been done, and i know that there is a fella that did a write up on doing this swap.
I am reaching out hoping one of you can point me into the direction of that post, and or fill me in on the biggest issues that i will run into going this route.
-I would think 1st and foremost is using the 2nd gens pcm and getting it to communicate with the older truck.
- then is it possible to keep the 6 speed( i actually like the trans)
Or does that in it self need to be swapped , then you get into driveline changes and such.
- motor mounts( same different/line-up, or need adapters,
- intercooler/and piping, bov would need to be swapped,
- not sure what differences are made between the hose connections to the rad
-also thw vac pump is a different set up
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Currently
2012 f150 platinum screw 4x4
Sct x4
Unleashed Tuning
E70
Variety of dry filters ( aem, k&n, sprectre )
170° stat
M-12405-35t plugs gapped @ .026
Xdi35 hpfp
Dw400lpfp
Snow 2.5 meth kit with the vc-50 controller 80/20 with m1 -625ml/min
Innovate ethanol sensor /gauge
Spd adapters
Spd catted down pipes
Mbrp mid side exit cat back
Powerstop rotors and pads @4 corners
Icon coilovers up front 2.5" up
Bilstien 5160s rear 1.5 up
33x12.5 kenda klever r/ts
20x10 -25 offset toxic wheels
3m volcanic flare / brushed metallic black wrap
Some others things i can't recall
@ 154k miles
I've built this ol' gal up with these chewed up claws of mine over the last 2 years, and as any gearhead would, i have loved ever min. of it.
Gotta get it back up and running asap, considering this is my mobile work station for my graphics co.
Bottom line, is i am trying to determine if it makes more sense to just get a reman2012 and new injectors. ( turbos this spring )
Or, pick up a complete 2018 gen2 and have something unique and a better starting point for building power.
All postive input is greatly appreciated,
I've been in the auto world for the better part of 25yrs.
Not a skill set issue, currently just lacking the approach and the bits and pieces its easy to over look.