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  1. Rubbing Elbows with the 6.0L! Mishimoto Powerstroke Intake Elbow R&D, Part 1: Factory Component Evaluation and Initial Prototyping

    Rubbing Elbows with the 6.0L! Mishimoto Powerstroke Intake Elbow R&D, Part 1: Factory Component Evaluation and Initial Prototyping

    Interested in purchasing our 6.0L intake elbow?

    If you are familiar with our brand, you know we have a vast product line of heat exchangers and associated products available for the Ford 6.0L Powerstroke. We've had great feedback from our customers about our existing products as well as the new products they would like to see come out of our garage. Now that we have our own 6.0L shop truck (shown below), we have easy access to a vehicle for product development and test fitting.

    Mishimoto 6.0L shop truck
    Mishimoto 6.0L shop truck

    We decided to come up with our own rendition of an inexpensive, free-flowing intake elbow for the 6.0L. Yes, we realize there are ample options currently on the market. That said, we would like our design

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  2. Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit, Part 3: Final Components and Project Completion

    Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit, Part 3: Final Components and Project Completion

    Interested in purchasing this Coolant Filter Kit? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit

    We are nearing completion of this awesome project! With our bracket and housing finalized, it was time to fill in the gaps for the rest of the necessary components. First up, the filter selection. As mentioned earlier, we were looking for an efficient filter that could easily be purchased at any parts store. We went with the WIX 24070. Of course, any brand that will cross-reference with this filter will also function with our kit.

    Filter Selection

    Filter
    Filter

    A look at this filter mounted,

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  3. Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit, Part 2: Initial Design Prototypes

    Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit, Part 2: Initial Design Prototypes

    Interested in purchasing this Coolant Filter Kit? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit

    Coolant Filter Housing Prototype

    Time for some CNC-machined goodies! Last time we left you with a look at our 3D-printed prototype housing. After reviewing the design and making some minor adjustments, we were able to create a CNC-machined aluminum housing. Check out the results below!

    3D prototype housing (right) and CNC-machined housing
    3D prototype housing (right) and CNC-machined housing

    And a few close-up shots!

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  4. Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit, Part 1: Product Introduction and Goals

    Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit, Part 1: Product Introduction and Goals

    Interested in purchasing this Coolant Filter Kit? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit

    Project Introduction

    Factory 6.0L engine bay
    Factory 6.0L engine bay

    The Ford/International 6.0L was launched in 2003 in an effort to compete with the high power output from the GM 6.6L Duramax, while still meeting new emissions standards. In factory form, the 6.0L Powerstroke is generally reliable and will perform a majority of the tasks demanded by truck owners. Unfortunately, as many have discovered, increasing the power output on the 6.0L produces increased stress on the cooling system,

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