Engine Cover cont

Porkchop4464
Jan 07, 2022

Rank V

Jan 07, 2022

So, I ordered the 2.7, F150 engine cover cause I just can't stand looking at all that spaghetti when I open the hood. Well, as expected, it is a lot more complex than I supposed (of course). In the end, I am pretty damn sure I can get her to look stock. Seems this cover, as are most of Ecoboost 2.7s is not set up for the twin-turbo model; with this, you have to remove the brackets for the twin set of tubes in three spots, pop two of the tubes, and unclick several vacuum tubes, plus wires. On top of all this, I was continuously cutting up and sanding-in access points for said noted tubing and vac lines (just about every damn corner on the original cover).
With a fine veneer blade and a belt sander and much hand sanding, in the end, it will look cool; but I have to fab a bracket to pick up the last and lowest rear mounting bolt.
I still have another hour or so, as I have to fab a stainless bracket and make an access panel for the passenger side (see pics), then a whole boat-load of sanding/polishing. I will def post when finished, as I am a little more than halfway through (snow day today, school was closed! Yay!).

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AGENT76, Hodg
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Rank VI

Jan 07, 2022

#1
Now that’s determination. Good for you . The engineers at Ford couldn’t figure it out probably too complicated for them .
Porkchop4464

Rank V

Jan 07, 2022

#2
Now that’s determination. Good for you . The engineers at Ford couldn’t figure it out probably too complicated for them.

I think it is just a personal choice thing. I remember reading somewhere that Fords was doing the easier access for repairs deal, and I get it. I know it sounds really silly to want an engine cover, but I just pictured one there from the first day I ordered. It is an interesting exercise for sure. of course, it is so easy to go all Bronco with it and start sticking horses on it, but I really want it to be kind of not noticeable.

I just think of several of my other cars in the past that had engine skins and when I would take them off from time to time, it was always pretty darn clean under there! That's the real reason.

Also mounted the ordered Curt Trailer receiver today as it arrived from Jegs. Couldn't be easier from Curt, four bolts washers, and nuts, tighten to all hell's end! Good to go!
Deano Bronc

Burrito Connoisseur

Jan 07, 2022

#3
Oh wow, didn't realize people wanted engine covers. I have a pile of 2.7L and 3.5L engine covers sitting in the corner of the shop at work.

Now I'm wondering if I should ask my boss if I can take the 2.7L covers, modify them for the Bronco, and sell them. :unsure:

Then again... looks like you had to put a fair amount of work into this, so maybe not. Good work!
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Porkchop4464

Rank V

Jan 07, 2022

#4
Still waiting on mine. Can you share pic of what it looks like and with the cover you made?
2022 Badlands / 4dr / Sasquatch / 2.7 / Soft Top / Velocity Blue / Lux / HD Bumper / Engine Block Heater / Keypad
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Life is a Highway

Jan 07, 2022

#5
Medusa doesn’t ever wear a hat!
Porkchop4464, Bschurr

Rank V

Jan 08, 2022

#6
Still waiting on mine. Can you share pic of what it looks like and with the cover you made?

Will def post a few pics when done tomorrow after the bracket is finished and mounted tomorrow. Here are two of a f150 same cover and without


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IceSoldier88

Rank V

Jan 08, 2022

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TheShark, IceSoldier88

Rank V

Jan 08, 2022

#8
On the 2.7 It's like a Transformer tossed his cookies! 1641601284339.png
Bschurr, IceSoldier88

Rank IV

Jan 08, 2022

#9
You should have used one from a 3.5 Raptor. They are thick foam
Porkchop4464

Rank V

Jan 08, 2022

#10
You should have used one from a 3.5 Raptor. They are thick foam
You have no idea just how close I came to doing that! The thing is they are for 3.5s and even if I cut that info off, I didn't want folks thinking I was trying to say it had a 3.5 in it (although, GOD! That would be so cool!)!
HeliPilot

Rank V

Jan 08, 2022

#11
That is a mess. Lol. Great work. I looks awesome.
2022 Badlands / 4dr / Sasquatch / 2.7 / Soft Top / Velocity Blue / Lux / HD Bumper / Engine Block Heater / Keypad
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