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Hey all, i just noticed I didn't post the results of my troubleshooting. Turns out there was a plastic in line filter tucked under the cab. It was collapsed and restricting the fuel flow. When the heat from the engine exhaust and the pressure from the pump suction worked together I'm sure...
So one time, when I pushed on instead of pulling over, by the time I hit about 40 miles it was spitting out smoke but it was faint and white or blue/white. I didn't lose coolant and was just a bit low on the engine oil but never got that a second time.
Thanks Lizard Dog, I just found a drop on the mechanical pump today. I'll check tightness tomorrow then chase the lines to look for other areas that might be wet.
Iceman, my truck doesn't go anywhere near that high of rpm except when revved in neutral 1800 rpm=45 mph, 2100 rpm=55mph, 2400 rpm=65 mph and 2500-2600 rpm=70mph normally with about an inch pedal left till floored.
Transmission checked good! I have a buddy who owns a transmission shop and he looked at it today. No leaks, presure at the module, no overheating noticeable when touching the transmission cooler lines. Oil is pink/red with no burnt smell.
I have a loss of power when my 6.2 M1008 reaches operating temperatures. I don't lose low end performance. I have driven it at speeds of 65-70 mph with plenty of pedal remaining but once it gets around 160 degrees I feel the truck get sluggish. If I stop and restart the truck it idles and...