How to find out if my 01 V10 T is part of the "blowout" production run

[PalmSprings]

Im trying to find out if my 2001 V10T in a Rexhall classA,is of the design made that seems to have "blow out" issues.
I used the link below "vin decoder" for starters
but keep getting"you must use appropriate alphanumeric symbols. I have used caps/small letters,nothing I do seems to work.
How else can I learn if my engine is or is not part of the flawed design production run?

[LVJ58]

PalmSprings, for whatever it's worth, we have a 2000 coach with the v10, and in the 10 years we've owned it, and with 67,000 miles no "blow outs" if you're referring to spark plugs. I wouldn't worry too much about it, just enjoy your coach.

Anyway, the way I look at it, if it happens it happens and one just has to deal with it.

Plugs are good for 100,000 miles so I don't plan on replacing them until then so long as engine running OK.

Good luck and safe travels

[Hikerdogs]

I doubt your V10 is the first generation with the plug problem. In 2000 Ford introduced the second generation V10 and upped the hp from 275 to 310. They also installed heads with 8 threads to hold the plugs in place.

["007"]

Give this link a try for your year should give all recalls or problems.
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There is a video in this thread that shows how to fix if ever.

[John Wayne]

I also think I read if you look at the front or rear of the head and see a number 1 stamped in it it is the later model head. I also have a 2001 and have the #1 so more then likely you do also.

[astonge]

Hi. I would listen to the advice considered above. To add to that, we had a 1998 Ford Expedition 5.4 l that blew two spark plugs, AFTER a tune up at a discount chain. For years I blamed Ford. Doing research and talking to dad (a retired heavy duty millwright), the blown spark plugs occur most times after an spark plug change. The fix (if it does occur) is well known, not too expensive, and should not present too many future problems.

we went ahead and bought the V-10 version of the 5.4 l engine, have had it through the Canadian Rockies a few times, and the engine runs fine. But, when I get a tune up, I will go to a Ford dealer...

regards,

Andy

[mikron]

Had tune up at a ford truck center in MA. and plug's blew. They had a hard time getting old plug's out and same going in. The service people were sorry but stuff happins.

[LVJ58]

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Originally Posted by mikron Had tune up at a ford truck center in MA. and plug's blew. They had a hard time getting old plug's out and same going in. The service people were sorry but stuff happins.

What is the year model of your coach, and how many miles on the odometer, and did you have the plugs changed because engine was running rough?

How many plugs blew and were they the new ones that were installed?

Thanks,

[WilleyB]

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Originally Posted by astonge Hi. I would listen to the advice considered above. To add to that, we had a 1998 Ford Expedition 5.4 l that blew two spark plugs, AFTER a tune up at a discount chain. For years I blamed Ford. Doing research and talking to dad (a retired heavy duty millwright), the blown spark plugs occur most times after an spark plug change. The fix (if it does occur) is well known, not too expensive, and should not present too many future problems. we went ahead and bought the V-10 version of the 5.4 l engine, have had it through the Canadian Rockies a few times, and the engine runs fine. But, when I get a tune up, I will go to a Ford dealer... regards, Andy

I'll go along with the above assessment. I had one blow out, #3 plug the most difficult one to get at. The plugs were changed before I purchased it, during a trip DW could hear a sort of exhaust leak. Being hard of hearing I didn't hear it. Later it popped.
The cost of repair at a Ford dealer cost me $500 and I had them change out all the plugs. They assured me I'd have no more problems and I haven't since. At 20 to 30,000 miles I check the torque on each plug.
It is also my belief that improper installation is the primary cause of this failure.
Really it's no big deal blowing a plug. Disconnect the leads to the fuel injector and associated coil and drive to where you can get it repaired. It'll be a bit noisy but there's lots of reserve power there (lock out the OD on the hills)
Cheers
Willey