mrstix
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Hey folks,
From my previous thread and intro, you know I ordered some parts recently to start some maintenance on the truck.
The part I was worried the most about is the Camshaft Synchronizer, as it is the single most expensive part.
I ordered the Motorcraft DA2089 from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Motorcraft-DA2089-Engine-Camshaft-Synchronizer/dp/B000EQAVJA
I received the part in a bag, stuffed in a non-padded FedEx thin cardboard envelope. This is the same envelope that I believe is normally used to send documents.
I was expecting a box as some of the youtube videos I had seen show the part in the box...
I watched the "how to spot fake motorcraft parts" video from Ford Tech Maku and the only thing I checked for was the holes at the bottom and there are definitely two clearly punched holes. The wording printed on some of the bag is a little worn, but I'm not sure if that means anything. Also, a part number is printed on a sticker that is easily removed. And the part I have come across is F8DZ-12A362-AA, not the F8DU-12A362-AA that is on the sticker. Not sure if that matters as searching both on google brings up pics of synchronizers.
If any of you have a good eye for this stuff, take a look and let me know what you think. I don't believe I will have any issues returning it to amazon, and I have yet to take it out of the bag.
Pic of Spark Plug wire set from Advance (left) next to bag with Synchronizer (right)
Close up of print on bag (slightly faded)
Pic clearly showing two punched holes at bottom of bag
Hard to read, but stamped on top is "F58E-12131-AB". Above that, on the notch above the circle is a "28".
The sticker shows F8DU-12A362-AA. I thought it was weird for a sticker to be on a part like that so i gave it a quick swipe with my finger and confirmed the sticker will come off with little force if need be.
Not sure what other pics ya'll need, but I have it ready if need be, so just let me know.
Thanks in Advance,
From my previous thread and intro, you know I ordered some parts recently to start some maintenance on the truck.
The part I was worried the most about is the Camshaft Synchronizer, as it is the single most expensive part.
I ordered the Motorcraft DA2089 from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Motorcraft-DA2089-Engine-Camshaft-Synchronizer/dp/B000EQAVJA
I received the part in a bag, stuffed in a non-padded FedEx thin cardboard envelope. This is the same envelope that I believe is normally used to send documents.
I was expecting a box as some of the youtube videos I had seen show the part in the box...
I watched the "how to spot fake motorcraft parts" video from Ford Tech Maku and the only thing I checked for was the holes at the bottom and there are definitely two clearly punched holes. The wording printed on some of the bag is a little worn, but I'm not sure if that means anything. Also, a part number is printed on a sticker that is easily removed. And the part I have come across is F8DZ-12A362-AA, not the F8DU-12A362-AA that is on the sticker. Not sure if that matters as searching both on google brings up pics of synchronizers.
If any of you have a good eye for this stuff, take a look and let me know what you think. I don't believe I will have any issues returning it to amazon, and I have yet to take it out of the bag.
Pic of Spark Plug wire set from Advance (left) next to bag with Synchronizer (right)
Close up of print on bag (slightly faded)
Pic clearly showing two punched holes at bottom of bag
Hard to read, but stamped on top is "F58E-12131-AB". Above that, on the notch above the circle is a "28".
The sticker shows F8DU-12A362-AA. I thought it was weird for a sticker to be on a part like that so i gave it a quick swipe with my finger and confirmed the sticker will come off with little force if need be.
Not sure what other pics ya'll need, but I have it ready if need be, so just let me know.
Thanks in Advance,