Anybody in the Bay Area that knows of a good shop that can install the Oval Throttle Body without me having to bring the truck to the dealership.

I ws told by one auto repair shop that I will have to leave my truck for the whole day for them to do the job.

In some messages in this board, some are saying it only took them about 20-30 minutes.

Need a reputable auto repair shop that won't "bs" me.

Thanks!

 

Ummm.... I haven't put a new throttle body on my 2k Lightning, but as long as you have one that has been modified for the L (linkage, etc.) you really should be able to just unbolt the old one and bolt the new one right on. I really can't see why anyone (even with basic hand tools) couldn't do this themselves. Shouldn't even take long... Just my opinion...

 

It took me eight minutes and 23 seconds to do, my wife was timing me because we had a dinner reservation and I wanted to put on the T.B. before we went, and I told her it would takes less than 10 minutes. We were both happy!

 

what is the part # on the tb for a 01L or where to get it?

 

GOTECHS-

I am having my T/B among other things installed today at APEX Motorsports (408-562-1000) in San Jose. They did all of the work on my 2000 L, and they did a very good job - they also have a dyno!!!!

Good luck,

Dave

 

There are a few places you can pick them up...

I think the cheapest (price wise) is from Mark/Lightningforce... Send him an email at: UNI4MONEY@aol.com

JDM ( svtperformance.com ) has them also...

Of course you can't forget about BaBolt... he has them as well...

If you do a search, you should be able to come up with more than enough information...

 

THANKS, GUYS!!!

I will check APEX MOTORSPORTS.

 

D_Coburn

Can you kindly check with them as to how long it will take for them to install the oval t/b.

I would rather wait for the install to be completed than leave the truck with anyone for the day.

Thank you!

 

GOTECHS-

I just sent APEX an e-mail. I will let you know once I receive a response. Send me an e-mail so that I can respond to you off of the board.

Thanks,

Dave
D_Coburn@msn.com

 

It took me about 20 minutes to install mine including the time spent taking pics for my web site.

 

By the way, APEX is doing all of my engine & exhaust work, however, they recommended someone else for my torque converter & line mod valve;

Dale's Transmission and Auto Repair
1604 Old Bayshore Highway
San Jose, CA 95112
408-436-1604

 

Yep... APEX is the place... Just give 'em a call.. talk to Bill. They are usually very busy... it may be a week or two before you can get in.

 

BABolt does not offer the Ford oval throttle body.

 

I just installed BABolt's work of art last night. Under 15 minutes and all you need is an 8mm socket and a 10mm deep socket. Remove 2 screws, 2 nuts, thhrottle cable, cruise cable then unscrew the 2 studs. Piece of cake.

Reach BABolt (Mike) mphillips@mediaone.net