http://www.fordservicecontent.com/F...350-Supplement-version-1_su_EN-US_07_2015.pdfBreak in procedure, just wondering what owners are doing and what Ford recommends?
I’m still waiting for mine (ordered 6 weeks ago) trying to be patient, just want to be as prepared as possible.
Oxford White, Blue over the top stripe, track package.
I'm going to break mine in for a solid 500 and wait til 1,000 to even touch 8k rpm after an oil change. I'm waiting on the guys who drive em hard and the guys who put power adders on and drive em hard to post any issues they had before I go puttin a 2nd year production engine through any real heavy stress. That's just me.Break in procedure, just wondering what owners are doing and what Ford recommends?
I?m still waiting for mine (ordered 6 weeks ago) trying to be patient, just want to be as prepared as possible.
Oxford White, Blue over the top stripe, track package.
That should be fine. I had 100 miles on the car before I got home. I kept from pushing it hard till 1000 miles, but occasional WOT worked into the drives during that time. Just make sure to watch your oil level once you start pushing the motor. A little consumption is normal, but some have seen amounts deeming engine replacements.I am a little confused
I keep hearing wait 100 miles to go over 4000 or 4500 rpms, but my GT350 supplement guide says this
BREAKING-IN Your vehicle requires a break-in period. Drive your new vehicle at least 100 mi (160 km) before performing extended wide open throttle maneuvers and at least 1,000 mi (1,600 km) before performance or competition conditions. Note: Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in.
so according to Ford, after 100 miles can do extended wide open throttle, so to me once you have over 100 miles you can get on it and enjoy it on the street. I would think 6000 rpms after 100 miles should be ok, or am I totally wrong
Hey Mel, congrats on your new GT350, post pics in the new members section when it arrives! Speaking of which, are you tracking via the Ford COTUS tracking system or you can call Ford performance directly at 800.364.3788 and they can give you an update using your VIN...I'm still waiting for mine. I ordered it 8/24. they said in a couple weeks. we have an invoice from Ford ad a VIN.
good luck and have fun!
Mel