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  1. WrenchWhore

    To penetrate or not to penetrate.

    I agree. It'll spin fast, LOUD (ear plugs recommended/safety glasses) But it will also ensure you don't have too much ATF in the cylinders before the first fire up.
  2. WrenchWhore

    Low Vacuum Pressure Switch

    @Cubey I was thinking the same thing but MAN they want a pretty penny for those pumps now. Cheapest one is 150$ plus tax same with Autozone. I was able to warranty my Dorman vacuum pump through Rockauto. I installed back in 2022. I was able to use the limited lifetime warranty...whatever...
  3. WrenchWhore

    Low Vacuum Pressure Switch

    This is hilarious. I had to ask about the low vacuum light and how to know it's working and guess what? NOW MY dash brake light is staying on! I guess my spare used backup vacuum pump I swapped out in the desert is finally craping out. UHH! I definitely need to get another ASAP with a...
  4. WrenchWhore

    To penetrate or not to penetrate.

    I'm cheap so I'd totally soak it with ATF and breaker bar it with the glow plugs out of it. If it breaks free but has a tight spot id keep rotating til it gets better. After that if it seems free i'd crank it WITHOUT the glow plugs installed/build oil pressure/prime the injectors (crack them...
  5. WrenchWhore

    Low Vacuum Pressure Switch

    @Cubey Man! And I thought losing brakes in my single cab was bad. I probably would have pooped my pants in a motorhome. Good thing the toilets close by...
  6. WrenchWhore

    Low Vacuum Pressure Switch

    Where is this warning light anyways?? All of my IDI's never worked either. Didn't even know these were a thing until my 87 IDI. It would be nice to have it working since I had the OH SHI*! moment awhile ago while getting off the freeway in Mohave desert. It's like one moment everything is...
  7. WrenchWhore

    Expected boost

    @Nero When you say "new turbo" do you mean brand new everything or refurbished?
  8. WrenchWhore

    6.9 fuel economy after turbo add and fuel screw increase

    I agree with @Old Goat. That C6 is going to kill your mileage potential by at least 2 MPG IMO from a T19 and close to 5 MPG if you had a ZF5. I have a similar truck with NA 6.9 4x4 3.54's T19 and 35's. I was calculating about 16 MPG highway (60-65 MPH) and then got about 17.5 MPG after a set...
  9. WrenchWhore

    Keiser's 7.3 + turbo noob build

    Just wanted to give an update. The motor/turbo swap went great and I just put about 700+ miles on the clock to test it. I put it straight into the fire! Worked GREAT! Wow, that sounds weird to say now lol. Honestly, everything seems to be working very well. The worst problem, if you can...
  10. WrenchWhore

    “Need help using my DTI 3300s timing meter on my 6.9 IDI.”

    I believe the reason the probe method is difficult is because the balancer needs to be VERY true to read correctly and consistently. As i'm sure you can see they're not always perfect especially the older they get. Most go with the timing gun. I haven't used my DTI timing gun successfully yet...
  11. WrenchWhore

    “Need help using my DTI 3300s timing meter on my 6.9 IDI.”

    There is a specific order how everything is plugged in. I personally would power the DTI unit on it's own 12v battery to get rid of any chance of ground finding it's way through the unit. The balancer prob is plugging into the DTI unit AFTER it's been powered on and set to the correct...
  12. WrenchWhore

    Return line question

    I took my plastic return line cap (the one that goes into the filter head) and JB welded it shut on one side. 7.3 filter heads I just plug the hole with a pipe plug. If it's earlier 6.9 I just get the russ repair hardline delete kit which got rid of that extra port on the feed line that goes...
  13. WrenchWhore

    is there a IDIA group around?

    I have addictive IDI problems as well. When my dad passed in my early 30's he left me an 84 F-250 T19 4x4 IDI with banks 1st gen turbo. It drove me all through Utah, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Redwoods, A bunch of CA beaches WITH a big ol Lance camper on her back and NEVER left me stranded. I...
  14. WrenchWhore

    Return line question

    100% I just removed mine today completely. I also removed my fuel selector valve as it was junk and just taking free rides around town. I'm going to install a 40 gallon tank in the rear with sump when I get past this motor swap. Also @Rupert8 delete the fuel return to filter head. If return...
  15. WrenchWhore

    Powerstroke 2 IDI no Turbo conversion

    When people are blowing up IDI's for fun I usually tell myself it has cavitation real bad and the block is cracked. Makes life a whole lot easier.
  16. WrenchWhore

    Powerstroke 2 IDI no Turbo conversion

    I'm not sure of you skill set and how deep you want dive in but if IDI parts are rare/expensive where you're located i'd be tempted to look into a swap of some sort. Question is are you hauling heavy? If not you could get away with a lighter duty diesel engine that has all the perks and...
  17. WrenchWhore

    Bench seat upholstery

    I ended up going with a Carhart bench seat cover. Not insanely great but definitely better then the cheapo sandpaper Amazon Mexican blanket looking ones. Has a flap that folds over if you have the Lariat fold down arm rest.
  18. WrenchWhore

    Rear main seal replacement

    I was able to get my SKF seal installed from the back of the plate and get it flush with a block of wood. I'd definitely want the install tool but if you get creative it can be done without...at least with that thickness seal
  19. WrenchWhore

    DRW to SRW Pros cons discussion

    I had to read this to my GF. We were both laughing pretty hard hahaha.
  20. WrenchWhore

    DRW to SRW Pros cons discussion

    It's fantastic for the bigger slide in campers that are wide and weight a ton. In the event of a blowout you have something else to catch the vehicle from a very bad scenario. That being said I'd rather have an E rated single wheel tire setup if I was going to offroad it or snow winter...
  21. WrenchWhore

    Rear main seal replacement

    Seems like a thing of the past to me. Gotta use what's available in 2024 to get these old machines working again. Someone in a Rear main seal post said they found just the Navistar seal from a place in Mexico but it was out of the box and had paint maker on it so I couldn't trust that it had...
  22. WrenchWhore

    Rear main seal replacement

    Be aware these engines have been in service for a long time so they sometimes have wear sleeves installed over the crank where the seal rides on. If yours doesn't have one then proceed as usual assuming the crank doesn't have a groove worn in it. If it does and it's bad enough it may be time...
  23. WrenchWhore

    IDI Newbie

    I'd start with the easy stuff like fluids and filters. Diff, transmission, t-case, engine, power steering, brake fluid engine coolant etc. Get coolant test strips to make sure it has the proper amount of SCA's in the coolant. Inspect for all the maintenance that was done or not done. These...
  24. WrenchWhore

    My bench seat cup holder

    That's a great idea and it travels with the seat keeping it at arms reach. I may need to steal this idea. I know Tuffy makes a really beefy cup holder out metal for like $40 that would work perfect for this.
  25. WrenchWhore

    Another good reason to stay out of Calif.

    I'd say one day you should go. Definitely bucket list item. While the state is messed up Glamis is pretty awesome if you like the Sand, partying, offroad, Sand drags, SXS's, quads, Dirtbikes, fireworks, etc. Some weekends are very tamed with no crazies, but Halloween, New Years, and...

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