AndrewLinderman
Registered User
Alright guys. This one is going to be a continuous thread with me asking many questions.
I am building a 7.3 idit. Plan is to get it rebuild right now and to add some upgrades later on.
When disassembling the motor I found out that 6 out of 8 pistons were cracked. This obviously means I have to buy new ones.
Well today I bought them. With new pistons and rings on the way it’s time to order everything else.
Build plans are as of now
Stage 1 turbo
Rd 110 injection pump
Stage 1 injectors
R&D Camshaft
Valve springs
Bearings
Headstuds
Which leads to my first question.
Are classic diesel designs headstuds tested and proven?
I see that they are said to be stronger and cheaper than arp. I can verify the cheap.
Any help along the way will be greatly appreciated and any advice is welcome. TIA.
I am building a 7.3 idit. Plan is to get it rebuild right now and to add some upgrades later on.
When disassembling the motor I found out that 6 out of 8 pistons were cracked. This obviously means I have to buy new ones.
Well today I bought them. With new pistons and rings on the way it’s time to order everything else.
Build plans are as of now
Stage 1 turbo
Rd 110 injection pump
Stage 1 injectors
R&D Camshaft
Valve springs
Bearings
Headstuds
Which leads to my first question.
Are classic diesel designs headstuds tested and proven?
I see that they are said to be stronger and cheaper than arp. I can verify the cheap.
Any help along the way will be greatly appreciated and any advice is welcome. TIA.
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