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    “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...
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    “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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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.
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    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...
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    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.
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    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
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    DRW to SRW Pros cons discussion

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