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  1. DMcV

    Added battery charger

    I added a better battery charger/tender to plug in when I don't drive for few days. I've owned the truck for 13+ years. Previous owner had told me about a parasitic battery drain maybe because of aftermarket alarm install 'he said'. I spent over $600 having it searched and eliminated accessory...
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    Tachometer Stays at 500 RPM after engine Shut Off

    Seasons Greetings All... I've been watching and reading but haven't posted lately. But I hope someone may have an answer to my problem. Did a search but saw nothing... 2000 F350 7.3 Super Duty Dually LB 90k miles Problem... The tachometer will stay at 500 RPM after ignition...
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    Tranny Oil

    I had my transmission fully serviced, 22 liters of fluid change. They used a semi synthetic and I wondered if many other 7.3 people are using this type of fluid in their auto tranny's ? Thanks
  4. DMcV

    4r100 Deep Sump pan ?

    I am going to get a deep sump pan for my tranny..... as recomended by my machanic. For towing my 5th wheel etc. My Questions are..... What size , i.e. how much more capasity, should I get to make it worth while ? Is there anyone out there that has added a larger tranny oil pan...and what...
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    4r100 tranny Info please

    I will be upgrading my tranny and TC soon but because I am 'no' mechanic I seek some advice. During a first trip last weekend towing our 5th wheel I treated the tranny carefully not wanting to over heat or stress it. On a few long grades the speed droped well below the posted limit and I...
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    Electric Vacuum Pump

    We had some snow a few days ago, went to use 4x4 and it wouldn't engage. So today I did some research (online) to find it may be my electric Vacuum Pump. Test = change heater settings to see if air would blow from dash or floor other than defrost vents. Results = would not stay on dash or...
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    Mileage between Oil Changes?

    I recently switched to synthetic oil , Shell Rotella-T 5 / 40 Wt. I have been getting mixed information on how long I should go between oil changes. Can I get some in put from you experienced fella's as to how long I should go? Thank You very much. Dennis
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    Window motor Problem

    The passenger power window has now slowed to a crawl when going down for the last half . Comes up a little faster but nothing like the drivers side speed for up & down. Would it be needing some lube in the gears or workings or is it the motor? I've never had the panel off...always have...
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    Engine Sound?

    After adding the AEM Cold air intake I've noticed some new sounds from under the hood. Some sound OK but there is one that I'm curious about :confused: I will try to explain.... it only happens when the engine revs change between shifts...or when I rev the engine at idle... as the engine revs...
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    Interior Grab Handle Question

    I have one grab handle on the passenger side of my cab. I think I would find it handy to have one on the driver side to shift position while driving instead of using the steering wheel....and for getting in & out. Before I start yanking off the plastic post trim does anyone know if there are...
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    Replacing Seat Help?

    My wife is very envious of me having a 'power' seat on the driver's side. If I am lucky enough to find a matching 'power seat' for the passenger side is it all prewired to receive it ? Thank you Dennis
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    Dually in the Snow?

    I've only had this truck for about 5 months now. Snow should be coming our way soon here in the Pacific North West. Can any other Dually owners tell me what to expect in the snow with dual wheels? Tires are in good shape and the snow we get is the wet & slushy crap. Any idea how much weight I...
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    Engine Idle

    This is my first diesel truck and I am greatful to this forum for it's learned members helping me with my questions. Like this one ::D When my engine is cold it will start and run at normal idle then after a few minutes it will increase in rpm. I have no problem with this happening, it goes...
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    Block Heater Question

    It really hasn't gotten too cold here yet but I've been (trying) to use my block heater to pre-warm the engine prior the 'short' drive I have to the job site. However, I find some mornings that it hasn't even come on. Some times it works some times it doesn't. I have it on a heavy duty timer set...
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    Fuel Brands

    I did a search and found nothing....about Fuel Brands . Has anyone had better luck, mileage, performance, etc... with a paticular brand of diesel fuel ? I'm sure there are some better brands and poor brands out there, I've just been going to my local Co-op because I get a discount. I...
  16. DMcV

    7.0 valves

    I will be the first to admit that I know very little about a diesel engine, but thankfully the members of this forum are knowledgable and forgiving :D My question : do the valves on my 2000 F350 7.0 need to be adjusted from time to time? I am (sort of) getting used to the clatter of the...
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    Power drain

    I have only had this truck for a little over 1 month. Up to 1 week ago it was starting fine now I go out in the AM and the batteries are so drained that they won't even turn the engine over. Had the batteries tested and both checked out OK, had everything else tested: parasitic drain = .4amp...
  18. DMcV

    Rear Gear Ratio

    I still can not figure out my Rear gear ratio.... I've looked here http://www.drivetrain.com/parts_catalog/ring_and_pinions/what_rear_end_ratio_do_i_have_in_my_ford__is_it_posi.html but I don't see anything that matches.... Can anyone help me ? Here is a photo of my Door Tag... Hope this...
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    "token" ??

    I've tried to post several times and get a message that.." the token has expired".... what is this all about. It continues to tell me to go back to pevious page...this doesn't help...I still can not search or post. I didn't even put a 'token' in... how can it expire ?:confused: Any suggestions...
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    Glow Plug Per-heat?

    This being my first diesel truck I need to know about 'pre-heating' the glow plugs. Is it neccesary to pre-heat every time ? For example in the warmer months do I have to wait for the 'wait to start' light to go out before I crank the engine if the engine has recently run? It has been starting...
  21. DMcV

    Swithing to Synthetics

    If I switch the engine & Auto transmission to synthetic lube do they have to be flushed prior to filling with the synthetic or just drain and refill ? What benefit to synthetic lube in Tanny ? Any better performance in shifting ? I really don't know what any of the advantages are using...
  22. DMcV

    Performance Exhaust

    I am planning on adding a 4" turbo back to reduce EGT's and improve mpg's...but I have ONE Major problem . We plan to use this truck to tow our 5th wheel on long trips, My 'problem'...the wife wants it quite ! :Q Anyone have any experioence with keeping the noise factor down to a reasonable...
  23. DMcV

    Edge Evolution Question

    Hello, New to post , but I've been reading and learning on this Great Forum. My (new to me) truck came with an 'Edge Evolution' programer. I have the operating instructions but before I start to play with any of the settings I though I should ask first . I will be using the truck to tow my...
  24. DMcV

    Additives

    Hello, Ive been reading and learning on this Forum, and now that I finally have an "oilburner" I am very open to suggestions on what I should add to fuel and oils for additives. I did a search and only found some old treads, thought that there may be some new products and ideas out there. This...

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