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    Turbo blankets?

    I run an eBay blanket on my semi to keep heat in the exhaust and from under the hood. I can run the truck loaded all day, get out and put my hand on the blanket, and it's not hot enough to burn. I didn't notice a huge power gain, or mpg, but I did notice it comes on boost much quicker between...
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    C6 to zf5 speed swap complete!

    The hole for the clutch master is stamped in the firewall, just drill it out. Also, the C6 pan WILL fit with a ZF5, as we pulled them out of each truck and they were identical, meaning the previous swapper simply cut the holes in what they had laying around. And Nate, lemme know when you're...
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    Super Moose, or RD4-180?

    Also, there are V8 p pumps out there that could be adapted to fit. No need for an inline pump/pumps.
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    Super Moose, or RD4-180?

    Both pumps flow within 5cc of each other at peak flow. Super Moose requires 65 psi inlet pressure, RD180 requires 20. There's only a few of each in existence. I've dealt with both Mel and Justin in the past, both are knowledgeable, helpful and willing to take the time to work with you. With...
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    Cruise control question

    I can't search the threads I had about getting the cruise working in your other truck. You'll have to go back about 6 years to find them. Lots of info on what to test, check and modify.
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    New southern truck, how to stop rust

    You're not gonna swap parts over lol. Get me the axle code and I'll tell you the ratio.
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    what are these between my duals?

    Looks like an old school centramatic wheel balancer. Try to line the slots up with the valve stems, should work for ya.
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    F250 EC vs F350 SC turning radius

    My 85 eclb takes more room to turn than my 00 cclb. Both 4x4s. Either way I need the back 40 to turn em around, it's just the 00 does it without hitting the boundary fence lol.
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    zf5 swap from t19

    Yes sir, want the wide ratios of the 460 one, and know that it needs to be drilled.
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    zf5 swap from t19

    I'm going to keep an eye on this, since I plan on picking up a 460 ZF5 to put in my truck. One thing I just learned is no matter what, I'll need a flywheel. Oh well, SMF conversion kit isn't too bad. Was hoping I could use my flywheel with the ZF clutch kit.
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    To those with 460 ZF5

    S42 or S47? Although it shouldn't matter, I believe they share the same case and dimensions. I do know that everything up to, and including, the 6.0 PSD, share the same bellhousing pattern, so that shouldn't be a problem in bolting it to the engine.
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    To those with 460 ZF5

    This will be my 3rd 5 speed IDI, and I will run the solid flywheel again in this truck. Didn't bother me in the other two trucks. To give you an idea how good of a deal this trans is, with resurfacing the flywheel and a 5 speed clutch/pressure plate kit, I'll be under $500 installed in the...
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    To those with 460 ZF5

    How do you like it? What gears, tire size etc are you running? I came a across a screaming deal on one and am gonna pick it up if time works in my favor to get thru the area. I know about drilling the bellhousing and such, but I've been contemplating a 5 speed swap into my 85 almost since day...
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    Any Y-pipe options?

    Haha, really would like to get the Hypermax Pulse setup to boost power, but that just isn't in the cards for me right now. Business on the trucking side has been so crazy lately, plus my truck went, so I'm paying on a rental to boot. I will say that this truck feels pretty peppy, even with a...
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    Any Y-pipe options?

    Hard to get a good picture of the y pipe with the massive and hideous plow mount in the way.
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    Any Y-pipe options?

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    Any Y-pipe options?

    https://youtu.be/S7LdE05hxLQ Finally got everything in. I'll post up pictures in the morning of it all installed.
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    Ford 6.9 IDI sat for 25 years, 72k kms but has issues.

    They can be done without pulling the engine, but it gets tight. I'd invest in a set of ARP studs to put everything back together with.
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    Best Turbocharging Options for IDI's

    My source is owning 2 semis, several Cummins and IDI engines of varying degrees of modification, as well personally building a compound turbo, 600 hp 12 valve. Also, basic turbocharger theory. You're confusing pressure with temperature variants. What takes out headgaskets? Excessive cylinder...
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    Mechanical fan vs. electric conversion....real numbers to compare

    Couldn't be more wrong. You're comparing an electric motor with a fan that moves a lot less volume of air for the size in comparison. Also, I'll dyno my pickup and semi with fans unlocked and locked. I know the numbers are high, but these need a TON of air in a short amount of time to cool em...
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    Best Turbocharging Options for IDI's

    I personally like the non-gated pulse turbo for 2 reasons, less cylinder pressure at low engine speeds, and the fact that max power is directly controlled by your right foot. A wastegated turbo brings on boost quicker, creating spikes in cylinder pressures. A wastegated turbo also bleeds off...
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    Hypermax Turbo and Intercooler

    Hey Mel, I'll contact you early next week. This week is just shambles on the road, and I'm ready to sell everything off haha. I'm a lot more willing to spend money when I'm at home and relaxed.
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    Mechanical fan vs. electric conversion....real numbers to compare

    Just goes to show you that a mechanical fan is never fully disengaged with numbers like that. I've heard reports of some semi fans requiring 50+ horsepower to turn, and being able to move 30,000 cfm. Seems crazy high, but I definitely feel a dip in power when mine kicks in. Any electric fan...
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    Hypermax Turbo and Intercooler

    Anyone running the combo? I swore up and down I was going to keep my new to me 85 naturally aspirated, but I'm contemplating forcing some air down its throat. Truck is going to be used for pulling a 31' travel trailer and 17' open bow ski boat. I've had 2 NA idi's and a Banks nongated 6.9, and...
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    Roll call from 2000

    Hey guys, I know I've come and gone over the years, but I was wondering how everyone from the 'other' site was doing. I joined in 2000 as 2TALL with my first 85 6.9, at age 16, and have been learning since. I remember the original Enterprise, Lady Moose being bought, trucks being taken over...

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