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    Upcoming Pacific Northwest Events!

    Fall is a busy time for diesels in the Pacific Northwest. Here is a small list of things going on between now and new years: Sept 6th and 7th: NHRDA Division one Finals in Medford, OR Sept 20th and 21st: Operation Beach Cleanup. Washington Coastline Sept 27th: Northwest Ford Diesels Fall...
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    Changing LED's in window switches ?

    Yup. I changed them. Door switches are easy. Headlight and 4x4 switch arent too bad. Cruisecontrol is a pain Dash is a nightmare. http://forgotton.net/diesel/blueled/ is the direct link to the pics. and this is what it looks like all done.
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    The IDM mod DECODED

    I got your PM, and replied.
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    The IDM mod DECODED

    I need more of the circuit. My guess, is that its a 3 wire circuit. A ground wire, a "reference voltage" wire and then the actual sensor wire. If they use a standard MAP sensor, then it may be more of a "diode" mod (like the powerstroke), and not a resistor mod. But, without more of the...
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    The IDM mod DECODED

    That stuff may be blue, but it is NOT RTV. Was a b!tch to clean off. I didnt find out too much more. Mostly that most modders have forgone the "switch" and just soldered in a new resistor and called it good. If you have an IDM-100 or IDM-110, use a 75.0K (7502) resistor. If you have an...
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    Sources for materials

    Just FYI, I found a few new sources this weekend while working with BCT on our Bio-d project. 1. Phenolphthalein: Can be found at a lot of HOMEBREW beer and wine stores! They call it something else tho, "Color Solution" I think is their name for it, but it should have a "poison" label on it...
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    The IDM mod DECODED

    I've been FLOODED with emails and PM's about that mod today. 90% are thank yous, and the other 10% are "little birdies" pointing out small details that they have found over the years. Overall, a SUCCESFUL hack!
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    The IDM mod DECODED

    So, Lets just say I "came across" a modded IDM, and it happened to just, oh, I donno, open up while I had my camera pointed at it... www.forgotton.net/diesel/idmmod/index.htm Not that I would EVER reveal a 300 dollar mod that someone has the market cornered on. :D :D :D Enjoy...
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    Attempted my first batch

    If you JUST starting making it, expect it to be pretty nasty looking the first hour or so after shaking. Let it set overnight somewhere warm and you should see good seperation. 5 grams of lye (Sodium), or 7 grams of KOH (potassium) should be perfect for brand new oil. Yes, the YELLOW...
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    Massive new bio diesel plant...

    I think that "article" was some really rudimentary math I did in a TDS post last year. I used numbers from the US Energy webpage, coupled with numbers from the US AG webpage, and mixed that with theoretical Algae Oil production using "imaginary" processors in the desert south to come up with...
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    500 HP Dodge Burnout

    eh, that was "ok" I guess. I mean, I've done that with my lowly little 250hp motor and made just as much smoke for just as long. http://www.forgotton.net/diesel/burnout.jpg That pic is used on the Davis Diesel business cards in Spokane, WA. :D :D
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    Split second --off then on

    I wouldnt rule out the CPS again either. That said, check your ICP connector. Its the one everyone does the 10k mod too. They corrode, get water in them, or the pins just get flexed and poor connection. Also check and make sure your not getting water dripping down from the windshield or...
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    Fix your overhear trip computer

    The 1999 and newer ford trip computers have a habit of going BLANK. Luckily, they are not a difficult fix if you have a steady hand and a really small soldering iron. www.forgotton.net/diesel/tripcomputerfix/index.html Click that link for pics and a quick how too.
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    Check Out These Pipes

    I have the firestone airbags that mount inboard of the frame, so I cant run a 4" dual exhaust system with either modifying the exhaust, heat shielding the airbags, or doing a dump in front of the tires. I'll deal with it when I get home tho. Buddy of mine found a deal for me on an AFE 4"...
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    7" flip down monitors with DVD player.

    And while its OK to watch movies on, 2-player video games SUCK. Cant see the screen to save your life when your sharing it with another player. I've already got a 7" in dash, Im looking for some 7" stand alones that I can route into the backseat. Either directly into the seatbacks, or flip...
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    Projects galore!!!

    Heh, I've got a ranchhand grille guard on the front. While I dont think it will stop any bison from going thru my grille, it should protect me from most everything else smaller :D :D I've seen the videos of the elk and whatnot ramming cars with their horns during mating season. I'd be PISSED...
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    When to shift

    If your sled pulling, many rules dont allow you to shift. Your supposed to pick a gear and stay in it. DOnt think it applies to automatics tho.
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    Cool PSD model at work...

    No, your right, all trucks were 133-in wheelbase, longbeds. Except for the F-100's, they had the shortbed model. I think what throws me, is, the rear axle is moved farther forward, so there is an equal amount of space between the front of the bed, and the rear of the bed, which is kinda the...
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    Cool PSD model at work...

    I dont think ford ever technically called the trucks "highboys". I think that was a name they picked up over the years. It refers to any of the 70's model 4x4s that pretty much looked like it came from the factory on a lifted suspension.
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    Cool PSD model at work...

    I love regular cab shortbeds, And I think ford should have made them like that from the factory. With a lift and everything. Just like the old "factory Highboys".
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    Projects galore!!!

    sorry, no. Had my fill of texas ;) . Im going N on 55 to st louis, then west to denver, then N to cheyenne. Once I hit cheyenne (about the halfway point) we will decide if we want to drive thru yellowstone, go to the sand dunes in Idaho, or go straight home. We leave friday night, and need to...
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    Projects galore!!!

    Im in New Orleans for 8 more days. Cant wait to leave. Im pumped!! As soon as I get settled back into the groove in seattle/tacoma, I think I do another swap. :D Actually, someone emailed me the other day, asking if they could steal my idea and sell them on ebay. I was like, eat your heart...
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    Scan tools for a laptop??

    A unit that can READ/WRITE the PCM is going to be expensive, and most likely a dealer only piece. I have the AutoEnginuity (www.autoenginuity.com) and it does all the laptop, PDA, stuff you can ask of it. Im not sure what they have for the HO codes, but they have the Ford/GM guys fully...
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    "pulsing" fuel filter cover

    DONT GET THE ATTACHED ONES!!! If you break down out in the middle of nowhere, and all they have is filters with no attached lids, your screwed. Yes, the fuel pressure does "vibrate". Everytime an injector opens and closes, it sends quite the shock thru the fuel system. Liquids can be...
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    Turn signals canceling too soon....am I nuts or what?

    I know what your talking about, but I only occasionally run into the problem. Its usually when I Just barely have the wheel turned. So, I either keep it straight until Im ready to turn, or I turn a little further to catch the "click" Im not sure there is anything "broken" either. Its just one...

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