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    FS: IDI timing meter and tools

    FS: IDI timing meter and tools (SOLD) Hey guys - I sold my IDI E350 well over a year ago now and have finally recovered enough from that to part ways with my tools. Rotunda timing meter for IDI diesel engines. It has the ability to check timing via both luminosity and pulse methods. I...
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    Ford IDI timing meter and tools

    This is mine - sold my IDI over a year ago and finally deciding I can let go of my tools: lumi/pulse timing meter (Rotunda) pump turning wrench injector line wrench injector seat cutter asking $350 for the group: http://bend.craigslist.org/tls/5417652467.html thanks
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    Tightening injection line nuts on IP

    I've grown tired of having a little more diesel fume than normal wafting in my window, especially while off the throttle and going downhill. I figured I must have some sort of small leak somewhere. I already snugged up a couple injector nuts that looked like they were just damp enough to...
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    Lumi timing results

    I finally got around to hooking up my Rotunda meter on my van, and good news! The meter works! I dialed in the offset to -20, got the tach sensor hole all cleaned up and probe in place, and low and behold everything read like it should. Now the readings... at 1400 RPM I am reading right...
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    Rotunda timing meter - pulse clamp

    I recently picked up a Rotunda timing meter that is set up with both a lumi probe and pulse clamp. What I didn't research before my purchase was that the clamp is specially made to fit 7.3 injection line sets (#1 on trucks, #4 on vans evidently). Has anyone used a different line clamp with...
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    Flexible intake pipe to turbo

    Does anyone have any experience using a flexible intake tube/pipe between the air filter and turbo? On a van with a Banks turbo you have to snake around the fuel filter and then mount the filter right above the AC compressor. Banks has some sort of flexible tube in its kit, but I'm not sure...
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    heater core bypass question

    I would like to install a simple heater core bypass / shutoff valve. I've read the tech article but don't really want to get that complex if possible. My question is, can I just install a simple 1/4 turn ball valve in line on the intake side only going to the heater core? Will this build...
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    AC pump - used or reman?

    I'm reinstalling my AC system from scratch - pretty much all new components because I only want to do this one time. The pump is the bigger ticket item, though. New about $230, Reman about $125, and used about $40-50. My gut tells me to spend the extra money and get the reman to help ensure...
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    Filter Head to injector #1 return line

    Has pretty much everyone eliminated the return line that goes between the filter head and the #1 (or #4) injector cap? I'm having some classic air intrusion symptoms and am highly suspect that the lift pump check valve is not functioning correctly. The return line system is open to the...
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    Baby Moose update

    A few months ago I had a Baby Moose pump put in my van. I thought that the guy that put it in for me had a meter, but unfortunately learned later that he did not. Granted, he has done a lot of work on these IDI's in the past so I'm sure he got it closer than I could have. My initial...
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    Oil leak around turbo tophat?

    I've got some oil residue around where the tophat sits on my intake. If I wipe it off before a drive, it reappears (imagine that). I've also got a little bit of an oily film on my injector return caps. Nothing appears to be a fuel leak here, seems to be more of a oil mist. Is it conceivable...
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    Cold advance question

    As noted in another thread, I'm the proud owner of a Baby Moose! Now, I know that my high idle solenoid does not work and that isn't a big deal to me. Out of curiosity, I checked today and discovered that my cold advance solenoid is not receiving power when I go to start the engine. My...
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    Baby Moose in!

    I figured I'd make a quick follow up after having a Merry Christmoose! As much as I wanted to do this install myself, I simply did not have the consecutive hours to get it done and this isn't the sort of thing you'd want to do a little bit at a time over a week I would think. So, I dropped...
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    Merry Christmoose!

    I know I'm on my way to having a Merry Christmoose! I'll update once I'm able to actually put the Baby Moose in it's new home. In the mean time, Merry Christmas to all the kind and helpful folks here on OB (and Conestoga Diesel)!
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    AC compressor bracket for '84 E350

    Hey guys, This is a long shot, but thought I might inquire in case someone has pulled an engine out of an E-series for a rebuild/transplant/etc and might have the AC compressor bracket before I take the time to try and fabricate something. I am looking to re-install air conditioning as one...
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    over-researching IP's. usdieselparts?

    While trying to learn anything and everything about different IP rebuilds/services, I came across US Diesel Parts pump on ebay and they had the following information: "The DB2 injection pump is a solid and reliable unit that was based on a proven design that had been utilized in many...
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    ebay Bosch Glowplugs

    FYI, there are some Bosch glowplugs on the uhaul ebay store for what works out to be $3.68 each after shipping (Less than $30 for the set). Bullet type for the 7.3 harness. I'd get them just to throw in the glove box for emergencies but I've got the 6.9 spade style. Nope - not Beru's, but...
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    E350 Winter project plans - IP choices and oil gremlins

    Based upon the responses from my last post regarding a little fuel weeping from the external advance arm on my IP, I think it is time to make plans to swap out the IP this winter. I read through Mel's writeup and was slightly comforted by the fact that I should be able to remove and install the...
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    IP advance arm / timing

    Like everyone else, I am always in search of that extra MPG and have been going through my van slowly but surely learning more about the IDI engine. I recently replaced my injectors (thanks type4!) and got all my up pipe leaks taken care of so now the turbo is spooling like it should. My next...
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    dyno data from emissions testing

    My '84 E350 w/ 6.9 came from Colorado where it is mandatory to undergo emissions testing. Going through an old vehicle inspection report I notice that it had some dyno information on it and was hoping someone might help me understand what it means. At 59.9 MPH, it shows 110.6 whlpwr HP and...
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    Understanding the (6.9) GP controller

    I was fortunate enough to receive a file folder full of receipts and miscellaneous information when I got my van, and amongst that information is a copied page which looks to be an excerpt from a service manual for a 6.9. The page that I have describes how the glow plug controller works and it...
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    Nice chrome wheels w/ tires: 265/70R17

    Super nice MKW chrome wheels (17x9) with load range E Wild Country XTX's (siped) 265/70R17. The tires have about 9/32 left (40-50% tread) and are still riding great. The wheels are 8 lug on 6.5", so will fit '98 and older Ford as well as all Chevy and Dodge's. Asking $625. Selling to...
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    IP timing adjustment on econoline van

    It's about time to start planning on getting the van timing checked! I recently got a few exhaust leaks in the up pipe welded up ( which made a noticable difference in turbo boost), as well as went down a tire size from a 35" mud terrain to a 33" AT. In the quest for additional fuel savings...
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    Exhaust joint leaks - weld or better clamps?

    I had the fortune of putting my E350 up on a lift to change the oil recently and notice a few leaks in my exhaust joints (pre-turbo). I didn't have much time to screw with it then, but did loosen a clamp or two and re-tightened them after rotating them slightly. The leaks were reduced but they...

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