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  1. Kalashnikov

    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    I do plan to add studs to it eventually. I'd like to rebuild the turbo engine but I haven't even cracked into it to see how bad it is. There mirros SUCK! They always move and are so loose on the mounts. This is the second set I've had. I pulled them off my 95. The rot out from the inside. I want...
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    Like I said, I plan on plating the frame. I specifically checked there when I bought the truck but since it was on the inside I wasn't able to tell. I had 2 F150s with a lot worse frame rot that never had and catastrophic issues driving them around for a little while longer. The frame is still...
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    Thanks guys. I'm in Uxbridge, how about you?
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    I got some Superduty upfitters and they fit perfectly in the cubby hole (just about). There's a little space on the side but I just stick disposable gloves in that space. Also got a $5 cup holder that works great. Just tucked it under the seat and it stays put. I do have a 40/20/40 seat and...
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    Some light action. Pics don't really do it justice. They'll light up both sides of a 3 lane higheway (6 total). I have 2 more 7" for the front. Been thinking about getting 2 smallers ones to point off to the sides for full coverage. 44 magnum shells fit perfect over the valve stems...
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    Hauls the 5500lb empty trailer pretty easily Had a little mishap on a scrap run, Tailgate took the brunt. Good thing I have another rust free gate. Just needs to be painted. Thankfully my diesel badge survived. Picked up an Exploder OHC and some new style dome lights. Still have to get the...
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    Not the prettiest but it got the job done. Slapped some paint on it and put it on the truck. I'd still like to replace it with a rust free one eventually. In will say the Champion radiator is excellent. I've been running no fan all summer towing decent loads (10k) and only one time on a...
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    I wasn't able to finish it completely. On top of that my DB electrical starter literally lasted 3 times of cranking before it cooked itself and would barely spin. I also had to fix my rotten core support. I bought champion radiator after my 89's sprung a leak an I robbed the one from my 93 for it.
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    Found out why I wasn't getting any boost... New SMF conversion
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    Not much progress over the winter as I was working outside in a tent which then collapsed on the truck after a heavy storm and not being around to clear it off due to work. Feb rolls around and my uncle, who has a nice shop a couple towns over was going away for the week and said I could use his...
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    Kalashnikov's Tow Pig and DD build thread

    Once of the main reasons I originally got into diesels and IDIs particularly is their tolerance for alternate fuels. Back in mid 2011 I needed/wanted a tow rig crew cab diesel F350 that I could daily. I searched for a few months originallyl ooking for a stroke and ended up Getting an 89 F350...
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    Picked up a 95 Stroke last night

    This truck has been kind of a headache. It left me stranded 200 miles from home. The fuel selector valve stopped working and airbound the system and at the same time the fuel pump died and filled the crankcase with fuel which ultimately killed my starter. I was daily driving this truck for a...
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    Decent size load to tow...

    I have pretty much the same trailer you're describing. It should weigh 5000-5500. Mine is an Eager Beaver 9 ton. I towed my 95 CCLB powerstroke filled with tools grossing over 11k by itself with my 88 F250 7.3 N/A with no trailer brakes. Granted it was only a few miles back to my house, it...
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    Knock Knock

    I bought these off Ebay. They were $200 for a set of 4. I had experience with Rigids and these are like the same quality. I am very happy with them so far. I'm always buying trucks so I was planning on saving it incase I ever need it. I try and save as many parts as possible since I always...
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    Sold my 89, bought an 88

    Geez I didn't even realize they were missing on the driver's side! I don't drive this truck really except for around the yard due to the clutch issues at the moment. I do have some extra clamps I'll throw on.
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    Knock Knock

    I pulled the spacer off before I put the flywheel on. The truck I got the engine out of was an auto. I was uncertain if there was another smaller spacer for the manual at the time but it all bolted up fine. I was hoping to get the radiator and radiator support in today but the support was...
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    Sold my 89, bought an 88

    So I haven't done a whole lot with this truck yet. The clutch is in and out, sometimes it drops to the floor and the next time I put my foot on the clutch is feels fine. No leaks in the hydraulic system. The fuel heater itself is leaking, not the oring. Had to change out a few glow plugs. I'm...
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    Knock Knock

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    Knock Knock

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    Knock Knock

    I finally got my other engine in the truck and fired it up today! My uncle was away for a week so I used his shop to finish pulling the old engine and to get the "new" one in. I ended up getting a Valeo SMF and clutch kit since my old DMF and bearing were trash. My BRAND NEW lift pump was junk...
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    Sold my 89, bought an 88

    I think the guy got a new truck and just let it sit and the person I got it from bought it off him non-running and just for scrap. $700 is what I paid. PB still isn't working for some reason.
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    Sold my 89, bought an 88

    So I sold my 89 F350 XLT CCLB 7.3/E4OD a couple weeks ago. I just happen to find an 88 F250 xustom 7.3/ZF5 RCLB truck that someone was gonna send to the scrapped so I figured I'd but t since the price was cheap. Turned out to be a good deal once I saw it in person. My guess is that it has been...
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    Good source for filters

    That's a good price on the fuel filters. I'll have to check and see if they have ones with built in drains, I ditched my lower bowl and have been using the closed bottom filters with drains. Fleetfilter.com is also a good source for Wix and Baldwin filter. This is what I have been using...
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    Knock Knock

    I have a week off in two weeks that I'm going to finish the swap during. The old engine is almost out, just need to lift the cab up a little to get the turbo out. I had to wait on parts for my Bobcat so I can lift it out with that since I'm working in the dirt. I bought a set of wheels in the...
  25. Kalashnikov

    Ebay Buyer Beware

    post some pics!

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