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  1. Olb Blue Beast

    Glow Plug Question... Need help ASAP

    Hey guys, so something weird happened to me on my way up to the cottage. I noticed the "wait to start" light was dimly lit, not full like a cold morning start, but half. I ignored this as it has been doing this for about 2 weeks. But then the light just went out, came back on, and went out...
  2. Olb Blue Beast

    Fuel Filling Problems

    Hey yall, I got a situation. When I go to fill up my truck, I put the nozzle in and squeeze, (like everyone everywhere does) it flows for about 2 seconds, then it shuts off like its full. It does this everytime I go to put fuel in the tanks. Even when the tanks are empty. And when I slowly...
  3. Olb Blue Beast

    Plans for my Future IDI Build....

    Hey ya'll. Ok, I've had these plans drawn up on paper since I started gr9 (im in gr11 now) and I finally decided ill share em with ya'll to get a few pointers, opinions and advice. I understand it sounds like a lot of money, but I DONT want a PSD, or a Cummins in my 77' considering this engine...
  4. Olb Blue Beast

    Fuel question and Heads question

    Hey guys, ive got 2 quick questions. 1. What would be the benefits of installing a Electric Fuel pump? I mean, would I go with a fuel pump or a lift pump. Could an Airdog System work? 2. Is it possible to get the heads of an IDI Ported and Polished?
  5. Olb Blue Beast

    1987 6.9l Questions.

    Hey guys. I heard awhile back that the 87' model year of the 6.9l was better then pre 86' model. I cant exactly recall why, but it was something like it had the 7.3l gp something r other,stronger head studs? If anyone can help me out, thatd be great. Im lookin at a 87' F-350 and cant remember...
  6. Olb Blue Beast

    Official 1977 Ford F-350 Ranger XLT Camper Special Supercab build

    This will be my official thread for the rebuild of my truck. There are 2 plans which are being put into action. Plan 1 is to rebuild and refinish it. Plan 2 goes into affect when the truck is rebuilt... and that is to swap in a 6.9l IDI Diesel and a 4spd. This is what i started out with...
  7. Olb Blue Beast

    Cruise Control Question

    I'm planning on swappin the 460/C6 in my 77' F-350 with a 6.9l/ZF-5. My trucks got factory Cruise control. If im not mistaken, the 6.9l cruise control is electronically controlled. Would i have to get rid of the cruise control? I think i would cause you cant have cruise control w/ a manual tranny.
  8. Olb Blue Beast

    AWSOME news and Questions....

    Ok, Some of you may have read my thread bout swapping a 6.9l into a 77' F350, well..... Stage 1 is Complete! I got the green light from the family and will be buying my new truck sometime early next month! I would post pics, but im kind of a retard, so i dont know how. Now for a question. I...
  9. Olb Blue Beast

    My Dream......

    I hope everything falls together for my dream. "What is yur dream" u ask? Its a 77' F-350 Camper Special Supercab. Its heart? a Custom 6.9l IDI married to a ZF5. If it would let me post the pic, i would
  10. Olb Blue Beast

    1966 Ford F-100 DIESEL FOR SALE!!!! :eek:

    I found a 66' F-100 for sale. http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-DIESEL-1966-Ford-F-100-Custom-DIESEL-W0QQAdIdZ372071155 Its in Canada. Just thought it was cool and i read a thread bout' a guy askin if a 6.9'll fit in a 60's ford...... well...... heres yur answer
  11. Olb Blue Beast

    Water-Meth Injection in a 6.9l idi

    I was readin an article on Project 300 (Diesel Power Mag) bout how they put in a Water-Meth injection kit from Snow Performance. I was wonderin if it econimical for a daily driver, i mean, is it worth it? Specifically i was lookin at there Stage 1 Diesel Boost cooler...
  12. Olb Blue Beast

    Does anyone run a coolant filtration sys on their 6.9l?

    I was wondering if anyone ran a Coolant Filtration sys on there 6.9l? I know DieselSite has one for the 94-97 7.3l, but i dont know if it would work. If anyones got one, Where'd ya get it?
  13. Olb Blue Beast

    1977 f-350 Camper special dually diesel swap?

    Hey guys. I'm lookin at a 77' F-350 super cab Camper Special :sly. Its got a 460/c6. I was thinkin if i got it, swappin that for a 6.9l/zf5. What would i need to do? I figure id have to swap these as well: Gear selector from steering colum, gear indicator from dash, Engine mounts, Tranny...
  14. Olb Blue Beast

    WANTED: 83'-86' F-350 rclb dually

    I'm lookin for a 83'-86' (Bricknose) Ford F-350, Reg cab, long box, dually. Gota be 6.9l IDI Diesel, doesnt matter if its auto, manual, 4x4, 2x4. Must have an actual box on it. Not intrested in tow trucks, flat beds, cude trucks or anythin like that. Must...... MUST be located by...
  15. Olb Blue Beast

    1986 Ford F-250 Explorer XLT Lariat Alberta White Rose???

    I'm lookin at an 86' F-250 Explorer XLT Lariat Albert White Rose. It's an ext cab long box. Its got a 6.9l w/ factory dual exhaust. hooked up to it is a farmers 4spd. 4.10 gears in the ass end. I have NEVER heard of this model. If anybody has any info on Production numbers, options or stuff like...
  16. Olb Blue Beast

    1978 Ford F-250 IDI Project

    Hey guys. I need help. Im lookin at a 78' F-250 4X4: Gas job w/ a c6 auto. Its a dually. Im wantin to buy it and swap it with a 7.3l IDI w/ a ZF 5spd. Here's the problem, i'm 14 and my dad doesnt think i can do it. What is involved in a project like this? i know ill have to change the following...
  17. Olb Blue Beast

    89' Ford F-Superduty tire size, anyone know???

    Does anyone know the tire size of a 1987-1991 F-Superduty??? It would really help me out:dunno:confused:
  18. Olb Blue Beast

    3/4spd Brownie.... What is it???

    I've been reading some posts that say they've got a 3spd or 4spd Brownie, What exactly is a Brownie???:dunno:dunno:dunno
  19. Olb Blue Beast

    Hypermax Vs. ATS Vs. Banks, which ones better????

    I was wondering which ones better: An ATS turbo kit, a Hypermax turbo kit or a Banks Sidewinder :dunno. If anyone can help me with this, that'd be great
  20. Olb Blue Beast

    My First Truck

    Hi. I am 14 years old and saving up for my first truck. Im currently looking at a 1989 Ford F-450. It's got a 7.3lIDI and a 5 spd. I was hoping for your input on the idea.

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