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    Duralift pump failure...? Its the ooze..

    All this talk of pussy in my thread, but no pics. Haha. I found Aircraft Spruce to be $2 higher for the part, but $3 cheaper once shipping was figured in for a total. Plus, the Spruce is a major company I'm familiar with. :D...
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    Duralift pump failure...? Its the ooze..

    Since GenLightning is out, whats the new source for these things that isnt $150 like Napa or $189.99 like my local ThermoKing dealer? Prefer <$100. Only paid $90 for this one..
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    Duralift pump failure...? Its the ooze..

    @clb An internal meltdown is what I was thinking as well. I've had plenty of experience with these pumps on reefers, and this is the first failure that I've seen that wasnt purely mechanical in nature. @icanfixall Of course I'd have the first. Haha. I always end up with crap, but make...
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    Duralift pump failure...? Its the ooze..

    I guess I should clarify that. I haven't run any waste oil though it since the new pump was installed. Only brown on-road diesel (they do 5-20% bio by default around here, so its not green anymore). It was driven daily for those several months before it was parked for more than a year indoors.
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    Duralift pump failure...? Its the ooze..

    Installed a Duralift from GenLightning back in Nov 2013. Had no issues at all with daily driving. Truck remained parked in my warehouse from July 2014 until yesterday (Mid August 2015). Aside from having to give her a little jump to get fired, everything seemed normal. I ended up running...
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    Steering problems?

    This slop is a problem? Every old Ford I have ever owned or driven on a regular basis (82 big Bronco, 89 Big Bronco, 93 250, 88 FSuper, 90 350) has had all sorts of slack in the steering. Its part of what makes these old geezers fun. My '90 has enough slop to turn from 9:00 to 13:00 with no...
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    Chasing a Fuel Leak

    Fuel tank full, or recently filled when this happened? In my case, I've got a magic leak somewhere on my tank, that lets diesel flow out, but not water. Filling the front tank between the 13-15gal marks, fuel will drip between the cab and bed, and make a neat almost solid line trail if I...
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    Dreaded headlight switch color codes?

    Thats exactly what I needed. It has clear designations for wire color leaving the headlight switch. I found many similar showing just connections, but lacking the colors. At least now I know where my target wires connect to, and can simply replace them rather than cutting it all out of the loom.
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    Dreaded headlight switch color codes?

    My GoogleFu, on this topic, seems weak, and I cannot find the information I seek. ;) Basically, anybody have a simple list as to what colors are connected to what with regards to the headlight switch? I've got one thats partially melted out of its insulation, and I'd like to know where it...
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    Bullnose/Slantnose Diesel Picture Thread

    Jeezus.... $600 digital cluster; BEFORE you get the extra sensors. Looks top notch nonetheless. ;Sweet http://www.dakotadigital.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=product/product_id=219/category_id=69/mode=prod/prd219.htm If I ever get a huge injury settlement, I'd be game.
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    joy was bitter sweet...

    You can test the ignition switch function by jumping the solenoid from the ignition switch trigger to the feed side of the solenoid with a screwdriver. If the truck turns over, its something upstream thats bad..ala ignition switch. That is, if of course the batteries are still good...
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    "And there arose such a clatter!"

    Thread Semi-Hijack... Mel, Since its a more common failure, what causes those pistons to stick? Is it simply wear/age, or fuel related gunk buildup? I'd love to get a new Baby Moose, but I'm satisfied with stock, and I'd like to keep what I've got going as long as possible. :D /Hijack
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    hard to start/will not start.

    Have you tested the glow plugs with a test light or ohm meter? Quick run down: Disconnect ALL EIGHT glow plugs from their harness. Make sure the harness does not touch any plugs or the manifold as this could screw the results. Connect plug from your testlight to the POSITIVE (+) battery...
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    Bypassing fuel tank selector valve

    If you dropped the tanks rather than pulling the bed, simply clean them out. Soapy water, a bunch of rolling around, immediately dry with a fan or warm sun, reach in and grab whatever bits are left, and then a swish of diesel to keep it from flash rusting. Then you can have an "open" pickup...
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    I guess I cannot use my rear tank now

    +1. This way is indeed easiest if you have an extra person to help. Although in my case, I've got a steel flatbed bolted down on the frame, which happens to be welded to the frame back around the hitch area. Sucking the fuel and dropping the tank was my only option. Theres two straps on the...
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    I guess I cannot use my rear tank now

    Look at this thread over on FTE... http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1110589-hutch-n-harpoon-mod-worth-it.html Also google is your friend... look for "harpoon mod". Its mainly a PSD thing, but the concepts are the same for the IDI. In my case, I was different by removing the "hose within...
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    A few more questions...things I found while checking glow plugs...

    So the pyro is on the outlet of the turbo? That'd result in readings being 200-400 degrees lower than what you'd see in the manifold. As long as you're aware of that fact, its no problem to leave it there. Just do the math in your head when you peek at the reading. As for the filters, I...
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    RANT: Truck starts then dies - fuel system air intrusion

    Ya'll grab some 5/16id clear vinyl tube and connect it in place of the rubber lines between the lift pump, fuel filter, and the smaller one that runs to the #1 injector. This is a video I used to help me find my leaks last year. http://youtu.be/YJgbvwIuJjQ
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    I guess I cannot use my rear tank now

    +1 Sometimes the rubber in the "hose within a hose" clusterfunk swells and can cause similar symptoms not allowing the air to vent causing a diesel volcano at the pump. Harpoon that badboy.
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    Carrier Pump Group Buy

    Got mine in. Arrived Saturday...so what, 4 days from paypal to in hand? No complaints. Installing the pump made my other fuel system issues that much more apparent. Spent most of the weekend chasing leaks and air bubbles with my clear tubing. After several tries and dies about 2 miles...
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    What is the best soundinng diesel in a small truck? all done up or stock.

    I make messes in my pants when I hear a properly running M35A2 with the "C" turbo get up and run. That whistle... On the other hand, I could listen to my finely German engineered OM617 in my Mercedes idle all day long. ;) My NA7.3? Nope. http://youtu.be/jrtJvjhN9Tk This nut drives...
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    fuel tank sending unit were to find

    My local dealer tells me sending units for everything pre PSD is "obsolete" (this was last Thursday). Best luck would be a boneyard, or a universal kit ala JC Whitney. AFAIK, everything F-Series fits and interchanges, gassers too, from 87-97. I am in a similar boat, and will be beating up my...
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    Bosh vs Beru?

    Thanks for the link. One less set available. ;) With my other cars all being Mercedes, I agree Bosch branded items are good...as long as they're not from the new assembly lines in India or Japan. Those new sources suck. :( Guess we'll see where these are made when they arrive.
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    So I found this IH Pyrometer...

    Wow..its hot up there in Oregon. 125!? ;) That looks great. Are there any part or model numbers on it? I'd be curious to dig up some info on them.
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    Carrier Pump Group Buy

    I recall someone else selling these for GenLightning over here on the east coast. Anybody recall who it was and if they're still doing it? I keep replacing constantly failing chain store mechanical pumps under warranty and I'm sick of it. The bandaid works for a bit, and I forget all about...

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