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    Alkyd Enamel - tractor and implement paint

    I have never dealt with the stuff - but am I reading this correctly that is not UV stable and will chalk up and fade? What were all the old tractors painted with then, as the ones I have used or been around arent chalky. Faded, sure, but 40+ years old is gonna fade that is what happens to all...
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    Pre-Project sanity check request

    Howdy folks. Me and a friend are going to be picking up a truck to yank parts from. He wants to Manual swap and getting the complete truck will ensure he gets everything he needs to get the manual swap complete. The rest of the truck I plan to use to fix my cab issues. I have serious cab...
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    E4OD "problems" and overall truck tuning

    I have learned a lot about my 1993 7.3IDI with the E4OD. Some of that learning was from manuals, some from letting a hackjob "mechanic" touch my rig and having to redo days worth of crummy work, and some from this forum. A lot of people dump on the E4OD and so far I have not had mine go out on...
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    First MB post, slid in here from Ford 7.3NA

    I have an 85 190D auto i picked up that is in overall good shape besides needing trans rebuild. Engine is tip top, interior clean, no other major issues. I am looking for a rebuild kit, manual and tips/tricks if anyone has any input I thank you in advance! The trans def needs rebuilt, its not...
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    Transmission from F550 gas??

    Sorry if this was covered, searched here and google and cant find the answer! I am looking at bringing home a same year model truck as mine, 1993. I have a 7.3IDI with the E4OD. From what I was aware of, this was the "light and medium duty transmission" and they were also put in 1 ton dually...
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    Wiring Woes

    So, before I go about doing Injectors, IP and GPs I want to know what it going on with my transmission. I believe it to be electrical, as the issue is intermittent and not isolated. I will need to replace/repair the multi-function switch in the dash for sure but a PO scabbed in a lot of wiring...
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    Just joined, long time Ford owner with first Diesel - 7.3idi

    Live north of Austin, TX and its just now getting what I call "cold" and going to be doing some work to this truck soon. 1993 7.3idi, F250 XL extra cab, E4OD trans The truck was what I wanted to buy before I got the Ranger I used to drive (got rear-ended/totaled) and I wish I had done so...
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