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  1. Bigbirdtrucker

    easiest way to install tachometer on 7.3 L E350 Econoline

    Thanks for the replies this helped me out alot. Keep truckin my friends!
  2. Bigbirdtrucker

    Safe operating RPMs? 7.3L IDI N/A

    What is the safe operating range in RPMs for our 7.3 idi naturally aspirated engines? And does anyone know the redline on these engines? What kind of rpms are you turning on the interstate?
  3. Bigbirdtrucker

    easiest way to install tachometer on 7.3 L E350 Econoline

    As you guys know the Vans didn't come with the tachometer in the cluster I would like to have a tachometer inside the cab what's the easiest and most cost-efficient way to have this done or to do this?
  4. Bigbirdtrucker

    E40D One wire to starter relay/solonoid fixed shifting issue but now is hard starting

    I have all the large wires connected is the little wire that you're speaking of the one that has the L shaped rubber connection? Would you also please chime in about the e40d transmission shifting wire connecting to the starter solenoid? I didn't know there was any relation there but it did fix...
  5. Bigbirdtrucker

    E40D One wire to starter relay/solonoid fixed shifting issue but now is hard starting

    All but one thick black wire are hooked up to that one. Is one fat terminal to remain empty?
  6. Bigbirdtrucker

    E40D One wire to starter relay/solonoid fixed shifting issue but now is hard starting

    There was a small red wire running to the opposite fat post on the starter solenoid under the hood. Now I moved it so that it's on the other fat post where the majority of the wires go to... it fixed my shifting issue (truck would only start in 2ND and have to be manually shifted to drive...
  7. Bigbirdtrucker

    E40D One wire to starter relay/solonoid fixed shifting issue but now is hard starting

    Please someone help me out thanks
  8. Bigbirdtrucker

    E40D One wire to starter relay/solonoid fixed shifting issue but now is hard starting

    So my 1994 e 350 7.3 NA wasn't shifting on its own after having the solenoid replaced. After switching a single small wire to the other post it's shifting through all gears fine. When I unhook the wire it goes back into dreaded limp mode but my glow plugs then cycle properly. When it's unhooked...
  9. Bigbirdtrucker

    Hard starting IDI, audible clicking when returning to idle

    Thank you!
  10. Bigbirdtrucker

    Hard starting IDI, audible clicking when returning to idle

    Yes white smoke a plenty when started the rig has 223k on it. I see fuel pooling in the top of the engine too. The previous owner just had ran it out of diesel too if this helps
  11. Bigbirdtrucker

    Hard starting IDI, audible clicking when returning to idle

    Thanks for the replies. Does anyone know a reputable diesel mechanic in the Sarasota, Tampa, lake land Florida area?
  12. Bigbirdtrucker

    Hard starting IDI, audible clicking when returning to idle

    My mistake, it's a 1994 definitely an IDI / N/A would you offer the same solution?
  13. Bigbirdtrucker

    Hard starting IDI, audible clicking when returning to idle

    My mistake, it's a 1994 definitely an IDI / N/A would you offer the same solution?
  14. Bigbirdtrucker

    Hard starting IDI, audible clicking when returning to idle

    I am new to the forum, this looks like a great place! I just got a 1995 IDI E350 when the engine is not at operating temp she takes full throttle and about 20-25 seconds of cranking twice to get her going. And once she fires I have to feather the throttle to keep her alive until warm. Upon...

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