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    Block dimensions

    How long is the 6.9L/7.3L from the firewall to the front of the cooling fan? I have not gott on to the junkyard to look at one yet. I am guessing 33".
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    7.3L IDI anybody think I can fit it in an early bronco?

    I may buy an Early Bronco and would try to get a 7.3 in it. Any reasons not to? I would cut the inner fenders some so I could get to the exaust. Bolt the T-19 up to the dana 20 and adapter. Iunderstand that all adapters between the tranny and t-case on stock fords have the same bolt pattern on...
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    Fullwidth axils under narrow truck vs. full width turck mpgs?

    I am considering running 1 ton axils full width under my scout (same width as an early bronco) and comparing the fuel econmy to a full size like 1979 Bronco or F-350 for miles per gallon. I know that the tires sticking out create drag but is it more than on a ful size truck where the tires are...
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    jumbo torque 351 W turbo concept

    Just an idea that I have never seen propesed! I have a '82 f-150 and I was thinking it is a good set up needing a little tweaking. I get 6-11 mpg running from 1300-3000 rpm and a 50 mph cruise at 2400 rpm. I was thinking that max torqueat 2300 rpm is too high and I do not care that it makes 200...
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    T-19 vs. ZF 5 speed?

    I am looking at a 7.3 L diesel for my 4x4 scout. I will buy a junk yard engine and tranny and do not want to break my tranny if I turbo the motor. WHat is thought bout these two trannys. I think 4 speeds is enough but If the ZF is stronger which I don't think then mabe I should run one. thanks...
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    Turbo charged 7.3L IDI

    I am considering the purchase of a mechanically injected 7.3L. I would buy the turbo and intercooler off of a powerstroke adn run them on the engine. I can get any motor in my local wrecking yard for $280. Banks has this motor putting out 260 hp at 2700 or 3000 rpm and 505 ft/lbs of torque at...
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