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  1. Blackwaterforge

    may have a project for dad and i

    Does the 65 have a 9 foot bed?
  2. Blackwaterforge

    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    Greg Outside of the vibration of the 4BT was it enough engine for your truck? Thank You!
  3. Blackwaterforge

    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    Greg Is the stock suspension substantial enough for a 6BT? Will it fit without cab modifications or body lift? I am going to swap a diesel into my truck. I am looking at possible options. I plan to use a Borg/Warner T-19 with a Watson overdrive .66 and stock Dana 60 4.10 rear end. I...
  4. Blackwaterforge

    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    Has anyone done this?
  5. Blackwaterforge

    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    Hi Greg Thanks for the reply! I have had one ford 7.3 Powerstroke (Loved it) I have had one Ford 6.0 (Not so much) I have been around diesels all my life and I like them much better than gas engines. I want to find a diesel that I can install in my truck with the least amount of...
  6. Blackwaterforge

    6.9 Marine oil pan

    Would this oil pan fit a 6.9? Would it be shallower than an automotive pan? The steering linkage in a 66 Ford F-250 is behind the I-beams and creates oil pan steering linkage clearance issues Thank You! http://www.boats.net/images/diagrams/Merc2/CRUISER/809677.94/14.png...
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    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    Thanks for the replies. I have a Watson (Spicer) auxiliary transmission I am going to put in the truck. It has a .75 overdrive, Direct and 1.50 under drive. I am planning to use a close ratio Borg Warner T-19 main transmission. I have already upgraded the front end to a front end with disc...
  8. Blackwaterforge

    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    How heavy is a 4-53T?
  9. Blackwaterforge

    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    Thanks Guys! The 300 is a great engine. I have owned three and they have been reliable and relatively good on fuel. My truck doesn't really like the ethanol and ethanol free gas is becoming extinct in my area. I am going to continue driving the truck with the 300 while I gather parts and...
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    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    Thanks for the great replies! I know the Cummins 4BT's were a repower unit for vans with ford chassis. How much length is needed bell housing to radiator for a first generation 6BT? Someone on the slick 60's site attempted to swap a 6.9 into a 65 and said it could not be done because of...
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    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    Thanks Guys! I drive this truck to my blacksmith shop every day 110 miles round trip. I frequently haul a ton or so of horseshoes. I would like to increase my fuel mileage that is currently around 14 mpg with the 300 6cyl. I want to stay with mechanical injection. The steering linkage is...
  12. Blackwaterforge

    Ford 66-73 F-250 conversion

    Has anyone put a diesel engine in a 66-73 Ford F-250 2 wheel drive? I have a 66 F-250 and would like to swap the 300 6 cal for a diesel. What engine will fit and get the best mileage? Thank You!
  13. Blackwaterforge

    EGR Cleaning

    Thanks for the reply! Cleaned EGR ( was not bad or stuck). Truck still will not run. I guess it's time for another tow to a Dealership so they can tinker with it. As long as Ford has 6.0's to work on they shouldn't need a Government bail out.
  14. Blackwaterforge

    EGR Cleaning

    EGR cleaning procedure?
  15. Blackwaterforge

    1966 F250 6.9 SWAP

    Thanks for the replies! I currently have truck torn down to frame for sandblasting. If there is an area that needs to be boxed now would be a convienant time to do it. I have the front end from a 72 with disc brakes (dual piston calipers) larger I-beams, 1 1/16 king pins, and forged radius arms...
  16. Blackwaterforge

    1966 F250 6.9 SWAP

    I have a 1966 Ford F250 Camper Special 7500 GVW. Has anyone ever swaped a 6.9 into a truck of this vintage? Is the frame and suspension strong enough?
  17. Blackwaterforge

    Questions about clutch and flywheel

    I had Luk flywheel installed at 78 Alignment (205) 483-9204 ask for Jeff. They have done work for me for 25 years. Never one complaint. Price was around $350.00
  18. Blackwaterforge

    Best IDI

    Thank you for your input! I had a 1995 Powerstroke 5-speed. I am familiar with cavitation issues and DMF issues. The 1995 was faithful for 390000 miles. The guy who has it now is at 450000. His mechanic told him the milage was wrong because the engine was to strong to have that many miles on...
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    Best IDI

    Not trying to start a war. What year is the most dependable IDI truck? Including entire drivetrain?
  20. Blackwaterforge

    Holy crap am I pissed off!!!!

    My wife dropped a bale of hay out of the barn and it landed on the roof of my truck and bounced onto the hood! Life is short. The most important things in life aren't things.
  21. Blackwaterforge

    HOME-MADE AXLE-VENT

    Down here in the south dirt doubers will fill them with mud.:backoff It might be possible to use the type that are found on some bushogs that work like check valves. They prevent water from entering the gear box by only opening when pressure buids in the gearbox from heat.

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