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    Vent/wing window removal

    For a 93 f150 but applies to these trucks...how does one go about removing the vent/wing window assembly? One the only things i havent messed with on my junk yet, and i need to replace it due to frame damage from an attempted vehicle theft.
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    Return lines leaking STILL

    After my last tirad i sought out to repair my leaking return line caps. Same ol song n dance, got everything back together and today i was using it and got home to check for leaks and the whole passenger bank is wet with second from the front oozin fuel. I have HAD IT, i dont know what else to...
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    Another friend bought a 6.0

    My other friend just totaled his 6.0 the other night, sadly but he is alive. Anyway, my other friend went from a 7.3 SD to a 6.0 SD. His 7.3 was becoming a puss case and this new SD is cherry. Only has 89,000 miles on it and its a 04 Lariet. So far he hasnt driven it much, we put a 4" on it...
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    Value of my truck

    What would be a good price for my 88 F-350? Specs: 1988 F350 custom regular cab 7.3IDI NA, ZF 5 speed, 10.25 rear with LSD and Dana 60 Truck wears some white 16" wagon wheels with 315/75/16 ProComp Xtreme ATs (two are 3/4 tread, 2 are 1/3 tread) Truck has factory A/C that needs...
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    Fed up with my fuel system

    Past week has been cold, by coal region standards (near zero at night, 12-15* during the day). My diesel would not start w/o two or three cycles of the glow plugs cuz of air intrustion. And i can smell a faint diesel smell under the hood...im fed up with it, tired of messing with it and give up...
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    Need to start truck, item broken in tumbler

    This is for my 93 but it will apply to the OBS's. I wont go into detail (see my thread in the refinery) but i need to start my 93 but i cant because something is broken off in the tiumber and i cant get it out. Its an automatic with a 300.
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    Penetrating oils, what do u use?

    Since we all have older trucks, most are in some aspect rusty i figure this is appropiate. What brand pentrating oil does everyone use? For me, if its just something small ill use PB blaster (only until its all used up) but i swear by Free-All. I also use the ATF/Acetone mix sometimes...but...
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    Buddy got a 6.0, few questions

    Friend picked up an 04 6.0 with 160,000 on the ticker. No EGR delete or studs, just an Edge prgrammer and 4" exhaust. Told him the basics i knew when he went to look at it, now comes the time for what else do i need to know to help him. He is gunna get an EGR delete, studs and new headgaskets...
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    Bummer day, singin the truck repair blues

    My diesel was out of inspection for quite a few months due to not needing it and money. So i got it inspected last week, and on my drive home i noticed it pulling all over with the brakes applied. It did this twice, so i chalked it up to the road (we have a lot of tri-axles hauling coal around...
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    Fuel system parts, n dome lights

    Going to look tomorrow, but putting this up now. I have a little stock pile of fuel system parts im gunna sell. No need for everything, as i only have one truck and well dont need multiples of some things. Also have some new style dome lights left (see previous thread). Fuel parts i know...
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    HVAC fan only works on high

    But i have all other functions. Worked fine last time i used it, about 3 weeks ago. Gunna check the usual suspect but any other suggestions? Is the speed slector on a cable or vacuum? Trucks an 88 F350 Custom with AC.
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    New exhaust in on!

    And boy is it LOUD. *Note to self, never run true duals on a IDI again* Its a full true dual 2 1/2" exhaust with some Magnaflow Magnapacks (smallest they make). Pulled outta the exhaust shop and naturally i jumped on it...well...that was deafening. Jumped on it again pullin into my alley and...
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    Beru/Motorcraf ZD-9 glowplugs

    I have to see how many i have exactly but i know i have at least enough for 3 sets. Asking $6 a peice or $48 for a set of 8 plus probably $7 shipping in a USPS flat rate box. Dont remember why or how i got so many, but i found a box of them in my parts room and dont think ill need all of em LOL...
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    Carlisle All Truck Nationals

    Anyone going? Can the mods leave this here for a few days before moving it since there are a lot of east coast/northeastern members? Date is August 3rd-5th (Friday-Sunday), location is Carlisle Pa off I80 or Pa Turnpike. I would love to meet some members, although i wont have my diesel ill...
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    FS: OBS Alcoa wheels and 285/75/16 Cooper S/T tires

    Friend of mine down in the York, Pa area is selling a set of OBS Alcoa wheels, and 285/75/16 Cooper S/T tires. Set of 4 OBS Alcoa Wheels 16 X 7 with 8 on 6.5 Bolt Circle A bit on the rough side, some corrosion and nicks around lugnut area. $250 Will not ship Local Pickup only Cooper...
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    Power door lock actuator, remove n replace help

    Im gunna attempt to replace my broken drivers power door lock actuator on my 93 F150, has anyone done this before? Mods please leave this here as it pertains to a vast majority of the IDI trucks. Any tips, tricks or advice? Its only been non-working for at least 6 years...LOL
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    94 IDI N/A parts

    For a friend via Craigslist link: http://lancaster.craigslist.org/pts/3034543929.html
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    NEPA find, F-350 CC dually 4wd

    http://www.auto-locator.com/detail.epc?bcn=113497_8897 1988 Ford F-350 Series Pickup Vehicle Description: 1988 Ford F-350 4x4 7.3, Diesel, at, 2nd owner, low mi, Dually conversion, all new brakes, runs, shifts great, needs exhst, body work, have drs, inspt, $3,500 OBO...
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    1966 Mercury Comt restore

    1966 Mercury Comet restore ...
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    How to: 3G install for 83-92 IDIs

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    Atten: Icanfixall

    I read u are looking for a 3 way brass T from the late style 7.3 fuel system. I have one i can part with, PMs arent working for me or i would habe done that. Its the same as the article i wrote up and allows for the larger return lines. Lemme know if u want it, ill let it go cheap.
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    Manually unmounting tires

    I have a few wheel/tires from my truck i no longer need/want and i wanna unmount them myself. the harbor freight manual tire changer is discontinued. I could very easily go to a local shop but id like to learn how to do it myself incase i need to make a tire repair when no one is open. I also...
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    Veiwing thanked posts

    IS there anyway to view what threads u were thanked on and what thread u thanked someone?
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    7.3 fuel system upgrade complete

    Upgraded my 7.3s fuel system from the old return line style to the new style. Wasnt hard, took maybe 2 hrs and i was doggin it. Ill have pics later on etither tonight or tomorrow.
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    Explorer overhead console

    Any interest in Explorer overhead consoles like the one Alienturtle did in the tech section for the IDIs? I have access to quite a few, most are gray in color with the garage door button/cubby holder. I can get the bracket and temp sensor as well.

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