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MasterChiefIDI
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2026 Best Oil Filter for the 7.3 IDI?
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I was wanting to know what oil filter do you use for the 7.3 IDI? For reference, the factory FL784 filter was rated for like 30 Microns...
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Guys, I used to own a machine shop and have personally installed a lot of sleeves. Yes, this method depicted by the OP is not uncommon...
Jun 29, 2026
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If it helps, you can mess up the hones down there as much as you like, so long as the are the piston rings travel is untouched.
Jun 27, 2026
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Thank you for your input. I have essentially arrived at the same conclusion after looking closer. I see in that diagram there's a step...
Jun 22, 2026
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Normal. Will have no significant impact on engine operation. No action required. It's one of 2 standard ways to ensure the sleeve...
Jun 22, 2026
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Godspeed, makes sense and for a truck you’ll have forever it’s the right call IMO. Love how these trucks are the opposite of disposable
Jun 16, 2026
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Just wanted to update this thread with my final decision for future readers. I got lucky and found a set of rusty heads locally here...
Jun 16, 2026
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CDD injection line issues
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I thought this was interesting... from the AERA bulletin for the 7.3/6.9 pertaining to injection lines. "Injection lines - Due to the...
Jun 16, 2026
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Thank you for the feedback. This is terrible. I somehow missed it on pickup. This is the same machinist that messed up my first block...
Jun 16, 2026
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Maybe ask your machinist again. Show him the pictures. I don't know that this would contribute to piston slap since it's at the bottom...
Jun 15, 2026
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Today I was assembling my motor when I noticed I have a somewhat sharp edge on 3 of my 8 sleeved cylinders. pressing a feeler next to...
Jun 15, 2026
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Thanks. Actually gave Justin a call yesterday. He said intake may be a bit tight (slightly less than 1.800") but that's no big deal...
Jun 13, 2026
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a quote from justin at r and d " comp cams 910-16... you can set them to 1.800' height for ideal seat pressure, but dropping them in as...
Jun 13, 2026
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Do you need the rubber hose that goes between the fuel tank and filler neck? If so, this is the only place to get the right part...
Jun 11, 2026
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WARNING about King Main Thrust Bearings
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Got my nos Clevite thrust bearings in today. They measure 3.322-3.323" so in spec! I plan to run these.
Jun 3, 2026
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