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    New to me 7.3

    I had a project on the back burner. It was a 94 cab/chassis truck that I was going to put together. That changed. Just came uopn a 94 crew cab f350. 4wd Long story short is that the Crew cab is going to become a dually. I have the correct axles 4:10 ratio. from a dually truck. I...
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    I'm stumped

    No voltage to fuel shutoff switch Ok, in the short amount of time I had to work on it yesterday I determined there is no voltage to the fuel shutoff switch. All of the other accesories work. All of the fuses are good. I don't have a wait to start light and the glow plug relay is good and...
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    ***!

    I just saw that you have a '94. See you at Napa!;Sweet
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    ***!

    Shift shaft 3 things to look for. 1, cable off of the end of the shift shaft. It will be quite a ways down the column almost to the floor..............you will see where the cable attaches/or should attach to the shift shaft 2, the plate and arm that holds the cable may have come loose...
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    I'm stumped

    I am working on a 94 Idi Turbo. I replaced the shift shaft, steering box, rear axle seals and brakes, Now for some reason it won't start. The engine cranks but it will not fire. I have replaced the glow plug relay, All other accesories are working. Any clues as to wear to start? I do...
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    94 idi not starting.....wait to start light not coming on

    I have searched extensively. I have been working on a customers 94 idi turbo. I did replace the shift tube on the top of the column(auto) Replaced the steering box. replaced rear axle seals, new brakes, gear oil etc. I went to start it last night to get it out of the shop and the...
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    Is the ATS housing upgrade worth it???

    Downpipe etc I am building my first diesel tow rig. It's a 93 f350 dually 7.3 idi turbo, and a 5zf. I have the motor and tranny out of the truck right now and want to know what I should put on the motor while its out. Sounds like the newer larger downpipe is difficult to install and would...
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    I'm new, go easy on me.

    I do intend to replace the injectors and pump and return lines. I will also have it timed. We are at such high elevation here it only makes sense. Glow plugs are new. Thanks everybody for a great source of information.!! This forum rocks.
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    Looking for suggestions 90 7.3l 4x4 crew 5spd

    I'm a newb too! We are in the same boat. I just got my first 2 IDI's One its turbo the other not. Guess which one I will be using? :) Definatly read through the Frequently Asked Questions. I am working my way through them and find them very informative. Does anybody know of a 4"...
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    I'm new, go easy on me.

    Correction Sorry..............the replacement engine is a 94. It is not a powerstroke. How can you answer my questions if I don't give you the correct information?! Sorry about that. The truck is a 4wd. 5sp.
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    I'm new, go easy on me.

    I just picked up a 92 f 350 dually with the 7.3 normally aspirated diesel. It runs fine but I live at 7000 ft and drive passes of 10,000 ft or more on a regular basis. I happen to have a complete 94 7.3 turbo with 5 sp and xfer case. I intend to swap that in. My questions are: 1...
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    7.3 into a suburban?

    I am sure I was wrong with the year of the truck. I know it was the stock engine. I know it is not a powerstroke. I found the right transfercase today. So the plan is as follows. 7.3 IDI/5sp manual/3 sp brownie box/Divorced 205 transfer case I have everything but the 5sp manual 2wd...
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    7.3 into a suburban

    I pm'ed you. I definatly have the IDI. And I do have the 7.3 which I paid nothing for, so I have to go with it. What is this "cavitation" you are referring to. Things that I know of that cavitate are pumps and props etc. Things in water. Is there a cure for this "cavitation". I will do...
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    7.3 into a suburban?

    Thanks a ton, no it is not a powerstroke. I have searched for posts on the swap. I will just have to keep bothering guys like you and Genlightening. I know a cummins would be easier.............however I don't own a cummins I own the 7.3 and it was free. How difficult will the wiring...
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    7.3 into a suburban

    I may have the yr incorrect.............the truck did not have the Power stroke badge on it. I need to go look at the old truck in the junkyard today.............I have the motor..........it's been under a tarp for almost 3 yrs. I am just trying to put this all together................ By...
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