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    7.3 IDI Engine Vibration At Idle

    Yeah it runs great I love the truck! Did I get screwed at $1800 though? Under the truck is pretty rusty, it was an Alaska truck originally before an Idaho truck. I'm just concerned about the leaks and the small vibration of the tranny at times. Completely new to fords and diesels. I've only...
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    7.3 IDI Engine Vibration At Idle

    I know they are separate from each other. I was just also stating that I find it weird that my temp gauge doesnt work even after driving for a bit in pretty warm weather.
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    7.3 IDI Engine Vibration At Idle

    Well my temp gauge doesn't work I dont think. It stays just right above the c even after 20 or 30 minutes of driving in 75 degree weather. And I knew how yo set the high idle but I've done that and it idles normally. I pulled a code 13 from the computer which is a low idle code. Maybe theres...
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    7.3 IDI Engine Vibration At Idle

    Yeah theres a little bit of dirt mixed in the oil that's on the bottom, some of it is shiny but most of it isnt.
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    7.3 IDI Engine Vibration At Idle

    Engine was replaced at 70k with a new engine from the dealer. Truck has had 72k miles since then. Previous engine was replaced due to cavitation. Owner had all the paperwork from him and the previous two owners.
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    7.3 IDI Engine Vibration At Idle

    The truck never goes into high idle even if I set the high idle before starting. Always fires right up though.
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    7.3 IDI Engine Vibration At Idle

    Oh okay. Nah I used to have a Chevy with a 6.5 Detroit but it didnt seem to vibrate as much I guess. Was wondering if that's maybe just how these IDIs run. I'm not sure if I got screwed on the deal or not. Paid $1800 for the truck. The inside is in great shape, outside has some rust and...
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    7.3 IDI Engine Vibration At Idle

    Okay but what is causing the engine vibration? I'm I suppose to be able to feel the engine running? It's pretty noticeable. Doesnt vibrate the entire truck but its noticeable enough that you can feel it.
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    7.3 IDI Engine Vibration At Idle

    So I'm new to these trucks. At idle, I can feel the engine running like vibrating almost. Seems to mostly be when it's in drive. Is this normal? Like is this just how these old diesel trucks are? When I have it in park and have the hood open, the engine isnt moving and it runs and idles...
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    Purchasing a 1995 F350 CC DRW Powerstroke questions

    So I'm supposed to make the two hour trip to Baker City this weekend to pickup a 95 F350 Crewcab Dually Powerstroke. Truck is a 5 speed and has 270,000 miles. The inside is clean and in very good shape, the outside of the truck is fair. I have not seen the truck in person but my friend who...
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    Questions about a 7.3 IDI

    Okay. I know they make turbo kits for these and I plan on doing a turbo install. Would the transmission be able to hold up to the turbo though or would I need to add a shift kit or something? I am slightly worried about the transmission. It did kinda hardshift once or twice. I'm pretty sure...
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    Questions about a 7.3 IDI

    So if I could get the truck for less than $2500, is it worth it?
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    Questions about a 7.3 IDI

    Thanks for the info! All the oil just concerns me. And the temp gauge not going up very high after 30 minutes and having the radiator be super hot. The original motor being replaced under warranty at 70k miles due to cavitation also concerns me for this motor. It's got about 72k on it. If I...
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    Questions about a 7.3 IDI

    Yeah the entire bottom of the engine was covered in oil
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    Questions about a 7.3 IDI

    No there was no smoke out the exhaust nor any white smoke upon starting. If I have to do the front and rear main seals and the oil pan gasket, would that require me to pull the engine? He easy would it be to put a turbo kit on this too?
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