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    Tachometer jumpy when using hvac

    Years of running clearance lights on a travel trailer fried at least 1 - maybe two headlight switches before I switched out to LED on most lights (not on brake/turn bulbs though). It gets hot. The stock alternator on my '93 with the serpentine belt has performed adequately though the original...
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    Exhaust Manifold Removal

    A couple of years ago I took my pristine '93 7.3 IDI to Midas for a state inspection as I have done for years. This time they claimed the exhaust manifold gasket was leaking and had to be replaced. I looked for any sign of a leak and found nothing. Took it to another shop and got a sticker...
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    2000 mile trip in 1990 F250 with 2,400 lbs in bed?

    I'd check rear tire temperatures at fuel stops - either with your hand or an IR contactless thermometer. That will give you a good idea of overall conditions. If you'll be driving at night aim the headlights lower counting the turns so you can return the headlights to their previous adjustment...
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    School me on obs dash

    I bought an oil pressure sensor for a Ford gas V8 engine prior to 1988. Threads match and there's plenty of room. . There's no numbers on the dashboard oil pressure "gauge" but the needle will reflect actual pressure rather than the on/off factory sensor. Something like...
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    School me on obs dash

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    Samco Sport Silicone Radiator Hose Reviews

    I'm fairly certain that I'm on the 2nd set of radiator hoses my truck has had in 33 years. The factory originals lasted about 16 years and didn't leak and looked good but due to their age were replaced around 2009.
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    Hit a pothole and fire

    Isn't there an always hot wire to a brake pressure switch (cruise control) in that area? Ford sent me dozens of recall notices years ago. That arrangement caused a number of fires back in the day. https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2007/RCRIT-07V336-5008.pdf My cruise control quit prior to that so...
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    Rear Freeze Plugs

    Heard a call in radio program claiming that many of today's replacement freeze plugs are not adequately oversized. Something to consider...
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    E4od delayed upshifting

    I recall reading about two replacement TPS parts to choose from - black or grey plastic with black TPS being a better quality. Anyone else?
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    Bolt on exhaust system recommendations

    Finally got through to Complete Performance. The company that makes the 7.3 Hypermax bolt on kit stopped production temporarily. It's supposed to be temporary and may start up again. Pre-orders taken now.
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    Another fuel tank eaten by salt.

    Mine came with factory skid plates on the side tank and the rear tank. The side tank is plastic - some came through like that. The rear tank is steel and it developed rust spots serious enough to leak so the skid plate served no protection against corrosion. Treated roads create a mist under a...
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    Bolt on exhaust system recommendations

    Walker/Rockauto has 2 1/2" exhaust. No custom shops nearby.
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    Bolt on exhaust system recommendations

    I currently have a Walker stock exhaust - very small diameter. No turbo nor any plans for one. I like the Hypermax 3.5" as it appears to follow the stock installation - over the axle and exiting on the drinker's side of the truck $795. Hypermax isn't answering their phone or returning messages...
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    I'm considering a 3 1/2" Hypermax which I believe is similar to the Flowmaster. Do you notice any improvement, and is the cab noise worse?
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    gas station diesel

    I've used Stanadyne Performance Formula most of the years I've owned my '93 7.3. Got over 150,000 miles on the factory pump and injectors. It also disperses water so I never have to drain water from the filter.
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