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Chuff, Chuff, Chuff
I like this suggestion. Won't hurt the valve, and good for my frustration. I'll try this afternoon and let you know. If I can free it up, and give it liberal dose of mystery oil perhaps....- Mike053
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Chuff, Chuff, Chuff
Adjacent cylinder compression = 400psi, so I'm leaning toward the "stuck in guide" scenario. Trying to find a tool that will let me remove spring without removing head from truck.- Mike053
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- Forum: 6.9L IH & 7.3L IDI Diesels
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Chuff, Chuff, Chuff
1988 f250 7.3 idi Middle of the desert, pull over for fuel and I hear this LOUD chuffing. Truck still runs, but with reduced power. I’m able to limp home. Chuffing from air intake. I measuring compression, cylinder 2 has 0 psi. Push rods not bent, rocker assembly appears OK. With rocker...- Mike053
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Flywheel Conversion in San Diego
Seeking a shop to install LUK SMF flywheel conversion in my '88 F250 IDI. I'd like someone that was done this conversion. Also want to replace rear main seal. Any suggestions?- Mike053
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