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    Bosch glow plugs

    What is typical length of life for the Motorcraft plugs?
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    Bosch glow plugs

    I just replaced the glow plugs on my 1992 7.3 IDI with Motorcraft brand. The existing glow plugs were Bosch , only 3 out of 8 were good. None of them were swelled, came out super easy. Is Bosch a good brand for these engines? Starts 100 x better now with a good set installed. I used the bottom...
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    Glow plug controller cover

    Looks like an easy solution to the problem. I'll try it. Thanks
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    Glow plug controller cover

    A picture would be great. Thanks
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    Glow plug controller cover

    How did you attach the coffee can?
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    Glow plug controller cover

    That is the way I tested it. An ohm meter once I got it put confirmed it open.
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    Glow plug controller cover

    I had some time today when it wasn't raining or snowing and pulled the first glowplug on the right side looking at the engine. It was a Bosch brand. Tested bad with a test light Not swollen. I noticed that after replacing just this one plug the wait to start light stayed on longer than it ever...
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    7.3 return line

    Thanks for the help. This is my first IDI. I love the way it runs.
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    7.3 return line

    Where can you get a check valve that will fit there?
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    7.3 return line

    What is the purpose of the return line from the filter housing to the number 1 injector? A lot of people are plugging the filter housing and using a deadend cap at number 1. I'm not understanding why it's there. It's another source of air intrusion with it in place.
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    6.9 idi engine parts to good home

    Filter housing? Injection lines and clamps?
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    Belt tensioner

    Has anyone tried the tensioner with the shock absorber strut? This would surely stop that bouncing.
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    Belt tensioner

    I also wanted to ask about the bolts on the tensioner and idler. I think the tensioner assembly bolt is RH thread and the idler pulley is LH thread. Is that correct? The belt direction is LH on the tensioner pulley so it would be LH thread as well?
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    Belt tensioner

    The belt tensioner on my 92 7.3 has the open spring design. It looks like a replacement. It bounces as the belt turns. Is this normal ? Tension on the belt is fine.
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    Injector line clamps

    I need all four. Mine have seen better days. I'd buy what you have surplus
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