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u2slow
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7.3 idi hard to start unless use starting fluid or block heater
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I like to use a DC clamp ammeter to prove the glow plugs. Should be looking at 130-140A aggregate draw, IIRC. If less, you have 1 or...
Jan 26, 2026
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7.3 vs 6bt vs 6.9 idi turbo
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Some say the TTB rides better than a solid-axle, but I havent personally noticed a difference. It also makes less difference on good...
Jan 23, 2026
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Battery relocation.
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H8 would be an odd-duck for my fleet, but I like your ingenuity!
Jan 12, 2026
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In my ‘94 Crew Cab I moved the batteries to the frame with some custom mounts. I decided to use “H8” batteries as they are short enough...
Jan 12, 2026
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Battery relocation.
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Seems like nearly always wet and dirty does the corrosion. Not cold enough here for much salting. Edit: if that's really how you want...
Jan 7, 2026
u2slow
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Battery relocation.
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I don't fuse cranking batteries. I want all the amps without popping anything. I don't figure 150A will hold for long. For other types...
Jan 6, 2026
u2slow
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rearend width on cab/chassis/flatbed vs. dually truck
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The frame width is more standardized than the axle track width. However, Dodge c&c's kept with a 38" frame at least into the 6.7L era.
Jan 6, 2026
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Driveline Park Brake
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The factory hub style brakes make your truck legal. Add-on hydraulic line locks are a typical add-on for any tow-truck operator. Edit...
Jan 6, 2026
u2slow
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Battery relocation.
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I had a battery like that on the frame of my E350. Terrible access, and prone to heavy corrosion. I brought both batteries inside after...
Jan 6, 2026
u2slow
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95 F350 Frame Swap to 96 F-Superduty.
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As you probably know, that assembly bolts on like a tcase. If you choose the NP205 as your tcase, there are aftermarket kits for those...
Jan 5, 2026
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95 F350 Frame Swap to 96 F-Superduty.
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I here to warn you the E4OD is disappointing and may well re-ignite your caring. That was the case for me having had a PSD/ZF5 first...
Jan 4, 2026
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rearend width on cab/chassis/flatbed vs. dually truck
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Should be the same or similar. The C&C diffs are narrower than dually pickups, but the width isn't exactly standard. The wider format...
Jan 2, 2026
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7.3 powerstroke lift pump
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It's more likely the fuel bowl and/or hoses & clamps. If I still had a PSD, I would have gone to electric in a dual/duplex fashion (for...
Dec 26, 2025
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Transmission upgrade on my 83 4x4
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Yes, but no routine inspections.
Dec 23, 2025
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Transmission upgrade on my 83 4x4
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Good point. I guess I've had so many vehicles with a busted speedo or odo that I've stopped caring. Would do an electric or gps...
Dec 23, 2025
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