Robert Siliani
Registered User
Topic says it all. Rather new to me 2001 7.3 with approx 300k. Changed all fluids, suspension work done, new batteries, starter, and radiator. No Codes, engine diagnostic passed Injector electrical , glow plug monitor, cylinder contribution self-test. No blow-by at oil fill. Drove it approx 3k miles. Then after radiator replacement and complete flush and fill with Motor-craft VC5 coolant and F8 Additive, engine very noisy from the lower end and white smoke with a sweet smell fogging very bad. Engine shut off and even with a brand new starter almost didn't want to crank. Also found radiator sucking coolant out of reservoir and refilling with distilled water just sucked into engine over 4 gallons. That is when I learned about captivation of diesel engines. Many thanks to Eric Williams and his through article called: "
Cavitation
The Complete Guide " found here: https://www.oilburners.net/articles/cavitationartic.html Unfortunately I need either a rebuild and re sleeve of my existing engine or a re manufactured 7.3 engine that has been re sleeved by a reputable engine builder. I'm thinking about purchasing a long block. Any ideas where I could source one ? This way, I could strip the engine in the truck and save a little by doing some of the work myself.
Cavitation
The Complete Guide " found here: https://www.oilburners.net/articles/cavitationartic.html Unfortunately I need either a rebuild and re sleeve of my existing engine or a re manufactured 7.3 engine that has been re sleeved by a reputable engine builder. I'm thinking about purchasing a long block. Any ideas where I could source one ? This way, I could strip the engine in the truck and save a little by doing some of the work myself.