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    2012 E-350 shift intelock

    Guys is thee any way to permanently remove or by pass the shift interlock on a '12 E-350? I cant see spending money on something like this...... I dont see the need for it anymore......sometimes it works, sometimes it doesnt.... I feel this way:if you dont need one on a stick shift vehicle, why...
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    Newbie with '84 6.9 IDI with issues

    IDI engine dont LEAK!!!! Much like a VW, they merely "mark their spot"!!! ( any oldy but a goody)
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    Is there any benefit?

    My question: with the soup bowl removed, will a flow through muffler ( glasspack) actually help the economy? Asking for a friend:)
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    How did you get into an IDI?

    My buddy had this '89(LuLu Belle) extended cab with a ZF5 sitting under his car port. In the middle of a West Texas heat wave his a/c goes out in the house..... his wife is working nights at the hospital....No$$$$$ because they just got back from a cruise and mama is P.O.'d... So I just...
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    Help with search or the answer.

    Run down to Lowes Home Improvement Center....In the weather proofing aisle should have what you need. Sometimes going to a truck and off road center may lead you to your goal....good luck
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    We've built some sheds on my property here in the free state of Texas and due to ours being out in the county: NO PERMITS! The county commissioners tried to have city inspectors work for them, but no dice... The agriculture and oilfield lobby are too strong ...Now someplaces look like a 3...
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    What is the fastest idi truck

    if it aint IDI , throw it back!!!
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    Too loud?

    im thinking some smittys glasspacks for mine. That way when my neighbor cranks up the music at night I can crank up old LuLu Belle! Seriously, Im thinking a turbo muffler may be the way to go if I can fined a bolt on unit.
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    What is the fastest idi truck

    I believe Wes on his claim to speed.. Im wondering what rear end ratio he is running. I cant go very fast in mine with a 4.10 rear, but it will pull when asked to and do it everyday....I know this much : my buddy Scooter and I got a '78 Chevy pick up with a built Olds 455 to run 171 mph...
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    What is the fastest idi truck

    Question: what is the fastest street legal 7.3 idi truck? and what is the top speed ? Question came to mind when speaking with a friend of mine. Im thinking a 7.3 with 3.55 gears and a 5 speed should have no problem hitting 100 mph.....any opinions or facts will be greatly appreciated.
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    exhaust manifold temperature

    chris 142 I would have to drive a fair piece to find a hill. This area is so flat if your dog runs out the front gate, you can still see him running away 2 days later.
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    exhaust manifold temperature

    Im still using the factory water outlet housing......Im thinking my timing is off. I am going to pull a heavy gooseneck trailer next month Ill try to get a reading on the manifold......
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    exhaust manifold temperature

    Hey guys what temperature does your exhaust manifold run when the engine is at operating temperature? With a laser temp indicator mine run about 250* to 300*; my question is if this is normal? I thought that it would be much higher. At this point I am completely covering my radiator with old...
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    RPM limit

    Wes, I would guess that with stock tires my '89 with 4.10 gears and 5 speed will top out at 95 mph. Am i correct? I have never got LuluBelle past 3 grand.....dont want to take a chance picking up pieces of engine( LOL).
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    best rpm to shift zf5?

    with 4.10 gears I take off in 2nd and wind it up to 1500 rpms. out on the highway i usually run 2100 / 60 mph. Never have wound it up past 2600
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    Lift pump problems

    Ok, guys here it is: This is the 2nd lift pump in 6 months that LuLuBelle has gone thru...The last 2 leak fuel and it stinks to say the least. I bought both from Oreillys and this one is going back tomorrow on warranty.. Can you guy lend any words of assistance or encouragement? SU AMIGO...
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    block heater question

    What size is the lower radiator hose on a 89 F-250? Im interested in that style heater, plus easy to install( I think). BTW I did block off the radiator completely this morning and got enough heat to defrost the windshield, plus got some heat in the cab... Not bad for for freezing...
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    block heater question

    ok , we got down to 17* the other morning and it was a little difficult to start LuluBelle. I know its not as cold where y ll are, but remember there aint nothing between us and the North Pole but a barbed wire fence North of Amarillo! That wind will cut through you pretty quick. but i...
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    block heater question

    Years ago I bought and used an inline engine heater. If I recall, it was installed in one of the heater hoses on my 1979 Ford pick up. I havent been able to locate one. Does anyone have a lead for that ? My factory freeze plug heater is toast and I dont like the idea of attaching a magnetic...
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    PSD vs IDI fuel economy

    Heck I get 15 mpg with a 5 speed ZF5 and 4.10 gears on flat West Texas desert roads.. often times with a either a headwind or tailwind......
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    Radiator: flush or replace with plastic spare

    Ive found that if you use the radiator repair kits that have an epoxy base, those repairs are generally permanent. Used them on the ranch and they didnt leak. can also use them on the fuel tanks. But first take your rad to the shop and see if its salvageable... a good rodding out of the...
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    this 'stat wont get hot enough

    My infrared temp indicator is where I get temp readings, not my gauge in the cluster....However when the needle hits "N" in normal its a pretty good bet the temp is about 180+. I didnt think about the thermostat housing..... guess Ill take it off and check...... should it have a rattle to it or...
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    this 'stat wont get hot enough

    Fordguy I bought the radiator and stat about one month ago......
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    this 'stat wont get hot enough

    franklin2 i get 120* after running 12 miles of highway... I guess Ill cut some cardboard and use it as a air shield....... as far as the fan clutch being locked Ive not heard the roar that accompanies the lock up.....
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    this 'stat wont get hot enough

    OK guys here's the full meal deal: I bought a new radiator for my '89 (aka LULU-BELLE) and while I was at it I bought a motorcraft 195* thermostat.. Its all well and good until we get this cold snap....now i Can get 120* if I dont block the radiator with cardboard! Is it my timing?? Do I need to...

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