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Project Queso
Update. I've been working on getting the '08 seats fitted, this coupled with recovery from a surprise follow-up surgery has kept any "major" progress from occurring. Hoping to get back at it full swing soon. In my recovery "downtime", I've integrated seat heat control into the Arduino that...- krogo
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- Forum: 6.9L IH & 7.3L IDI Diesels
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Project Queso
I completely made the switch to Pennzoil Ultra Platinum in everything but the diesels around the place. We currently have two p2 Volvo's, both with the 2.5 5 cylinder, one turbo, one NA. When I made the switch 6 years ago I sent samples off for analysis and honestly, I couldn't tell the...- krogo
- Post #93
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Project Queso
The one absolute upside is no leaking wastegate valve. "Wiring" the wastegates closed, I read, is very common on these factory turbos. @Thewespaul helped me with turbine and compressor sizing, so I defer to his wealth of knowledge and experience. Exactly right. I've used copper washers and...- krogo
- Post #91
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Project Queso
Sorry for the delay. The new oil pan and pickup arrived and I did get them installed. Since I last posted, life got in the way. The daughters Volvo S60 suffered a blocked oil pickup (Something common on high mileage P2 Volvo's) My Volvo XC70 (DD) decided on the coldest week of the year to...- krogo
- Post #88
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Project Queso
We'll see how I feel tomorrow. Good news. Somehow the eBay algorithm missed a pickup tube in my search earlier. One was available fairly close to me and is on the way.- krogo
- Post #87
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Project Queso
What I HAVE learned is that this engine hoist is going in the scrap pile when I'm done. It shall not pass go, it shall never reach Valhalla, it shall be condemned to rot in a pile of burning Sulphur for all eternity. And I shall live with shame and embarrassment for using such an abomination.- krogo
- Post #84
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Project Queso
Ohh, it's very much deformed. I completely appreciate the situation! Hopefully someone in a warmer climate (;) @Thewespaul ;)) has one lying around. I'm a complete bonehead. Ughhh..- krogo
- Post #82
- Forum: 6.9L IH & 7.3L IDI Diesels
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Project Queso
Minor disaster. While moving the engine around the shop making room in preparation to install it, the stupid engine hoist tipped over. Upon inspection, it seems the engine landed squarely on the oil pan, crushing it. I know I'm in for a pan obviously and I'm not going to gamble on the pickup...- krogo
- Post #80
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Project Queso
No joke... It surprised the hell out of me! There was also assembly lube in play. I also have no idea where timing is (it's obviously in the ballpark). Its got a Denso style starter (forgot the brand) on fresh batteries and a charger cooking. She was spinning over fast. We'll see if this was a...- krogo
- Post #79
- Forum: 6.9L IH & 7.3L IDI Diesels
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Project Queso
I was actually surprised it lit off without glow plugs in a 50 degree building! I had been wondering if the Ceramic coating on the pistons and the Total Seal rings would effect cold starting in a noticeable way. My initial observations are that is has! I had considered blipping for the...- krogo
- Post #77
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Project Queso
Weekend update (Saturday Edition) Located a Manual Trans flywheel. Bled Injection pump lines and built oil pressure. Gator clipped the IP to the batteries, Turned her over and she lit off nicely. Ran it at ldle for 15 seconds to verify Oil pressure and I've identified a couple fuel leaks on...- krogo
- Post #75
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Project Queso
Thanks, That means a lot coming from you! I did take the opportunity to replace the evaporator while I had easy access. It honestly would have been impossible with the engine in as the bottom screws were so wasted I had to grind them out. Glad I did too. Even though the face of the evaporator...- krogo
- Post #74
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Project Queso
The Floor and Tunnel Shield II wasn't too bad to work with. I found that a set of Vinyl siding/Roofing shears worked beautifully for cutting the material. Tin snips and carpet shears just bound up on the adhesive layer. Although the product forms easily by hand, I used body and a ballpeen...- krogo
- Post #71
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Project Queso
On the crossover and up-pipe casting: Form-A-Shield from DEI. It's a pain to work with, but I'm enjoying the challenge. I figured it couldn't hurt to keep the heat in the turbo and keep the heat out of the bay. On the firewall: Floor and Tunnel shield II, also from DEI. Honestly, I've enjoyed...- krogo
- Post #69
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Project Queso
Weekend update. Firewall Thermal / Sound barrier installed. Finally mounted the Turbo. Final parts for Engine side Fuel system will arrive Monday.- krogo
- Post #67
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Project Queso
I'm aware of car-part, however I was very unaware of the free shipping aspect! Thank you for the tip! I got my replacement core support from them. They are sure proud of their freight shipping though. With the fenders at $99 a piece, it's hard to cough up $150 in freight. No luck locally...- krogo
- Post #66
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Project Queso
Weekend update. Front end is back on it's wheels. Fuel filter pedestal and alternator bracket mounted. Engine Harness finished. Just waiting on a few parts yet before I can drop the engine back in. Looking for recommendations on sources of body panel replacements. The fenders are in...- krogo
- Post #62
- Forum: 6.9L IH & 7.3L IDI Diesels
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Project Queso
Continued from previous page. Engine side of things. Harness modifications nearly complete. Rerouted wiring to the front of the engine. It's a bit busy now, but I'll take busy over wiring failures under a turbo. Waiting on the new fuel pressure sensor (lost in USPS limbo) to finish harness...- krogo
- Post #61
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Project Queso
Been a while. Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season! I've been busy. Took the front end off Queso. Blasted, Cleaned and Painted. New power steering lines. New radius arm and axle pivot Urethane bushings lubed with Schaeffer 238. New shocks. New ball joints (w/Moog adjustable camber...- krogo
- Post #60
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Question on Timing
I'm horrible, of course @Thewespaul of CDD fame. He does make a replacement. I'm a bad.- krogo
- Post #21
- Forum: 6.9L IH & 7.3L IDI Diesels
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Question on Timing
I could always tell when mine was active, but to my ear it is subtle and on a warm engine or even "warmish" it was harder to detect. You may not have your ear trained for it yet. Glow plug harness is a cinch to replicate. I have my old one handy if you need some pics.- krogo
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Modify 7.3 idi vs cummins swap
Ohhh, That'll be cool- krogo
- Post #70
- Forum: 6.9L IH & 7.3L IDI Diesels
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Question on Timing
Ohh, And when you replace the glow plugs, make sure you goop the threads with some anti-seize and torque to 12 lbf⋅ft- krogo
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- Forum: 6.9L IH & 7.3L IDI Diesels
