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  1. nitroguy

    Real world turbo towing limits - chime in!

    It's the Montana way!
  2. nitroguy

    Turbo 6.9idi in a 1949 Ford F1: Change My Mind.

    Now THAT was a fun read. Thanks for cataloging it so well! Lots to consider. Spending most of my time now researching turbocharger designs, a/r ratios, spool speeds, pulses, etc. Man, what an in-depth field! Fun stuff! Thanks for the encouragement guys. I'll make sure to keep everyone posted!
  3. nitroguy

    Turbo 6.9idi in a 1949 Ford F1: Change My Mind.

    Question for you @IDIoit, on this guy, can you post (or PM if no one else is interested) what your manifold setup looks like to get those turbo's there? It looks like stock manifolds turned upside down and flipped sides, but I assume that's waaaay to simplistic of a possibility. Thanks! You...
  4. nitroguy

    Smoking deal in Washington

    Anyone in the market for another truck? (as in, all of us!) Found this pair this morning, you could probably flip the powerstroke and have a free clean IDI! (Not my truck, though it would be if I lived closer and had the liquid income)...
  5. nitroguy

    Turbo 6.9idi in a 1949 Ford F1: Change My Mind.

    @IDIoit you are definitely in the "pushing me further into delusional" realm. THOSE TRUCKS ARE GORGEOUS. I'll have to rethink the front end idea, sounds like Crown Vic is a no go. Even with upgraded air springs? Is it the bearings/bushings/tierods/etc that will go poop on me? You have to...
  6. nitroguy

    Turbo 6.9idi in a 1949 Ford F1: Change My Mind.

    This is what I need to hear. Just confirming I heard you right: which is fatter, taller, longer? The idi?
  7. nitroguy

    Turbo 6.9idi in a 1949 Ford F1: Change My Mind.

    Hey guys, I need your help (or your delusion to push me off the cliff). Slightly off topic, but it's about IDI's, and sometimes it's fun to take a break from the normal. If this isn't allowed, please move/delete. I've got a 1949 Ford F1 (named Frank) that I want to repower. It's got the...
  8. nitroguy

    How do you bleed the clutch on Ann t19

    Thanks! I'll do just that
  9. nitroguy

    How do you bleed the clutch on Ann t19

    Hey guys, thread revival. My 4 speed in my 84 (t19, right?) Suddenly is getting hard to shift into gear and the clutch doesn't disengage until almost at the firewall. I've got a vacuum bleeder I use for brakes, is there a nipple that I could use to bleed the clutch? DOT3 fluid?
  10. nitroguy

    Bullnose / Bricknose Body Work Compatibility

    Super helpful! Thank you! Those photos comparisons were PERFECT. and yes, I'm biased, but bullnose proportions are juuuust right. :) And yes, Fred is indeed a flatbed. One more since I got ya - in the bullnose generation, from a sheet metal standpoint, what is the same between half ton and...
  11. nitroguy

    Bullnose / Bricknose Body Work Compatibility

    So....keep looking and let this one go. Sounds good, thanks guys!
  12. nitroguy

    Bullnose / Bricknose Body Work Compatibility

    Quick question guys. Which body panels will fit from a Bricknose backwards to a bullnose? I've got an 84 f350, but there's an 89 half ton locally that has a straight body. My front quarter panels and doors are pretty abused. Any chance the 89 panels would fit? (the 89 is a gasser, if that...
  13. nitroguy

    Water Separator - Dumb Question time

    Hey guys, quick question for you. I've tried searching, but "Water Separator 6.9" returns about as many threads as there are in total on this board. Apparently it's an issue! Here's my question: My Water in Fuel Light comes on when I'm under load. I swapped Fuel Filters, and it didn't really...
  14. nitroguy

    18.4 MPG!

    Just came to post that. I couldn't believe it. My first fill up was 16.5mpg, and I thought it was a fluke it was so high. Then the next tank yielded the impressive 18.4! My last truck, a 2002 Dodge ram 1500 would get 10.5, so I'm thrilled! I drive mostly country type roads with lots of slowing...
  15. nitroguy

    Injector life?

    Sounds good. Thanks guys, I appreciate the info! It seems like the truck has 160k on it from wear and tear, and knowing the injectors can last that long helps confirm it. Thanks!
  16. nitroguy

    Formally Introducing... Red Fred the Rusty ol Flatbed

    I've also gotta say, now that this thing doesn't leak, starts (fairly) easily, and runs well, it is AWESOME!! I don't know how this tuck brings more joy and contentment than any of my other rigs, but it does! I'm hooked! From my recent trip into work. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
  17. nitroguy

    Formally Introducing... Red Fred the Rusty ol Flatbed

    I ordered up the F26C, which is what the website recommended for my year. Wasn't HARD, but wasn't the easiest either. Removed the bed wood, got the old tank out quickly. Since there was a hole in the bottom it made it light. [emoji16] Worst part was the quarter inch interference with the tow...
  18. nitroguy

    Injector life?

    Is it possible for injectors to last 160k miles? I think mine are original (see photo, it looks like they are painted International Grey, which makes me think original. Maybe?). I'm trying to figure out if my truck has rolled over once, making my mileage 160k miles, or not yet rolled over...
  19. nitroguy

    Formally Introducing... Red Fred the Rusty ol Flatbed

    Thanks for the kind words all! Yeah, the ol F1 is the next project once Red Fred is reliable (ie: starts without ether, stops, and doesn't die at freeway speeds). Should be a fun project. Frank is that one's name. :) Quick question for the gurus here - looking to buy that extended tank, and...
  20. nitroguy

    Bronco tank measurements request

    @Thewespaul So, I'm pretty sure I have the cab and chassis. Does this confirm it? Secondarily, both my tanks have leaks, and I'm looking to replace my tank. Is the 33gal bronco the tank for me? If so, do you happen to know the best part no and/or source for that?
  21. nitroguy

    Bronco tank measurements request

    @Thewespaul, what did you discover about a larger tank in the cab and chassis? That's what I've got and need to replace my tanks and lines.
  22. nitroguy

    Front Cab Mounts

    While we are talking extremes, you could always just move. Montana doesn't inspect cars at all - heck four-wheelers and horses are street legal here! I mean, Montana is prettty full, so I wouldn't come HERE, but I'm sure other states can be at least a bit cool like us. ;)
  23. nitroguy

    Formally Introducing... Red Fred the Rusty ol Flatbed

    Ha! Yeah, not quite hibernation, although it's sounded nice at times. I've used working on my truck as the carrot to keep me working on my shop. I couldn't touch it until I got my walls insulated and covered. Now that he runs, it's sheetrock the ceiling, and side the gable ends, paint, and I'm...
  24. nitroguy

    Formally Introducing... Red Fred the Rusty ol Flatbed

    Update on Fred! It's been a long time since I've worked on the truck. Mostly it sat all winter long while I worked on my shop. Now that my walls are up, I'm indulging just a bit and diving into some maintenance to get the truck going. First order of business was glow plugs. Got those swapped...
  25. nitroguy

    What is this on my 1984 6.9 idi

    Ha! Glad I clarified! Don't you, by law, have to put some disclaimer in there about the actual product enlarged to show detail, or for illustrative purposes only? I'm sure there's a three letter government agency about to pounce on you in three....two.... ;):idiot::p

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