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  1. Haulinhorse

    What is this spring thing?

    Thank you for looking at the pic, but I have no clue what you are talking about....trying to learn though!
  2. Haulinhorse

    What is this spring thing?

    What the heck? This is a diesel...good lord...can I send you a pic of the engine? Tell me what you see oh wise one!!!!
  3. Haulinhorse

    What is this spring thing?

    What is this and what does it do? The bigger outer spring is not hooked to anything??!!
  4. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

    Man, you got that right! I am going to contact Conestoga Diesel, about an hour away....going with intuition that this truck is what I had hoped for....lol and hoping that the guy I got it from did not not screw me over! Would hate to have to go all cowgirl on him!
  5. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

    Actually it's about an hour away! Thank you so much!! Will make a call to set something up..this is exactly what I was hoping to find. You guys are the best. Really appreciate all your help.
  6. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

    It is a compliment!!! She only gets the best...Honeycrisp,Fuji,and Red Delicious...plus peppermint puffs.
  7. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

    Cool...down with that! Central Pa near Penn State....bring your tools and I can get the beer!!!
  8. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

  9. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

    Thank you Josh Bear....good tip...now that is something I can do! Kinda like getting your teeth cleaned...all kissy fresh! Lol...I am in the dental biz :thumbsup:
  10. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

  11. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

    Absolutely....I agree...I need to find me an oldtimer mechanic....dang young pups and all their computerized brains. Thanks chillman...you are as good as the apples I give to my horse!
  12. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

  13. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

    You guys are really helping me! Thanks!!!!! It is not a turbo,I am not the original owner, I have only had it about 1 year.....all filters are clean and new. Do not know what an IP is( I just know horses..lol) so this is where I come to and get info...
  14. Haulinhorse

    Mechanic said "I dunno" "makes no sense"

    Okay, so I left the 88 F250 7.3 IDI (150 K original miles) at a recommended mechanic,along with my 5200lb horse trailer(gooseneck) and said my problem was hils, inclines and cloud of black smoke when trying to climb. He took it out for several runs thinkin tranny might be bad....says its all...
  15. Haulinhorse

    What else do you drive?

    2014 Subaru Forester and a 1200lb Haflinger!
  16. Haulinhorse

    Black smoke and decrease in speed on hill ?

    By no means do I think you are a jerk or badmouthing anyone!!!! I respect your opinion and honesty and always look forward to your replies. Did not get a reason from the mechanic yet,I was with patients when he called but I will get more info on Monday. I have had no problems except the smoke...
  17. Haulinhorse

    Black smoke and decrease in speed on hill ?

  18. Haulinhorse

    Black smoke and decrease in speed on hill ?

    Mechanic had my truck and trailer for a week...he says he is pretty sure it needs a new transmission???!!! It has 150k original miles on is this normal??!!! I think the guy I bought it from has royally ripped me off and is a scam artist(I will deal with that my own way) but what will I be...
  19. Haulinhorse

    Black smoke and decrease in speed on hill ?

  20. Haulinhorse

    Crazy IDI build ideas

    You do that and you can haul me and the horse around!!!!
  21. Haulinhorse

    Black smoke and decrease in speed on hill ?

    Lol...or you could be the first donor in a Go Fund Me account! Will see if I can pick up some overtime in my dental job!!!! Thanks,pal.
  22. Haulinhorse

    Black smoke and decrease in speed on hill ?

  23. Haulinhorse

    Black smoke and decrease in speed on hill ?

    Hey ...thanks so much....I know they are like a draft horse without thoroughbred speed. I'm gonna keep her and just deal with it !
  24. Haulinhorse

    Black smoke and decrease in speed on hill ?

    THAT I would consider....thank you! Like having options and you guys have been helpful and honest!
  25. Haulinhorse

    Black smoke and decrease in speed on hill ?

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