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  1. catbird7

    Clock Spring

    I also was surprised that it corrected the heater controls. Doesn't seem logical they would be related.
  2. catbird7

    Clock Spring

    Air Bag light on in dash, cruise does not work, horn does not work, and heater controls stuck on defrost. A little research tells me to replace the clock spring and yep, it solved all of the issues except the air bag light is still on. Appreciate any advice on what to check next. My truck is a...
  3. catbird7

    Zd29s vs Zd9s...for the inquiring mind...

    @Farmer Rock did the plugs you received come packaged in a motorcraft bag?
  4. catbird7

    Where's everyone at?

    Been loving my crewcab powerstroke since getting it back together. Still working out a few bugs, planning to have it painted this summer. About 3000 miles on it since putting it back on the road. Going to start using it for my annual hunting trips to northern Maine. It's wonderful on the 4 lane...
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    7.3 IDI Turbo Build for '87 Crew Cab Dually 4x4

    There's an excellent machine shop not far from you located in southeast Pa. (Miller's Machine Shop). They did work for me on a set of powerstroke heads. Very pleased with their work.
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    What to look for in a truck that's been lifted?

    Black truck in my sig has stock F350 suspension + 2.5" front leveling kit with factory aluminum wheels and 35" bfg tires. Many miles, no issues. The 3" lift might be a body lift?
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    "Tank" my 91 Crew Cab Dually

    You can also buy zinc rich "cold spray galvanizing", we used it at work for touching up areas where the coating was thin. ASTM a123 dictates a processing standard and includes multiple coating thickness. The price tag seems reasonable to me however to someone living outside the rust belt may...
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    "Tank" my 91 Crew Cab Dually

    Regular white vinegar is excellent to etch fresh galvanized steel prior to painting and it's very affordable.
  9. catbird7

    '94 F350 Carrier Bearing Drop Spacer / 3" lift

    Didn't notice anywhere you mentioned what the original frame was prior to adding F-350 Axel's and suspension. If it was 4x4 F-250 I think you'll be fine with the stock location of the carrier bearing. The black truck in my sig started life as an F-250 and I added the same F350 components as you...
  10. catbird7

    7.3 idi factory ats turbo wastegate

    Others who run higher boost can offer better info however I think there's a point where studs are necessary to avoid blowing head gaskets.
  11. catbird7

    "Tank" my 91 Crew Cab Dually

    OH MY! That looks awesome! How well did it penetrate at the overlap areas where individual cross members intersect with main outer frame rails? Traditionally those are not problem areas for rusting, just curious how well the hot dip process worked.
  12. catbird7

    Farmer Rock's crew cab and 12 valve swap....

    Clearly see the logic in that. Anxious to follow your progress thru this project.
  13. catbird7

    another smoke video

    Only thing I see that's concerning is the air intrusion. To me the engine sounds healthy and the smoke appears normal for start up especially if it's cold. Electric pumps usually work best when they push fuel and with the pump located near the selector valve bad fittings and cracked fuel lines...
  14. catbird7

    Farmer Rock's crew cab and 12 valve swap....

    Facebook mertztown pa 1994 F350 single cab flatbed dually 4 x 4 with 5 spd and Cummins 12 valve p pump $5500. Maybe too late however figured I'd let you know.
  15. catbird7

    Farmer Rock's crew cab and 12 valve swap....

    She's purdy!
  16. catbird7

    "Tank" my 91 Crew Cab Dually

    When they quoted you price for galvanizing did they also include coating thickness? Hot dip galvanizing is typically rated G20 thru G90. G90 is often specified in government specs and likely what's used on the guardrails you mentioned. Even at the low end of the scale you're going to have a...
  17. catbird7

    Your thoughts on my reliability problems

    Yeah if the IDI has a compromised foundation (frame), I'd be cautious investing any money or time. If / when you decide to sell it, the frame issue will almost certainly reduce what you can get for it. If you already have a lot of new parts installed, might be worth looking for a similar truck...
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    Your thoughts on my reliability problems

    Both can be very reliable. The powerstroke looks nice however appearance doesn't necessarily translate to "reliable". Another trend to consider is fewer and fewer people do their own maintenance, therefore very often good vehicles are sold at reasonable prices when the owner is faced with a high...
  19. catbird7

    Jesus Freak's WMO IP thread

    I'd guess living in warmer location would make a huge difference because viscosity makes a huge difference. Our search engine seems sporadic so I didn't even try, however if memory serves, Mel from Conestoga had a pretty good thread on this. It was years ago and he's a top notch IDI guy. I don't...
  20. catbird7

    "Tank" my 91 Crew Cab Dually

    I use a garden sprayer with diesel and motor oil mix to spray everything under body. Always spray liberal amount up and over the inner rear fenders because that seems to be another repetitive place I notice our trucks rusting. Also drip the clean motor oil inside the tailgate until it drips out...
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    "Tank" my 91 Crew Cab Dually

    Just before winter I park my truck on a slight grade and drip clean motor oil in the door latches . As it gravitationally flows to the bottom of the door it follows the pinch weld until reaching the weep holes and runs out. It acts as a corrosion resistant in an area that's difficult to protect.
  22. catbird7

    Loss Prevention

    If you have an electric fuel pump, a very simple toggle switch on the pump could be all you need. If you wanted to get fancy, a proximity switch.
  23. catbird7

    Starting an 093 turbo install on my 91 F350

    If I remember, the pressure sending relocates to the turbo. Think I took some photos, see if I can find them and repost on this thread.
  24. catbird7

    Starting an 093 turbo install on my 91 F350

    I installed an 093 on mine years ago and recall removing a patch of firewall insulation plus making cuts in the pinch welds so they can easily be bent over. I used a powerstroke down pipe and mounted the glow plug controller on the firewall. Also used a slip on heat shield over the wires. It...
  25. catbird7

    Wtb diesel timing adaptor

    Farmer Rock (member here) had one. Might be worth a pm.

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