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  1. catbird7

    Extended cab side window trim

    Definitely bolted in and requires removing interior trim to access fasteners. Take extra care handling that plastic cause it's old, brittle, and sometimes difficult to locate replacements. Biggest problem will be getting the should belt anchor bolts out.
  2. catbird7

    Bullnose Parts Truck

    The cap looks very similar to the old Ford factory caps. I had one years ago, they were super heavyweight. If the grille is decent, might be worth saving, it's the most common thing damaged in most accidents and fairly expensive to buy new. Even those rectangular headlights if they're good. If...
  3. catbird7

    Sons 93 F350 CC 4x

    Just as important, also make sure the breather tube isn't clogged. Over the years I've found them clogged by mud wasp nest on several occasions. Pull the rubber hose off and blow thru checking for blockage. While the hose is off, also verify the nipple is clear into rear housing with a pipe...
  4. catbird7

    IDI Wizards, your best guess please...

    Could it be as simple as a clogged cdr valve?
  5. catbird7

    Oil Burner website

    I'm going in Tuesday, I'll check then. New restrictions were were added after our system was hacked.
  6. catbird7

    Oil Burner website

    Unfortunately I don't.
  7. catbird7

    Fuel Pump Block Off Plate

    I think it's simply a big block Chevy block-off plate.
  8. catbird7

    Oil Burner website

    It's terrible, I'm suffering from withdraw! If it continues, I'm going to seriously consider retirement!
  9. catbird7

    Oil Burner website

    Any chance the website will be changed so I can view it from work! Days are awful long without it....... I'm not a computer guru however think it has something to do with cookies, and not the kind I eat too many of.
  10. catbird7

    Air Bag set up ??

    I haul an old slide in camper and use air bags. No on board dedicated, compressor however I do have a 12v air compressor that doubles for tire inflation. Usually air up one time and it's good for entire season. Typically put 50 psi in the bags and 50psi in each rear tire.
  11. catbird7

    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Yep, unfortunately it was me. I had terrible luck with their product. There's two of them in my scrap aluminum pile and we shipped two back. Shipping damage was always an issue. Leaks consistently developed between tank & cores. I will say the company always stood behind their product, I gave up...
  12. catbird7

    2 glow cycles now

    Fuel quality is another contributor to lazy starts. I've noticed over the last few years winter fuel quality seems to be worse. Might consider trying a triple dose of fuel additive to increase certain before going down the glow plugs and wiring check list.
  13. catbird7

    Suddenly no more headlights?

    Cheap replacement switches, both headlight and dimmer have probably destroyed miles of wiring. Real FORD replacement parts are always your best bet and the member tested relay upgrade is an excellent method for protecting your wiring harness against a possible melt down. I also like using...
  14. catbird7

    So What Did You Do With Your PSD Today?

    Good to know! First point of concern on this project is dealing with airbags. I've never had to remove them and understand they can be dangerous. I'm planning to remove both dashboards and reinstall the 2000 dash into the 2003 dually. At this point I'm simply collecting information trying to...
  15. catbird7

    So What Did You Do With Your PSD Today?

    Officially joined the powerstroke team! Never wrenched on one of these, long time idi owner. Just now purchased 2003 F-350 crewcab dually 4x4 7.3 powerstroke 6spd as a project. This truck unfortunately experienced an extensive under hood electrical meltdown destroying virtually everything under...
  16. catbird7

    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Bought the next "project" and it's not an IDI. 2003 crewcab dually 4x4 7.3 powerstroke 6spd that experienced an underhood electrical meltdown / fire. Virtually destroyed everything under hood. Also bought 2000 F-250 single cab 7.3 powerstroke 6 spd 4 x 4 as parts truck. Going to be a ton of...
  17. catbird7

    Rebuild, Power Stroke or Cummins?

    If my engine flew apart tomorrow, I believe I'd be looking for a 24 valve Cummins. Those engines have always impressed me in both power and fuel economy. I wouldn't even "hot rod" it, stock power is plenty for my taste.
  18. catbird7

    Missing Emblems

    Early bulls also had FORD on the hood. Front parking lights are different color. These trucks also had the Swiss cheese frame. First trucks with ignition switch on column & plastic dash. Another little piece of info, if you're scraping one of these (F100 or F150) some have a very desirable Ford...
  19. catbird7

    Missing Emblems

    I think the 80 grille is a one year design and has no Ford blue oval in the center.
  20. catbird7

    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Oh Lord, don't say that! I'm too damn old to change jobs now. I'"ve been employed by the same company since graduating from college and if the economy maintains I'm done in four years. "Under body spray" I wasn't referring to anything exotic. Simply meant I touched up black spray paint on...
  21. catbird7

    Battery light on in cab, slow starter...

    3g swap eliminates the voltage regulator and that wiring harness.
  22. catbird7

    So what did you do with your truck today?

    You're going to force me to reveal my severely lacking computer skills! I've always used my work computer to attach photos on this forum, however something has changed with security and I can no longer access this site from work. Bummer! This little tablet I'm using is very likely capable...
  23. catbird7

    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Finally got my truck all cleaned up from hunting season. Washed, waxed, vacuum, resprayed everything, frame, rears, springs, under body. She's parked in the garage ready to go now!
  24. catbird7

    Battery light on in cab, slow starter...

    There are so many knowledgeable people on this site, I rarely have the opportunity to offer legitimate advice. Therefore, As I clear my throat while stepping up to the podium, ugh, hum. Armed with my newly acquired knowledge (thanks to folks on this forum) allow me to state this in aloud and...
  25. catbird7

    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Usually the "off road" pump is in a completely different location. As far as I can recall that's the only time ever saw off road fuel on the opposing side of normal diesel.

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