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    Fuel Pump Woes

    "If it was me I would replace with a mechanical pump again." X 2 1993 F250 7.3 IDI 278,000 miles on the 2nd mechanical lift pump. With an electric pump there are more things to go wrong.
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    Coolant heated fuel filter header, coolant flow questions

    I used 3/8" refrigeration tubing with about 8 wraps around the fuel filter and covered it with aluminum flashing. Teed into both heater hoses with ball valve shutoffs for summer use. I never tried running anything but fuel.
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    Air in fuel system after selector valve replacement

    Under heavy load (high speed) there's no fuel filter light on or lack of fuel judging from the throttle. It sure seems like air in the fuel.
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    Air in fuel system after selector valve replacement

    No filters but they replaced the fuel pickups. A clog couldn't allow air into the system - it would stop the flow of fuel.
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    Air in fuel system after selector valve replacement

    The truck is running but is surging - I've driven the truck at least 100 miles and the surging is better but still noticeable at times. Both tanks are full, I have switched back and forth from one tank to the other. I see no signs of leaking fittings. How long after the fuel system is disturbed...
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    Air in fuel system after selector valve replacement

    A local shop replaced the fuel selector valve, dropped both tanks and replaced the fuel (tube or sock) in each tank. When I picked the truck up it started hard, surged and bucked. The fuel filter/water separator was wet on the bottom so I replaced that and cleaned the fittings and schrader valve...
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    what is a good A/M electric fuel pump for a 6.9l?

    Forgive this question if it's been covered before... what is wrong with the stock mechanical lift pump? I'm on my 2nd mechanical lift pump on the 28 year old truck I bought new. The stock setup seems to be pretty reliable.
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    Tar like "gasket" around the trans tunnel?

    If you never think you'll have to remove it again urethane would work well - probably wouldn't need to use any other attaching method either. https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/d/b40066982/
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    Fuel tank switchover problem

    If the valve is happy on one tank for now can I run it and just not try switching tanks until the valve is replaced?
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    Fuel tank switchover problem

    Wow! Lots of good, useful information here. Many thanks!
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    Fuel tank switchover problem

    The truck ran fine on the front tank but when I switched over to the rear tank at 80mph the motor started bucking and the fuel filter light came on. Switched back to the front tank and the motor ran fine again. I did use the rear tank at lower speeds and it seemed to work fine. I don't think...
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    I think this one may not sell very fast

    I better put collision insurance back on my '93. It's worth a lot more than I thought.
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    Vibration and play

    High speed vibration can be difficult to solve. I tried Centramatic wheel balancers - they go one between the wheel and the hub and automatically apply weight to counteract an out of balance wheel/tire. No joy. I bought new steel wheels thinking one was bent or out of round . No joy. Took the...
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    Trans cooler?

    It's my opinion that a transmission can't be over cooled. I have done it on a TH400 and the E4OD long term without a problem.
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    Thoughts?

    The brake master cylinder fluid level will indicate whether the leak is fluid or oil. Gear oil smells awful My bet is on gear oil. The brake shoes can be salvaged with a propane torch and patience. The seals aren't too difficult to swap out - It's been a long time now but the last seals I...
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    Tires

    I hate high speed vibrations - which I've had with Wranglers and even the stock Generals. The most recent set is Michelin XPS RIB. It's a heavy tire with a 3086 Lb load capacity. Stiff sidewalls too. I suspect all that mass rotating does something to minimize vibrations, plus it's a well made...
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    Much difference with steering stabilizer?

    The Borgeson steering shaft made all the difference on my '93 4WD
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    Reliable & Trustworthy IDI/E4OD Mechanic In SW Houston

    If a shop is a member of Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association a network of other shops also in ATRA will warranty the work of the first shop. Years ago I had the misfortune of having a TM 400 swapped into my formerly 700R4 GMC pickup. The shop I chose was on the brink of failing but it...
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    Somebody better buy this truck!

    Not sure what the deal is - new looking low mileage Ford diesel pick-ups are occasionally listed with different towns - usually under $2,000.
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    The Official "Show Us Your Ride" pictures of member's trucks thread.

    1993 F-250 purchased new for $25,000. It has 277,000 miles. It has towed a 3 ton travel trailer to and from Sinaloa Mexico 8 times, yarded out logs when we cleared this lot 22 years ago, and plowed snow. The body is a Reading I used for an oil burner business I had for a few years. Maaco...
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    quick question. steering wheel

    I pulled the steering wheel, adjusted it from 2:00 to 12:00 and reinstalled - easily. Didn't need to force it. The directional signals still cancel as they always did. The Borgeson steering shaft installed easily and reduced the free play in the steering wheel by 50%. The remaining 50% is...
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    quick question. steering wheel

    That's not what I wanted to hear. It looks like I'll loosen both top and bottom set screws and hopefully get enough slack so I can turn the steering box a little and reconnect. I was careful not to disturb anything during the removal and replacement - just a little wrestling to get it back...
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    7.3 idi exhaust

    A turbo charger will quiet the exhaust a lot but without a turbo the exhaust noise would be obnoxious. A friend had a 6.5 GMC with a glass pack (and turbo) that sounded great.
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    quick question. steering wheel

    I replaced the steering shaft and now the steering wheel is at the 2:00 position on a straight road. Rather than going through all the grief at the steering box (removing and resetting the splined connection) Can I pull the steering wheel and center it that way? I can't remember of the steering...
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    Fuel Additives

    "So if anything, you may have more water to drain. If you never have water to drain, your W/S may not be working." I was speaking of my practical experience - observations over 28 years of ownership of this vehicle. Prior to Stanadyne I did drain accumulated water from the filter monthly. I...

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