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    Best location for E4OD temp sensor?

    Ok I bit and went down the rabbit hole. Also known as the “giggle” machine. CYA: The summarization of the regurgitated information here within is from a memory bank within my brain that was regularly subjected to large amounts of Budweiser and Whiskey in my youth due to a disagreement between...
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    Best location for E4OD temp sensor?

    Measuring only the TC Outlet would give most a good scare!! Or it would me!! Measuring above in addition to pan temps would give a good indication of cooling ability. Seems 100F over ambient is where a lot of trans run. The old adage of 170F or cooler is old info as the newer fluids protect...
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    Oil change without removing oil filter

    @rreegg as you know about TDI’s OCI’s and filters get brought up a lot. It always boils down to a descent synthetic oil and a descent filter and do 10k OCI’s. They always say drive more worry less. I am apt to follow that mantra here, except 5k OCI in my case (nothing that Cubey posted above)...
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    C6 Lock up torque converter.

    On a serious note: @Darrin Tosh why do you want a lockup converter on your C6? @XOLATEM how much slip at cruise is their on a low stall C6 converter? 100-200 rpm? If only that much I wouldn’t wanna potentially add a weak point to a robust trans. Also, not sure if Ford did. But Chevy did...
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    C6 Lock up torque converter.

    @XOLATEM has invisible holding cup holders on his dash!! A conveyor belt to transport, and an open window to dispose of the contents and biodegradable cup.....:dunno;Poke:rotflmao although I think his electronics (driving) sometimes goes into “tilt” mode like the old pinball machines On another...
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    Hello from middle of nowhere Wyoming

    So you last posted photos almost 2 years ago. Any updates!! That thing is cool!! Nice job breathing life back into it.
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    Convert to push button start? No key needed?

    If the lock cylinder is out, can’t you just use the actuator rod with a pair of pliers for everything? I had to do that on my ‘84 C10 (Chevy) and just removed the outer plastic hiding the rod. I didn’t worry about theft either. Pushed it in to start it, then it springs back to run mode. Then...
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    Oil change without removing oil filter

    In the early 2000’s, when Mobil 1 was slowing/subtly introducing their extended performance gas motor oil. Dad, brother, and I started doing 10k OCI’s. Problem was there wasn’t a filter on the mkt that touted/marketed lasting 10k miles. So we would put a new filter on at 5k miles. I’d be apt...
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    Arctic Ambulance

    Put me in that weirdo group too!! Also, I will grab a handful of fresh snow and wipe it on the headlights in the dark to clean them up. Even do it on the taillights. You’re right, makes a heck of a difference. And the clean snow removes all that road grime right quick.
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    The Oilburners hall of shame

    That sucks!! I guess lessons learned is to start the UPS package protection process just a few days after the expected delivery date. I’m going to file this in the portion of my memory less apt to be discarded.
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    Traveller Smurf (Cubey's '89 van)

    Could that be partially blocked causing your restriction? Doing a quick Google search, it looks like the 6.0 PS trans cooler is the “stacked manifold” type (wrong naming convention) and I hear those are harder to clean compared to the continuous tube type. So be careful buying used. I would...
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    Traveller Smurf (Cubey's '89 van)

    I would heed @trackspeeder ’s advice. I would NOT try and pinch pennies on a cooler for an automatic trans..... Does the test port commonly run 10-20 degrees F hotter than the Pan? I also agree with @IDIBRONCO about the volume or flow restriction within the condenser. Restore the AC system...
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    Super smoky startup fixed!

    @Poorman now that you fixed it, do you plan to use your rig in more populated areas......;Sweet
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    Weirdest idi van ever?

    It’s all about “the look” here in America. 95% of people here seem to judge and make sure you or they or everyone HAS ...... “the look” Young kid at work just bought a 92k, that’s NINETY-TWO THOUSAND dollar GMC 3500 SWR CCLB AT4. I sat him down pulled up a simple investment calculator at 8%...
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    Arctic Ambulance

    If I run 55 in my high top van, I will get 20-21. But I only do it when the family is sleeping at night otherwise I get an ear full about how SLOW I’m driving......:rotflmao
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    Chronic repeated mouse/rat problem

    I have a stereo I can dedicate to playing 24/7 or whenever we are out of the house. I’m going to see if they have cds of the stuff and just play it on repeat. Hook it to a light switch and flip it on every time we leave. In the interim, I have peppermint oil balls spread throughout my crawl...
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    Chronic repeated mouse/rat problem

    My kids can hear it!!! Tried two different ones without them knowing..... Instant complaint when they walked out. I’m scheming on how to play it whenever we leave... Going to South Dakota for a week, any suggestions to play it 24/7? Oh btw, the video you linked above went into an ad at 6hrs...
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    Arctic Ambulance

    Different strokes for different folks.....:cheers: I feel like the 7” would make a world of difference. Plus still keep some attic space, between the A/B pillars and then the rear 3’. When I bought my van, he had a cut roof one on his daily. Made a world of difference. But the tops could be...
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    Arctic Ambulance

    Cut your roof, forego the attic. That is my plan on my van!! You’ll be much happier.
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    Chronic repeated mouse/rat problem

    I can’t blast it, as I’m playing it through my work computers and everything else would be too loud.....phone, alarms, etc. But now that I think of it, maybe I use edge vs chrome for it and use the sound mixer. I’m an idiot. To answer your question, nothing until 4am. And much much less as in...
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    To swap or not to swap?

    My commuter (VW TDI) is a standard, van and burb both auto’s. I prefer standards, but some day I know I’m just gonna get rear-ended on the 1-2 shift leaving a light. These stop light racers trying to text at the same time nearly missing me just makes me shake my head. Your service truck...
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    Electrical Help and FIPL question

    https://www.oilburners.net/threads/fipl-smokeshow.92618/ In that thread, the second post shows the voltages that fixed his shifting..... Maybe raise your idle voltage to 1.35V......and let the high side be what it is. I’m just throwing ideas. Good luck!
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    Arctic Ambulance

    Awesome job, nice to see it coming to life. I always thought about an ambo but the dually and stand up height became the deterrent. I’m 6’4” Any rate I’ll be following as mines on the back burner.
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    Chronic repeated mouse/rat problem

    The last couple weeks, I have mouse snap traps set up around the house baited with Honey PB (Walmart) or a Payday. I have killed at least a dozen mice and 4 chipmunks. I’m liking this kill them on the outside instead of waiting for them to get in. Some mice are brown, others gray...? The...
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    Chronic repeated mouse/rat problem

    Neither the dryer sheets or moth balls have worked for me.....well other than completely ruin the interior odor of my commuter.

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