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  1. BlindAmbition

    '86 Extended cab project thread

    I had an old chaise lounge that I was getting rid of. Took a bunch of the foam out of it and stuffed my doors after applying a ton of sound deadening material. Will take pictures when I pull the doors apart again. Also installed 6.5" GTO609 component speakers that will run from a 4x400...
  2. BlindAmbition

    '86 Extended cab project thread

    Mostly finished the rear Sterling 10.5 axle swap. Need to figure out parking brake cables. Got rid of the frame, sold the catalytic converter from it, basically got my rear axle and a full set of wheels for $300 at the end of the day. Also was able to cut off all the brackets I needed for a...
  3. BlindAmbition

    An power steering lines?

    https://www.oilburners.net/threads/86-extended-cab-project-thread.88878/page-2 - Post #20 may help you
  4. BlindAmbition

    An power steering lines?

    @Austin86250 I used JIC ends and hydraulic hose, that stuff wasn't cheap at all. Same dimensions an AN ends, but usually way stronger. Pictures added for ya. Third picture has the separators I made up. Looks funky because the engine is apart while I install Russ' cam and Comp 910-16 springs.
  5. BlindAmbition

    An power steering lines?

    Phone posting, sent wrong alert username. I used a rubber lined P clamp on each hose and then bolted them together to separate my lines. Haven't been home yet today to get those pictures.
  6. BlindAmbition

    An power steering lines?

    @KansasIDI I'll get pictures of my setup for you and dig up any part numbers that I can. I used hydraulic hose and AN fittings that had to be wrenched on. Definitely no cheap aluminum AN fittings for that application.
  7. BlindAmbition

    KansasIDI’s 1986 Ford F250HD 7.3L IDI

    @KansasIDI I feel you. I'm still finding oddities from the previous owner on mine. Best so far is the cap from a highlighter wrapped in tape that was stuffed in the oil return grommet because he took the turbo off before selling it. Also, I got my RnD pump delivered yesterday, USPS delayed it...
  8. BlindAmbition

    Project Little Foot

    Is it a brass one? Maybe pop/drill a small hole and then solder it after it drains
  9. BlindAmbition

    6.9 idi piston options and advice

    Jegs, Summit, etc, all seem to be sourcing the same pistons from UEM. Might be worth calling them directly to find out which distributor has them/can order them. UEM's website does not even show the 6.9 IDI as an engine option, I'd give them a call...
  10. BlindAmbition

    Ac compressor swap issues

    Here is a basic guide, it's approximately what I have done in the past. https://forum.aircondition.com/forum/reference-and-resources/312-refrigerant-charging-procedure-in-automotive-a-c-systems Pressures seem alright to me, does it run cold? Was it originally an R12 system?
  11. BlindAmbition

    Ac compressor swap issues

    You'll need way more than a 12oz can. Switch may not be the issue, could just be too low a charge. Look up a pressure-temperature chart for R134. It is all based on ambient air temps and other voodoo. I'm sure there are some good videos on YouTube. Highly dependent on ambient temps, so I...
  12. BlindAmbition

    Ac compressor swap issues

    Is the AC clutch pressure switch itself possibly defective? I've got like 5, can send you one if needed.
  13. BlindAmbition

    80cc IDIPerformance pumps in stock

    @KansasIDI In my case, I am going for reliablility on a 6.9 with ATS turbo. Either Russ or RnD were my top choices, can't go wrong with either. I have Russ' cam that I will be installing with the RnD pump alongside Comp Cams springs and shims, no studs yet. I went with RnD for pump because...
  14. BlindAmbition

    Zf5-S42=Zf5-S47?

    If you're on Facebook, there is a "Strictly ZF5" group that is solely for that transmission. I've seen the question pop on there a few times. I believe there is an input shaft difference. Not a FB fan, but I made a fake account for access to groups like that
  15. BlindAmbition

    80cc IDIPerformance pumps in stock

    Been checking for pumps everyday for about 3 months now, just saw them in stock and got one. Two 80cc pumps left. https://idiperformance.com/shop/uncategorized/rd2-80-injection-pump/ Also 5 of the 80cc NA pumps https://idiperformance.com/shop/uncategorized/rd2-hpna-injection-pump/
  16. BlindAmbition

    Why the adds now? New Comp. from Win 7 to Win 11

    @Old Goat Ublock origin will block most ads on most websites, including YouTube. Windows debloater will remove most of the preinstalled garbage they added to your computer
  17. BlindAmbition

    Useful PDFs

    I haven't ran across any van specific info that I can recall, but I will look for it and post if I do.
  18. BlindAmbition

    Useful PDFs

    Seems like people are getting some use out of it. I'll keep adding info as I find it. It is on Proton drive that was made for the purpose of making this stuff publicly available on this forum. Google required a phone number for a new account so I went with that instead. Feel free to shoot...
  19. BlindAmbition

    Useful PDFs

    Here is a link to some useful PDFs I've collected over the years https://drive.proton.me/urls/P4FWE9PCF4#kscneh8L7gjm
  20. BlindAmbition

    Project Thread: 1986 F250 “Farm Truck #1” Build Thread

    @SkylabTech86IDI https://www.nickpisca.com/diesel/fuel-system/proper-idi-vrv-adjustment-and-calibration/
  21. BlindAmbition

    KansasIDI’s 1986 Ford F250HD 7.3L IDI

    @The_Josh_Bear This one should hold up https://www.amazon.com/Sureshot-A1000B-Quart-Enameled-Sprayer/dp/B000HZONXI
  22. BlindAmbition

    DTI Tech Time issues

    @beanballs I wrapped a bit of aluminum tape between the spring and the magnetic probe body on mine in order to get it to have a firm seat. I use either two clean business cards or a .010 feeler gauge and bottom the probe out on that, then remove the cards/gauge, then try to slide them in again...
  23. BlindAmbition

    Dimbulbs...

    I've had weird bulb issues like that fixed by flipping the bulb, though you cannot do that on an 1157. Tail light circuit is part of the the running light circuit I believe, I'd be checking run lights as well. I had run lights sticking on and I had to go through them one at a time, flip, then...
  24. BlindAmbition

    Vacuum components

    @LowTech It is a vacuum solenoid, but I am not sure for what. Check the vacuum lines going to your transmission if you have a C6 and make sure those are good and that they didn't route through that unit. I'd guess some sort of cruise control or HVAC control function.
  25. BlindAmbition

    WTB US gears overdrive

    If it doesn't work out I may end up selling my Gear Vendors, PM me your info and I'll let you know once I make a solid decision. It is currently mated between the ZF5 and BW1345

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