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  1. Sergey

    Question on fuel shut off solenoid replacement

    Hello experts, 1986 F250, 6.9 IDI, mostly factory config. Got sudden no start condition which I diagnosed to likely shut off valve issue (my steps are below if you want long reading). Without removing IP lid - there is 12 V on solenoid when key is on. Solenoid the resistance is about 4 Ohms...
  2. Sergey

    Battery jumper packs?

    Hi, I was reading this thread as a review for portable jump starting options. One thing though is not making ends meet in my understanding about this and other similar portable boxes. The diameter of their cables seems too small for the current advertised. This Jump-n-Carry above has cables...
  3. Sergey

    Alternator mount tensioner bracket ... hose clip? (6.9)

    Interesting, strangely my truck never had it in my ownership. So it is a factory hose bracket, makes sense. And speaking of alternator tensioner, is there a tool perhaps to set alternator belt tension? Power steering pump and vacuum pump have square holes for a lever to use to set their belt...
  4. Sergey

    Block heater installation - block heater won’t seat

    thank you for the explanation. Certainly I'll drain coolant. Ouch. I didn't expect that much work to get access to the block heater. Last time I tried to remove starter was 20 years ago and I recall it was very hard to access one of the bolts, nearly impossible to reach even with a swivel...
  5. Sergey

    Block heater installation - block heater won’t seat

    Hi, looks like my block heater developed a leak. Tightening the bolt in its center doesn't help. Not a good thing for me. I can see the block heater plug from under the truck, but my hands cannot get to it at all. How's can block heater accessed ? Seems that you all here are knowledgeable. Thanks
  6. Sergey

    Clutch Pedal Sticking

    Thanks! Interesting - the video points to aluminum pedal assembly problem. I thought it could be a growing crack, while in video the issue is of different root cause. You circled it right on the spot. It could be my issue. Either way .... removal (and possibly replacement) of pedal assembly will...
  7. Sergey

    Clutch Pedal Sticking

    Thanks for the reminder on details of clutch arm. I own this truck for a very long time and believe that the clutch pedal assembly is factory original, hence the nut you describe is likely tightened at Ford factory in 1985. What may give a clue to an expert - the issue I describe appeared very...
  8. Sergey

    Clutch Pedal Sticking

    OK good to know. That improper align of the swingarm you described - can it only occur when disassembling then assembling incorrectly? Or could it happen as natural wear progresses or corrosion makes it jump one or multiple splines?
  9. Sergey

    Clutch Pedal Sticking

    Yes clutch hydraulics is good state. Both clutch master and slave cylinders are new and so is the hose. All was checked by Tony at Kirkland Transmission whom I trust.
  10. Sergey

    Clutch Pedal Sticking

    I checked that and there is plastic bushing which is not worn. There is very little end play in that connection. Clutch pedal feels also without any slop. I am still considering return spring fatigue or cracked aluminum pedal housing. Either one would be a lot of work to disassemble for...
  11. Sergey

    Clutch Pedal Sticking

    My 86 F250 has a similar problem - clutch pedal return is weak. If foot is taken off the clutch pedal will return but hesitates a bit and at times may sit pressed for a fraction of a second. However, unlike your situation, all my pedal hw is factory original. May seem that aluminum pedal...
  12. Sergey

    6.9 IDI running like crap

    your truck is nice looking, similar to mine :) Yep, you're on peninsula. Hope you will locate the issue and fix it.
  13. Sergey

    Axle tag

    exactly that - I put last time (long time ago, > 10 years) ordinary gear oil into rear and front differentials. Now your information suggests that it was not quite right, do I need to put special gear oil for limited slip differential in rear
  14. Sergey

    Axle tag

    Thanks for the table
  15. Sergey

    Axle tag

    Thank you ! Very useful resource. I was able to identify my truck rear diff from its tag. Less luck for the front diff though, tag rusted beyond clear reading. Is there similar resource for older front diff tag info ?
  16. Sergey

    Clutch pedal stiff & doesn’t engage the clutch when depressed, also pedal gets stuck when coming back out?

    ha my truck had that for a while (= developing crack in bell housing where the pivot for clutch fork is), then bell housing broke into pieces. I've described it here, last year or so
  17. Sergey

    Air build up in power steering

    As second thought, you do describe it almost like what I see. No particular spot, but hose is wet. No drips. Although, given the fan wind, any drips would be blown away momentarily. Wetness won't. And, only after several years. Exactly. Will replace the hose, just to eliminate one factor.
  18. Sergey

    Air build up in power steering

    Interesting Goat so the rubber hose can bleed through ... hmmm ... never thought of that. Anyhow, I stopped by at local auto parts store, o'reilys or whatever is now after schucks auto, and check their power steering hose. Two options : 2 ft precut China made. Look soft and smooth but seems to...
  19. Sergey

    Air build up in power steering

    Thank you for the idea. Your explanation makes sense to me. I was looking elsewhere but not in power steering reservoir cap ! I guess I'll start with replacing it, and check for that bleed hole in existing one.
  20. Sergey

    Air build up in power steering

    Hello, first off, this is not diesel specifc question. By asking here since your expert opinion and enormous coverage are highly valuable. Here is the background. A couple year ago I replaced power steering pump on my 85 F250 with new, from RockAuto. Not the cheapest, not the most expensive. At...
  21. Sergey

    water pump nut with chain assist (thanks to Old Goat for the hint)

    Water pump on my old truck gave up. I don’t even remember when I replaced it last time, so old it was. 25+ years of service is not bad. Anyhow, I would not proceed myself with water pump replacement due to fan clutch nut obstacle. Reading this forum helped a lot. BIG THANKS to Old Goat for...
  22. Sergey

    Broken Bell housing fix sort of

    Hello, a while back my truck bell housing cracked. Was asking about how to deal with it https://www.oilburners.net/threads/sad-day-and-clutch-i-thought.91531/ Search for a replacement bell housing took so long, and even if found I won't be able to pay for the labor. Also, while truck was...
  23. Sergey

    Sad day and clutch (I thought...)

    Sadly I am all the way across the country from sunny Florida. Shipping such bell housing that far will likely be cost prohibitive for me. Appreciate your offer though
  24. Sergey

    Sad day and clutch (I thought...)

    Not sure if I got it right about holes. On eBay https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/MukAAOSwS0Finmax/s-l1600.jpg there are a couple bell housings with part number CTA-7505-B, https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/XecAAOSw401inmat/s-l500.jpg one seller replied that it is for gas engines only. So it has to...
  25. Sergey

    Sad day and clutch (I thought...)

    Do you know the part number for this bell housing for 1985 6.9 with T19 ? On the original one I cannot find it - either it is facing down or somewhere else. Some parts stores seem to have similar bell housing but none are listed for 6.9 engine, and parts rep doesn't if it would fit 6.9 engine...

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