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    93 F350, E4OD TO ZF5 electrical specific.

    I did my 89 years ago. I jumpered two wires in the harness down at the transmission plug to make it think it was in park. Thus allowing it to start. The clutch switch wiring was under the dash. I never hooked up the clutch switch though. Ran it like that for years. When I tore it down for the...
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    Sloooow crank, tried everything!

    Really weird. If the cables look bad I'd replace them. I've had good luck with pre-made cables vs built cables. But to each their own. Also make sure all connections are clean and tight. Sure does sound like a cable issue though. unless the engine is tight and needs internal work. I'd probably...
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    I think my new head unit is bad, sanity check?

    10ga on a memory wire. That's hard core. Most of the radio wiring in dashes is like 14 or 16 gauge at best. Yeah I wouldn't of thought 10.5 would be an issue either.
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    AC - 134a conversion questions...

    Only having defrost would be a vacuum issue somewhere. Normally the vacuum line pulls off the distribution block mounted to the firewall. I'd start there then go through the rest of it. The white vacuum line in the engine bay frequently is brittle and brakes.
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    A/C questions

    Did you replace the pressure switch on the drier or adjust the pressure switch when you switched parts? I'm wondering if an R-12 pressure switch with R-134 components is causing issues. Good luck.
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    IDI out of fuel

    If I'm thinking right the fuel pump should have a weep hole on the bottom of it. So if a diaphragm ruptures it should put diesel on the ground out of the weep hole. I've also pressurized fuel tank with air to get fuel moving. Glad you got it running. With a decent pump the prime up OK.
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    A/C questions

    I would match the freon charge to the compressor you're using. So if you're using a 97 compressor I'd match the freon charge to a 97 truck which I'm guessing was R134A to begin with. The V-belt compressors are different than the serpentine drive systems. And that also seems to coorelate to the...
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    A/C questions

    Should add. If I pop open a system to do work I've had good luck not changing the dryer, but making sure to pull a good vacuum to remove the water from the system. Not saying it's text book, but I've had good luck with that. Now if I'm doing major work in a system I replace the dryer. adding...
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    A/C questions

    couple comments 1. I would expect 40 degree or lower air out of the vents when driving. At idle if it's really hot and the cooling stack is heat soaked it might be higher. But not as high as you're seeing. 2. Pressures - I would expect High side to be over 175 up to 300-350 even and low side...
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    IDI out of fuel

    Couple things here. Purging these engines cold using the starter is a pain. It's easy to burn up a starter this way. - What bill said. If you haven't already, fill the filter either with diesel, Diesel additive, or ATF in the fuel filter and put it back on. That way the filter is full of fuel...
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    Project Big Red

    If it was me I'd probably patch that bed up. They make supports and stuff for the bottom I"m pretty sure. I'd also put bed sides on. I think It's going to save a lot of frustration over patch panels. Now the bed is all post rally stuff. Truck looks great. Gott to be exciting to be this close...
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    replacing dana 60 steering components

    If I was going to replace my tie rods I'd look for XRF tie-rods and ball joints if needed. Supposedly better quality than Moog and less money than moog. Also Moog isn't all it used to be. We put them in my brothers Blazer and he's had no issues. Look around at prices though. XRF prices vary...
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    Project Big Red

    I ran the window channel down into the door and let the window felts on the outside kinda lay into them? If that makes sense. I didn't trim anything. I wanted the channel the window ran in to be straight up and down with no cuts or pinch points. My joints there are not the most elegant looking...
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    Project new tow rig, round two!

    Baby swing in the shop! Been there done that. Got the greasy dirty baby swing to prove it. Congrats on the baby!
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    Project Big Red

    Sounds like you got it sorted. If you are looking for a set of cheap gages I've had good luck with the Harbor freight gages. I've done a ton of AC with them. Just letting you know. Good Luck!
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    Project Big Red

    What ac fittings? Just the R12 to 134 adapters? I typically buy the little 3-pack of universal fittings. Use the ones I need and rest in the bin. Hoping you make the weekend goal!
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    Project Big Red

    I find the rivets super easy to use. I like them better than bolting stuff. I've gotten good at drilling them out and reinstallng. If you do bolt them in get nylon lock nuts so they don't vibrate loose. Typically I'll bolt the window regulator in position with 2 bolts hand tight then put rivets...
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    Project Big Red

    I put a set of dorman regulators with motors in my doors. Tired of the old slow ass motors that barely worked. I would highly recommend them.
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    Tire and wheel options

    Good wheel. I do 235/85/16. Good height and width. I've ran them for years. Run a 10 ply load E. Dont think about lighter tires. These trucks are heavy. Load range D get squirmy.
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    Project Big Red

    I run the factory 235/85/16 tires on my truck. It's a common size around here so easy to get a hold of. It's also a reasonably priced tire around here. I run these tires cause I like the tall side wall on them and narrow tread width. I feel the narrow tread width does well on icy roads. VS...
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    OBS Door Speakers

    I've had to clearance the hole to fit 6.5's in. So make sure the basket on the back isn't too large. opening up the door hole 1/8" is a pita. 6.25 speakers or ones with a small basket would be great. I used what My brother gave me.
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    Project Big Red

    Sent a picture to you. There is a bracket that bolts to the fender that the radiator catch bottle sits on. Looking Great!
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    Flywheel bolt snapped during torquing...

    That is weird. Anytime I've torqued a flywheel it's by myself. Both holding the flywheel from turning and torquing it. I do blue loctite on the flywheel bolts. 3/8" pins to get the flywheel started are good also. Most parts are made in china - so I don't worry about that. I'm a LUK clutch...
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    Rebuilt Engine Manufacturer Recommendations?

    I wouldn't recommend ATK Engines. My local place sells them. We got an engine with a bad block. They did warranty it, but since we put it in VS a shop we didn't get the "good" warranty as we were sold. And a shop had to do the warranty replacement or we'd of gotten no warranty. They had the shop...
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    Let's talk radios

    I've got a pioneer head unit with USB, BlueTooth and 3.5mm in. I only use the 3.5 in. Haven't setup BT or USB yet. Probably does BT calling also, but I never use the talking part of my phone. Agreed on the speakers. I have 6.5 Inifinity up front, 6x9 infinities in the rear doors, 10" kicker sub...

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