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    Tilt Steering shafts parts

    Have you taken the column apart yet? Are you sure that joint is the problem? I believe that joint would be part of the upper steering shaft. Part number possibly E2TZ3524A. I did some looking mostly because I like a challenge, but it doesn’t look like it’s readily available. You might have to...
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    6.9 quit

    No. Your issue will likely be fuel or electrical.
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    Both temp gauge AND idiot light are stuck

    If it does, that over temp switch is bad. If it doesn’t then you probably have a short to ground on that circuit somewhere.
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    Isuzu 6bd1 dying under load

    I’ve got a few Isuzu engines in generators at work. Mine are the 4BG1, but they are similar I believe. One of the sneaky things Isuzu did was add check valves and filter screens in several of the banjo bolts. I had fuel starvation issues on one unit that turned out to be a valve in the return...
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    7.3 idi turned up?

    Smoke and higher EGT’s
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    7.3 idi Turbo oil line and such fun.

    Here’s what my setup is like obviously it’s on the bench right now, but other than the leaking olives, it was working well for me. I have the original pressure switch and the sender for the aftermarket gauge. The sender in the intake hat is obviously for boost pressure. The other thing you...
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    7.3 idi Turbo oil line and such fun.

    I hadn't looked that close at those kits. What is the thinking behind that?
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    Mobile Delvac Rebates = Cheap Oil

    The internet already knows everything about you, go get your money. None of us are that interesting anyway. /s
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    7.3 idi Turbo oil line and such fun.

    I like the simplicity of your idea for manual glow plug control (or maybe it’s semi automatic), and I really like the buzzer idea. Wes at Classic Diesel Designs, and Russ at Russ Repairs both offer an aftermarket oil feed line. You’ll have to search through their websites.
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    “The 6.9” project thread

    For future reference it’s better to wrap a strap or chain completely around the pallet and pull that way. I’ve honestly probably loaded and unloaded thousands of pallets into and out of truck beds. It is very easy to pull most loads off of the pallet. Then you end up with a real mess on your...
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    Wally the Walrus (1992 E350 High Roof/Ext. Body)

    The cold idle switch is supposed to open at 112*F or so of coolant temperature. It’s also worth noting that the cold idle solenoid that holds the throttle open is adjustable, and it’s possible to increase your base idle to where there is no noticeable difference from high idle. The small hex...
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    A list of questions while I'm into it this far

    I’m pretty well settled on the idea of doing a .030 over rebuild on it at this point. I guess I’m putting this out here to see if I hear a resounding chorus of “don’t do it, it’s a terrible idea because of X, Y, or Z”. If all the parts in the world were readily available and I did it at .020...
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    A list of questions while I'm into it this far

    I think the scoring is to deep. I can feel it with my finger tips. I don’t have to use a nail. I’ve done the ball hone thing before on other engines, I think this is too bad for that.
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    A list of questions while I'm into it this far

    I appreciate your thinking of that, but mine is a IDIT so the pistons are different than an N/A. They have a larger wrist pin and a keystone shaped top ring. There is also deep enough scoring in a few cylinders that is too much to clean up with a ball hone. Therefore in my case new pistons...
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    A list of questions while I'm into it this far

    So, this week was busier than I had hoped for, but I still managed to find time to look into things a bit, and ponder what I want to do with this. Based on apparent parts availability, I have 4 different options the way I see it. I should add that I have spent time this week convinced that...
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    ZF5 rebuild preferences? DIY, rebuilder, etc.

    Probably one of these https://www.redlineoil.com/gear-oil-for-manual-transmissions I use this https://www.royalpurple.com/product/synchromax-manual-transmission-fluid/
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    Military-type tire tread

    Tire design has come a long way in the last 80+ years. The design criteria at the time was something like 1) cheap, 2) off road use primary and on road use secondary, 3) max speed 45-50 mph, 4) the enemy shouldn't be able to determine your direction of travel from your tire prints. This...
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    Removing Fan Clutch when all accessories are removed

    You can try and fashion a strap wrench from an old fan belt. Try feeding the belt through a box wrench. Use this to hold the pulley. For the fan clutch use a large crescent wrench, and hit it with a big hammer. This may require 3 or more hands to accomplish, and gloves may be called for to save...
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    Any you signed up on Copart auto auctions?

    About 10 yrs ago I did some work for the founder of Copart. He was moving to the Nashville area from California at the time, and had just bought Alan Jackson’s place. He was a super nice guy, and very down to earth. He even went so far as to invite some of the guys on my crew to bring their kids...
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    Anyone in NW TX who can weld?

    Keep your eyes open for a guy with a welding rig on his truck at any gas station, fast food joint, or Home Depot. I bet you could get those welded on for a 12 pack or two.
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    A list of questions while I'm into it this far

    Well, I knew it was at least a possibility that I would see something I didn't like when I pulled the heads. There was some scoring in the cylinder walls, and like @frankewrench suggested it did seem worse in 1, 2, 7, & 8. So, I'm going to go ahead with 6.9 cooling mod when I put this back...
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    A list of questions while I'm into it this far

    Well, I didn’t get to work on this yesterday. My son had a JROTC competition that lasted until early afternoon, and I spent the rest of the day feeling like canine yard droppings from the COVID shot I was forced to take on Friday. Anyway I finally got to tear into it today, and befitting of...
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    Ford Factory E-Locker Teardown (and some discussion)

    That was very nicely done. I agree on your concern with engaging while spinning one tire, or even under power at all. I’m sure the computer wouldn’t let that happen in the factory installation. Perhaps you could wire it up with a relay in a latching configuration that could only be engaged in...
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    ZF5 rebuild preferences? DIY, rebuilder, etc.

    As long as you feel confident, I think DIY would likely put you miles ahead in terms of cost, workmanship, and peace of mind. I’ve never done a manual transmission before, but I’ve done a few engines and a dozen or so automatics. Every time, I spend more time cleaning and inspecting than I think...
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    Isspro r606 egt gauge install questions

    3/8 npt is still a pretty big hole in the manifold. I think you’d be better off to try and source the correct probe.

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