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    2 degrees or 4 degrees by turning the injection pump 1/16"

    Just converted my n/a 7.3 to a factory ats turbo the conversion went well running good. The only thing was it felt a little restricted then i remembered the timing was at 9.0 btdc. So proceeded to retard the pump between a 1/32-1/16. Boost spools much quicker now and I have more of it which is...
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    7.3 IDIT flexplate

    I recently picked up a low mileage 7.3 IDIT. I’m going to check main and rod bearings and cylinder wear before I put it back together with new gaskets and head studs. First thing I noticed is it has an n/a flexplate with a turbo balancer previous owner says it was replaced and it was also says...
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    7.3 idi factory turbo best way to seal up-pipe

    Recently I picked up a low milage 7.3 with factory turbo. For now I'm going to put the engine on a stand and go through it. I want to put the turbo on my na 7.3. I have read a lot of posts about the up pipe not sealing and I want to be proactive and find the best way to seal it. I can think of...
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    wait to start light light won't come on on the first try

    hi everyone the weirdest thing has been happening. Since it got cold out I have to cycle the key a few times to get the w.t.s. light to come on.So I thought it was the ignition switch down on the column. I replaced that still doing it.Everything is working with the lock turn the key push the rod...
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    Mel at Conestoga Diesel

    hey guys just in case you all didn't know already Mel is awesome to do business with. I called him just before Thanksgiving he took the time out of his day and spoke to me for about 20 minutes about idi's and injection systems.We set up an appointment for today. I made the 140 mile trip out to...
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    7.3 idi injection pump and injectors for sale

    hey everybody this is my first time posting on the forum. Oilburners is an awesome informational site Im learning so much about our trucks.Keep up the good work. Ok here is what i have , a new never used rebuilt injection pump and bb injectors purchased from the ford dealer here in nj looking to...
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