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    Serpentine belt IDI mystery noises

    I have a similar noise that just started. I think I've narrowed it down to my vacuum pump. I've yet to replace it, but you might want to check yours.
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    Fan clutch modification

    Here is the mod in a nutshell: Quote:Remove the RTV glob from the slot - pull the angled section of the bi-metal strip outta the slot, gently straighten the angle, bending to conform to the rest of the coil, leaving a very small lip that will fit in the slot - re-RTV the stip (strip tip) in...
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    Fan clutch modification

    Has anyone modified their fan clutch? I found this post on another site and don't see why it wouldn't work on ours- http://www.thetruckstop.us/forum/showthread.php?12265-DIY-Fan-Clutch-mod. I know there used to be a company that sold a clutch that would kick on at a lower temperature but they...
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    New Champion Radiator- Does not seem to be cooling as well as the stock?

    TWeatherford- I have the three core. Have to say I was impressed with the initial quality. We'll see how it holds up. As for the Final Charge, everything I have read said it is ok to use with the older engines. My engine was rebuilt in 2001 and at that time all the gaskets were replaced. The...
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    Braking issue

    If it needs replacement you might want to do a hydroboost upgrade. HUGE improvement!
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    New Champion Radiator- Does not seem to be cooling as well as the stock?

    Thanks for the info. I've considered an oil cooler for some time. Might just do it now. The way I figure it is since I don't have a new truck payment, if I drop $500 every now and then on an upgrade I'm money ahead. I had a nice new 06 cummins awhile back and although I at times miss the truck...
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    New Champion Radiator- Does not seem to be cooling as well as the stock?

    The reason for the swap was when I hit 235 (and climbing) I was pulling a travel trailer that grossed out at around 5k pounds on a long grade. Wasn't too steep, around 3 1/2-4%, but I didn't like it because there was no where to pull over. Luckily I made it to the top before I hit 240. I had my...
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    New Champion Radiator- Does not seem to be cooling as well as the stock?

    I installed a new Champion Aluminum radiator as I was looking to achieve maximum cooling while towing. I have a mechanical Autometer temp gauge in the overtemp port and with the stock radiator I would see about 195-205 while driving empty. When towing I would see 215-235 while towing heavy...
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    Parking Brake Cable Replacement- And maybe a cure for your weak parking brake.

    Cable was $12.99 from the local parts place. Can be had for around $7 from Rock auto but I didn't have time to wait for shipping.
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    Parking Brake Cable Replacement- And maybe a cure for your weak parking brake.

    After 21 years my front parking brake cable snapped. This is the cable that runs from the pedal to the intermediate cable. It snapped in the area where it leaves the firewall. Learned something interesting while replacing it and thought I would pass it along. First and foremost if you're...
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    Final Charge Coolant

    Anyone using Final Charge collant, from the makers of Fleet Charge? They say you never have to worry about sca's. any thoughts?
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    Considering taking requests for Pictutorials or suggestions.

    Kinda off topic but figured this was the perfect place to post it; I love this site. This thread is exactly why. For no other reason than to help us other members, somebody is going out of their way. I don't post a lot, I ask a few questions here and there, but I "lurk" a bunch. Because of this...
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    Injection pump wrench

    Thanks for all the replies. I just changed my pump out and made do with a normal wrench. I bent one using mapp gas but it wasn't right. The amount of time it was taking I realized it was quicker to fumble through it with a regular wrench. Now that I got a pic I will try re-bending it when I...
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    Injection pump wrench

    Anyone have a picture of the specialty wrench used for loosening the three nuts to adjust the pump timing?
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    About to install rebuilt u-haul injection pump....

    I believe this is a turbo pump. It has the "torque screw" which I believe was the only difference between a turbo and non turbo pump. I could be wrong though. I believe the torque screw is what adjusts the fueling curve.
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    About to install rebuilt u-haul injection pump....

    I have had it for about a year and a half. Who knows how long it was stored prior to that. It's been stored in a sealed plastic bag with whatever oil was on it from the rebuild company. Is there anything I need to do to "freshen" it up befor I install it? Any chance any of the oil inside the...
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    Wrong Breed Right Wrapper Build :)

    :popcorn:thumbsup:
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    What can't you get from Amazon!

    I've never bought body parts, but I've bought just about everything else from them. Nothing but great experiences. If you're not 100% happy they are very good about taking items back and paying for the shipping.
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    Let's Talk Intercoolers

    Have any of you guys with intercoolers noticed a drop in coolant temps while towing heavy up grades? It would seem logical that the engine would be slower to heat up if you're pumping cool air in. Either way I'm installing my cooler in the next couple of weeks, just hoping for an added bonus...
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    bench to captain chairs

    I second the 40/20/40, super comfortable. I bought mine from a guy who was switching over to captain chairs. Two months later he called and offered to give me my money back PLUS the captain chairs if I gave him his bench back. Apparently they were not the most comfortable. Too bad for him my...
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    pick n pull hydro boost installed today

    Sweet! Hydro is a great up grade.
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    PICK A TURBO

    ATS has decided to give the idi community a big :flipa so I would return the favor. Banks is wastegated so more boost down low and quicker spooling. Downside is nobody makes a bolt on intercooler for them. Hypermax still shows idi's and their owners respect and have great customer service. The...
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    Ready your chin wiping napkins!!

    And I thought $2500 for the one in my sig was a steal! Nope. Congrats man. Nothing like a LBCC to haul everything AND the kitchen sink.
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    What's the best winch?

    Whats your preference when the ol idi gets in a bind. I had a Warn on my old truck and worked great every time. Warn is quit proud of them and it shows in the price! Just curious what other people are using or what you know. There are quit a few winch manufacturers out there these days but I...
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    Hydroboost Question

    Stay with the 1 5/16 master cylinder. I know from experiance. When I did my conversion I modified my 1 1/8 mc so it would work. Although there was an improvement in braking power, I felt there should be more. I just recently installed the 1 5/16 mc and let me say the difference is almost night...

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