Ford 6.9 IDI sat for 25 years, 72k kms but has issues.

[lukewarmt]

Thanks Fixall I read about that but definitely a HUGELY important step. In my repair manual it says another way is to die a string around the valve stem but that seems like a recipe for disaster.

 

[lukewarmt]

So I noticed air bubbles at the head gasket, I'm guessing it's time to take them off! They can be done without pulling the engine?

 

[lukewarmt]

https://youtu.be/fSdbRSp_egk

 

[kas83]

They can be done without pulling the engine, but it gets tight. I'd invest in a set of ARP studs to put everything back together with.

 

[IDIoit]

IMO,
you would be wise to do what im currently doing.
im having another set of heads re-done
with new guides, and a valve job.
i also bought new exhaust valves.
arp head studs,
new lifters,
a gasket set(coughBILLcough)
while im there, ill be installing a typ4 cam, FTFOI
you should upgrade to 7.3 rockers if you can (i may have a spare set)
i already have new injectors and IP.
and then i can slap on my bran newly rebuilt 093 with a WW2

 

[lukewarmt]

Hey IDIot thanks for the advice. How much do you think you'll have into all those upgrades you are doing at the end of it? I keep on hearing about the arp head studs, are the stock ones no good?

I would like to upgrade to the 7.3 rockers, are you looking to sell?

I will make the call on how far I get into this when I pull the heads, why are you doing so much to yours IDIot? High milage and wore out, or performance / relaibility?

 

[lukewarmt]

Read into the head studs and they definitely seem like the way to go but man do they want a pretty penny for a set.

 

[IDIoit]

im going for performance and longevity.

this is a 100k stock turbo engine.
but i beat the hell out of her.

this is my daily driver, built to haul 4 kids, 2 dogs, 2 adults, luggage/equipment
and pull a trailer.

i plan on going all over with this truck, so it needs to be done,
and im the type of guy that goes all out on any project i work on.

i have just about 2 grand into parts, not including the rebuilt turbo with a WW2, or the machine work on the heads.

its got a Bull Moose IP and Mister injectors.
im also having a bunch of stuff powder coated.

this is a custom truck, so i have to raise the bar.
im making some good coin on a side project, and dropping it all on my truck!

she outta rip when im done!!! but it has been an expensive endeavor.
with everything, excluding the price i GOT paid to take this truck, im right about 9k mark


as far as the rockers, i need to go look at them, give me a day or two.
working on my 25th day of the week. c'mon weekend!!!

wait till this winter. im gonna build THE baddest IDI this side of the milky way

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[lukewarmt]

Sorry if it's been explained else where but do you have a build log of yourcab addon? That Is bad ass!

 

[IDIoit]

http://www.oilburners.net/forums/sh...ab-w-6-doors&highlight=87+Crew+Cab+w/+6+doors

 

[lukewarmt]

http://imgur.com/MoaYkMh
http://imgur.com/CS9AFEo
http://imgur.com/80qVPFe
http://imgur.com/LcDh21g

Can't really see much of anything wrong any tips for things to look for?

 

[lukewarmt]

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Think I found the problem!

 

[IDIoit]

could be!
picture 1 has a chipped valve, and a fubard seat on the intake.

i would say the same on the 3rd pic about seats.
kinda hard to tell!

have the heads mag'd and tested.

 

[lukewarmt]

Hey IDIot you mentioned Bill for head gaskets? Who is Bill, how do I get ahold of him?

 

[IDIoit]

he only had one set,
but i am now exploring the option of 6.9 gaskets.
couple of threads about em'
id tell you where to look but i have to search it myself