Glow plug controller

[tgomes]

So I was cleaning the terminals on my glow plug controller today and it broke apart. So I guess it is time for a new one. Anyone find one of these things for a good deal somewhere or is there a better one I can install?

 

[crash-harris]

I checked ebay. $85 for a DieselRx controller. Not sure how they compare though.

 

[riotwarrior]

So I was cleaning the terminals on my glow plug controller today and it broke apart. So I guess it is time for a new one. Anyone find one of these things for a good deal somewhere or is there a better one I can install?

Controler or relay...two different parts of same system

 

[smolkin]

Go manual and never worry about it again!

I bet the actual relay in the controller is still good and can be re-used.

 

[tgomes]

The controller behind the intake needs replacing. Is there a substitute if I go manual? I mean I was going to anyway.

 

[79jasper]

Yes, a stancor or white Rodgers relay.

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[tgomes]

Is there already a write up on this with a part number?

 

[79jasper]

For the Powerstrokes.
But I believe we may have a member or two running them also.

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[tgomes]

http://www.amazon.com/Style-Diesel-Solenoid-Powerstroke-Engines/dp/B006R5HFKK

So would that work? Does anyone have a wiring diagram or can find a write up of it being done?

 

[79jasper]

These. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/s/ref=is_s_ss_i_0_7?k=stancor+586-902&sprefix=Stancor

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[tgomes]

These. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/s/ref=is_s_ss_i_0_7?k=stancor+586-902&sprefix=Stancor

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I was looking for a cheaper but yet effective alternative to the aftermarket idi controller which can be bought for 80. Or the actual international product which goes about 160 and up. That stancor relay looks like it is just as expensive as the standard idi controller

 

[79jasper]

It is not a controller. It's just a relay for manual operation. It'll outlast the truck.
If you search around they can be had a lot cheaper.

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[2rs]

Go manual and never worry about it again!

I bet the actual relay in the controller is still good and can be re-used.

Yup. I did 12 volt with manual push button years ago, 15+, and have replaced glow plugs twice since.

 

[2rs]

Use a ford starter relay and a momentary push button with 12 volt glow plugs. Just like an old CAT. 10-15 seconds on a summer morning, 45 when it is freezing.

 

[tgomes]

Part numbers anyone!?! I just want to hear about something specific that worked. I like to be sure of something before I order it. I'm still learning quite a bit about motor and accessory functions.