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    7.3 IDI dead on the road

    1989 F-350 is dead on side of road. I had the rig plugged in over night. Started like a champ, warmed up for a bit. Got 2 miles outside of town. Notice power loss which got progressively worse. White smoke blowing from tail pipe like it is not getting fuel. When it finally died I went to...
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    Help Needed Oil cooler leak and oil in radiator

    Problem solved Oil cooler was in bad shape. Taking it off was a pain in the ass. Had to disconnect the exhaust manifold to take it out. Obtained gaskets for something like $6.00 and two large rubber o-rings from the ford dealer for the oil cooler. Washed out the cooler well. Wire wheeled...
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    Help Needed Oil cooler leak and oil in radiator

    I noticed my oil pressure was a bit low a few days ago and heard and irregular rattle in the engine of my 1989 7.3 liter IDI diesel with 5-speed manual. Checked oil was really low. Probably should have been checking it more regularly. Added several quarts. Before starting the truck I checked...
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    My first diesel... a serious step to the 7.3L

    Thanks for the welcomes and return to reality (DaveBen). I have no expectations of getting 42 mpg. I'm hopeing for 18mpg. I'm really looking for knowledge on switching out rear ends. Do Dana rear ends interchange with Ford rear ends?
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    My first diesel... a serious step to the 7.3L

    A couple of weeks ago I purchased an 89 Super duty 7.3L diesel, 5-speed, dully with a 12' dump bed. I've already gone over the fuel system and replaced a rusted out line, bad fuel pump and changed the injectors for good measure. I hope to get my fuel economy up as 10mpg is not sustainable...

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