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  1. rsjohnsn

    Parts and pieces

    Hi all, I am trying to get up a list of what parts and pieces are needed to do head gaskets. I know I need head gaskets as well as intake gaskets but what else is needed? I am also planning on removing the EGR cooler as well so let me know what gaskets or parts are needed for this. Thanks Scott
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    Removal Of Cab

    Does anyone have the process on what it takes to remove the cab? I need to do head gaskets asap and I am trying to get all my ducks in a row. Thanks Scott
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    Question Puking

    Ok guys and gals, I have had it with this puking! I need to know how to diagnose the problem. Do I have a cracked EGR Cooler, cracked heads, or blown gaskets? Ok, here is what has happened. I drove from Knoxville, TN to Myrtle Beach, SC on the 5th towing around 7500lbs. I had very little puking...
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    EGR Delete Kit

    Does the EGR Delete Kits actually eliminate the EGR Valve or just the cooler. Wait, does the cooler house the EGR Valve or does the intake?? Help me out here guys. Scott
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    Diagnoses

    Ok guys, help me diagnose a problem. I have been having this issue for a while now and I had written it off as needing a reflash. The issue is the engine missing at startup and lasting until the engine warmed up. I was told to get the latest reflash that did something to the injectors in that it...
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    Towing Help

    I am looking for some expert advise on pulling my Tag-along. I am presently towing around 7K with an open bed and I was wondering if a camper top would help out on my mileage any. I have access to a cab high top for $250 but not sure if it will gain me any mileage. I am currently running around...
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    Running Issues

    Ok, here is the deal, the temp this morning in the garage was 69 degrees and the temp outside was 52 degrees. I had my truck in the garage unplugged from 4pm yesterday until 6am this morning. The truck started fine but it acted like it was 10 degrees and wouldn't get out of it's own way until...
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    Engine Compression

    Hi all. I have a couple of questions about a 2000 7.3 liter in an F550. My first one has me a little concerned. My buddy was trying to remove his fan to replace it because the clutch is messed up. In the process of doing this the whole engine would spin over. Now what has me concerned is that it...
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    Rear Axle Whine

    Ok, I have been having a whine in the rear axle for a while now and I have eliminated or replaced everything except the pinion bearing and the inner axle bearings. This is next on the list and I was wondering where would be a good place to get a kit to do this. My local mechanic said he can get...
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    Non Dually Wheels

    Hi all, I have been seeing some dually's in some magazines lately and they look to be running regular wheels on the front. I know this is possible by removing the front spacers. I am interested in this but I can't find a full on side view to see exactly how it looks. If anyone has pics or a link...
  11. rsjohnsn

    Springs

    Hi all, I have a question about springs. Are there any difference in 350 and 450 springs for the rear? I need to replace mine and I am thinking of installing the 450's if they will fit the mounting points. Are there any significant difference in the weight carrying capabilities? Thanks Scott
  12. rsjohnsn

    New to Powerstrokes

    Hi all, I just wanted to say that we have a new Powerstroke member. My dad just bought a 2002 F350 Supercab Dually with the 7.3 and six speed. I found him the truck after searching for over a year. The truck is practically new with 28K miles and only has one scratch. We bought it from an...
  13. rsjohnsn

    Brake issues

    Ok guys, I need some input on a brake problem. On my way home tonight I had to get on the brakes hard and quick and nothing happened! I managed to avoid the car in front of me but the truck just wouldn't stop, she did slow down but not fast at all. The brake pedal was hard and I smelled the...
  14. rsjohnsn

    Fender Flares

    Ok, don't ask me why but I just love the way the factory fender flares look on the front of the F450's. My question is, are the front ends on the 450's wider than my '04 350? If not then these should fit my 350 right? Thanks Scott
  15. rsjohnsn

    Tow/Haul Button

    My Tow/Haul button has quit working. Until yesterday I could always get it to work by messing around with the shifter location but now nothing. Can someone tell me how to fix it or even how to get it apart? Thanks Scott
  16. rsjohnsn

    Strange smell

    And no it's not me :sly I noticed a strange smell last weekend while pulling my camper (8-9k lb) up a small grade. My exhaust temp was at 1100 and the boost was at 25psi and the tranny temp was around 170. I do have the Banks 6 gun and it was on #5 setting. I didn't notice any coolant missing...
  17. rsjohnsn

    Injector Replacement

    I have an injector that is leaking down after the truck sits overnight. The dealer want's way to much money to fix the problem and he is only going to change the one. I would like to do this myself and spend the labor money on all 8 injectors. Now my question is how hard are they to change as...
  18. rsjohnsn

    Hard Start and Bad Running

    Hi all, I am having a problem with starting and running issues. In the mornings, or the first starting of the day, the truck starts fine but she runs like it is 20 degrees outside even though it is in the 60's. This straightens out after about 1-2 miles of driving and everything is fine. Now the...
  19. rsjohnsn

    Better Brakes

    What are my options for better brakes on my truck? I have replaced them once about a month or 2 ago and the front ones are warped again. I know when and where it happened thanks to the idiot that was doing 15mph on I-75 in Atlanta! Anyway, I haul alot so I need something that will last and hold...
  20. rsjohnsn

    Hard to start

    Ok, my girl has hit 99,562 miles and she is falling apart. First the trans and now she almost didn't start. I had her plugged up all night and just went out to start her and nothing. I had to cycle the glow plugs a few times just to get her to start and boy she sounds bad. I also noticed that...
  21. rsjohnsn

    Broken Transmission

    Ok guys and gals, I need some help bad. I need to replace or rebuild my trans. I experienced some weird things today with my girl and after all was said and done it comes out that the torque convertor is going. I am still able to drive her but the problem is getting worse. Oh, I guess I need to...
  22. rsjohnsn

    Idle question

    I will be traveling tonight and sleeping in my truck. I will have to idle the truck for about 5-6 hours at 1200 rpm. This puts me at around 325 degrees, is this hot enough? How hot does the engine need to be to prevent fuel in the oil? Thanks Scott
  23. rsjohnsn

    Turbo Couplers

    Hi all! I have noticed in the past couple of days that I have been losing some power, not much at first but now it is definately noticeable. Anyway, after poking around and noticeing some exhaust soot under the hood I found the problem. My turbo coupler from the turbo outlet to the intercooler...
  24. rsjohnsn

    Rearend Noise

    No, not that kind! :tounge I have replaced the rear limited slip at about 4-5k miles ago and now I have established a rear vibration when I put her in a turn at low speeds, mainly taking off. I have checked and replaced the rear brakes, checked the outer axle bearings and even drained and...
  25. rsjohnsn

    Long Haul questions

    Hi all, I have been putting alot of miles on the old girl lately and I was just wandering what effects this is doing. I have run around 1600 miles since Sunday night. I did around 550 miles of that today at 70-75 mph running with an empty 16 trailer and about half with around 2000lbs. I do stop...

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