Oil to coolant would not be a head gasket problem at all. It would most likely be a bad oil cooler or a timing cover or gasket. Coolant to oil could be a...
I guess I'll introduce myself before asking questions. I live in western KY and have been wanting a diesel truck for several years. Aside from not liking cold...
If it has a V8 diesel, and it's a pickup or van, then it is an International/Navistar diesel. This includes the 6.9, 7.3 IDI and IDI Turbo, and both...
Just a box and calibration in it that I have. Are you interested? I have a few different files for them and you will definetly notice the power gains. Is it...
Thanks. I think 265,000 is the more accurate number (in the dealer 11/98/98 @ x40,212 for recall repairs) but can't be sure. The coolant looks new and I...
I have a 1991 250 with the idi 7.3 L Mine has 245000 on got it with 100000. I have had problems with the alignment with the dana 50 front end. ball joint as...
It gets black due to soot contamination. ... Charles Ledger ASE Master--Auto; Advanced Engine Performance; Diesel Engines; Medium/Heavy Truck Electrical Ford...
Charles do you know off hand if there is a "tricks" to gain a little more power from my 7.3 IDI 1991 250? It has 230,000 but runs strong and has always been...
Have you had the injection pump timing checked? Charles Ledger ASE Master--Auto; Advanced Engine Performance; Diesel Engines; Medium/Heavy Truck Electrical ...
Start by having the injection pump timed. The pump volume can be turned up, but generally that is done when a turbo is installed. Charles Ledger ASE...
I called SG reed here in claremont and they said that it is possible with the 466 but not with the 444. They then said they could put a rebuilt injecion pump...
I can't tell you how much it would cost in your area. I can imagine it running 1-2 hours. ... Charles Ledger ASE Master--Auto; Advanced Engine Performance; ...
Hi Charles, ... Having just bought a '97 F350 Dually (91K miles), is this something that we should have checked/done (injection pump timed)? Thanks!! -- Rebel...
only diesel have injection pumps. It is like the fuel injection system in a gas but more like a carb. It is not the same as a fuel pump. jea Evan Cowart...
You don't have an injection pump on your PowerStroke. He has a 7.3 IDI with mechanical injection. ... Charles Ledger ASE Master--Auto; Advanced Engine...
Ok, I sealed the deal today and I'll take possession of a 1990 F250 tomorrow. Now, since I'm new to diesels, where do I go from here? I have purchased: Wix...
i have been using the walmart brand supertec or something like that. Make sure it is 15 w 40 or equivalent for your engine. make sure it is the right oil for...
OK, problem #1. I got it home and now the "Water in Fuel" light has come on. I had been told to drain the water separator just to be sure. The Chilton's...
Hi Jason, ... AFAIK, a simple draining of the separator will suffice--others more experienced than I will know for sure though. I think that the sensor is...
Thanks. I found some information on-line about draining the separator (why doesn't Chilton cover this???). I unscrewed the bottom of the separator and pressed...
On the bottom of the fuel filter (passenger side of the engine) there is a thumbwheel. You can either partially open it with the engine running to expell the...
Hi Jason, ... Was it cranking over before?? I can't see why all of a sudden it won't turn over with a little water in the fuel. Did a wire break or got...
It was running before. I took it to a mechanic yesterday to have it checked out. Everything checked out OK but be did recommend changing the oil and draining...
Hi Jason, ... On our '92, it is on the pass side fender area--right behind (if you are standing in front of the truck) the batt. Later, -- Rebel Racing ...
Your life will be ruled by that light. If you drain it and it comes on again, they you have water in your fuel tank. My solution is to start, stop, drain,...
Your truck is a 97, correct. If so I don't think you can tighten the belts, if the belt appears loose then the spring tensioner pulley has failed or the belt...
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