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Forum: Ford Drivetrain 04-19-2018, 12:41 PM
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Posted By PigPen
Does anyone know how to do a compression test in...

Does anyone know how to do a compression test in these? I've found many people across the internet talking about doing so for the f-series, nothing at all for the vans. I'm planning on going with the...
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-07-2017, 08:00 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
Interesting. I'll probably just go with the $7...

Interesting. I'll probably just go with the $7 part locally then. I've heard the 195 option is too low because you want a diesel to run hot for max efficiency. Why do you dislike heat in a diesel?
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Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-07-2017, 05:54 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
Okay, while we're on the subject: did you guys...

Okay, while we're on the subject: did you guys replace your working thermostats or the housing, and if you did, did you choose the 203° option?
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-07-2017, 05:14 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
Hmm... so as long as the seal is still good, you...

Hmm... so as long as the seal is still good, you think I'm okay leaving the stripped plugs in?
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-07-2017, 04:51 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
I've been trying to complete the coolant flush...

I've been trying to complete the coolant flush described in this thread. First problem was the radiator plug was broken (it's plastic) so there was nothing visible outside at all. An Allen head...
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-02-2017, 06:07 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
Hmm... the more I read, the more it seems like...

Hmm... the more I read, the more it seems like post turbo may not be that bad of an option. Slightly safer, slightly cheaper, and slightly easier. Just have to remember that the temps will be on...
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-02-2017, 09:44 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
I am also primarily looking for peace of mind

I am also primarily looking for peace of mind
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-01-2017, 10:16 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
The only advice I got about the metal was to get...

The only advice I got about the metal was to get a full set of drill bits and start with the absolute smallest one possible and progress one size at a time so that you're essentially just creating...
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-01-2017, 08:59 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
Anyone here add an egt probe to their 7.3? If so,...

Anyone here add an egt probe to their 7.3? If so, where and how did you do it? The exhaust manifold?

Edit: Also, are tranny temps available via obd2 on the e450?
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 04-19-2017, 08:30 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
Thanks for the input... New question. ...

Thanks for the input...

New question.

My air filter housing has been broken for some amount of time. Everything is running fine, but I'm nervous about damage from dirt. Is there anything that...
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 04-18-2017, 10:11 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 129,902
Posted By PigPen
Any opinions on these mods? (found on another...

Any opinions on these mods? (found on another forum)

1) get rid of the very restrictive muffler or replace exhaust system.
2) By now your up-pipes are probably leaking. Fixing it will make a...
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