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  1. flareside_thunder

    Let's Play Guess That Engine!

    I know what it is.....it's a pretty common C.I. engine....but NOT a common casting. This engine is one of only 127 ever built. Can you guess it?
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    FOR SALE- 1989 F250 4wd Diesel

    I've decided to put my 1989 F250 single cab, longbed, 4wd up for sale. 1992 engine with less than 130k miles on it, timing bumped and fuel screw turned up 2 flats, 3.5 inch straight pipe exhaust, 6.9 air intake tube, reese hitch, bedliner, ZF5 with 30Wt non-detergent oil, BW1356 X-case. Truck is...
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    Sending Unit Issue

    Got a 2000 F250 in the shop that has a sending unit issue. It runs out reading 1/4 tank. Sending unit was replaced a few months ago as well. Having an issue finding any kind of TSB to point me in the right direction as well as electrical specs at the sending unit and at the harness side of the...
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    FS: 1995 Flareside 2500 OBO

    I have a 1995 F150 Flareside 2wd 167k miles 302/AODE with true dual glasspacked exhaust. truck hauls ***, gets good mileage at around 18 with my foot out of it. Mild 302, EV6 Injectors, AODE, 3.55 W/Posi, Mark3 Package, Lowered and Levelled. Lookin for 3k OBO and looking at trades also...
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    Looking at a new truck

    Looking at a new truck with my fiance for her job. I was wondering if I could get one of you nice, kind Ford Techs to run this VIN for me and let me know of any issues with this vehicle, recalls that are pending or have been carried out.....and any thoughts about it, as well as stuff to look...
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    Show Your IDI!

    This forum is dead, let's get some more action in here...I'll start!This is my 1989 F250 4wd 5 speed with a 7.3 that I got for a measely 600 bucks. Needed a little bit of work and still needs a replacement fuel pump as this one is wore slap out.
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    Scanner Won't Link

    Hooked a Snap-on code scanner up to my truck...no dice, says it can't communicate with my computer. Tried pullin codes the paperclip way and can't get the flashes to occur...any thoughts on this?
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    EV6 Injector Swap

    Just got done installing my new(reman) EV6 injectors...for those of you that don't know the EV6 was available in 96 and newer Ford Explorers. They are 19 lbers and completely different pintle design. After getting everything buttoned up and test driving my truck, I am extremely happy with the...
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    Shifter Boot Sound Deadening

    Ok, Burt's shifter boot sound deadening do-bob is missing and I was wondering what some of ya'll have used to pack inside the shifter boot. My buddy has used a seat cushion before but it caught on fire (boy that was a hoot)he also had a turbo too though) Just wanted some thoughts on this.
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    New (Used) Tires

    Here's some before and after pics.Not clearin too bad for 315/75/16's. They're Pro-Comp XTreme AT's. It'll sit better when the Whitlock Levelling kit goes on.....I want a little more height out of it for sure. In a semi-related story, my X-case is junk....luckily there's a good one sittin...
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    The Florida Chapter.......

    Welcomes RED352 into it's midst, the 352 doesn't happen to be your area code does it?Welcome to the Florida Chapter...maybe we can get this ball rolling now!
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    Ta Daaa! 56K DEATH

    Here's my new toy......and here's the list of all I've done to it in the two days It's been in my possession:Wired the glowplugs into a pushbutton on the dash, swapped gauge clusters as PO had put a gas cluster in it, put in new(used) clutch pedal assembly as the old one was broken, welded the...
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    Dodge No Start Condition

    Hey all, 2000 Dodge Dakota 3.9 V6. used to run great then one day just shut off and coasted to a stop and would not start back up again. Found the POS battery terminal clamp was loose so tightened it. Still Wouldn't start. Will sit there and wing over as long as you want but no start. If you...
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    Pulling Lower intake

    I already know the basics of pullign the intake as I've done it before.....now I've got an oil leak somewhere in front and wanna get it fixed while the truck is down while I hunt for a trans....So, is there any way to get the coolant out of the lower intake prior to pulling it off so as not to...
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    Tranny issues

    So, got the bright idea to pull codes....and I tried..but then I remembered, when this thing gave me issues about 2 months ago...pulling codes with a snap-on codereader was all but useless...wouldn't connect with the ECU. So, doing some research on the symptoms I think I've got it narrowed down...
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    Which Transmission?

    Welp, my factory 164k automatic has started failing me today...slipping from OD to 2nd gear at 65 MPH is not my idea of fun. So, now I'm looking for a standard. I'm just trying to decide between 4spd granny and a 5 speeds trans.....with 3.55 gears what would the final drive ratio be with each...
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    Hey nflfreak!!!!

    here's ya go......http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/1907185496.html
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    Avatar Issues....

    Every time I try to change my avatar I come up with "Upload failed due to failure writing temporary file." is it something on my end or the site's?
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    Bracket Modification

    Those of us with 302's know abouit that section of the bracket that slides over a stud partially covering the waterpump.... The particular bracket is the AC/PS bracket. I'm tired of havin to take off this bracket to mess with the waterpump. So, can I take a bandsaw to that section that slides...
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    Smaller Alt. Pulley.

    I need to know what smaller pulleys will fit on our (Gen 9) 95 amp alternators? I just need this junkyard upgade until I can do a 3G conversion, this 30 amp draw fan is killin me...and my battery. My alternator is on it's way out anyways so I'm having it rebuilt and turned up tomorrow. But...
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    My New Toy!!!

    Haaaaa ha hahaaaa...I got me a Mark8 electric fan from the boneyard the other day....26 bucks and works like a charm...gonna install it here in a bit.....I've been advised I can use an inline fuse so I think that's the route I'm gonna go.(waiting for the flaming)
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    2 inch coil spring spacers

    I stumbled upon these...first time I've ever seen em for our trucks....sweeeeet. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FORD-F150-1981-1996-4WD-2-LEVELING-LIFT-KIT-FB2A-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem1c12787158QQitemZ120568967512QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories
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    For you 4.9 guys

    Saw thison another forum...thought you'd like it. http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2147225
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    04 6.0 PSD Rough Idle

    Like it says......idles rough for 10-15 minutes after startup. TSB for reprogramming performed earlier today by dealer and now truck runs worse than before...any thoughts? Let me know if you need anymore info.Thanks
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    Trnsmission Woes....

    Had an issue today where my truck shifted into OD then kicked itself into nuetral.....I've read quite a few explanations of this but looking for more feedback. Hit it with a Snap-On scanenr and nothing came up (pertaining to that). My fluid DOES need to be changed and I'll do that as soon as I...
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    Repinning transmission harnesses

    I need a lesson on the differences between the E4OD and the AODE(4R70W) transmissions. I'd also like to know if the AODE harness can be pinned to work with the E4OD computer assuming the E4OD doesn't have a standalone module and is, in fact, programmed through the ECU.
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    True Dual exhaust

    I was wondering if anyone had true duals coming out in front of the back tires on a truck with dual fuel tanks....and if you did I'd like to see some pics of how you did it. Eliminating one of my tanks is not an option....I like the option and I always use both tanks.Thanks.
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    Saginaw Pumps

    Well a few guys on here have done the saginaw swaps on their trucks and been really happy. I have a 95 302 and have access to a 351W saginaw pump with accessories bracket attached for next to nothing. I was wondering if the 351 bracket would be compatible or if I would absolutely have to find a...
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    Explorer Intake

    Would there be any benefit in swapping a truck factory intake set for a 94 Cobra Lower and explorer upper with a 65MM Throttle body? If so, what part of the power band would be affected and would it be in a negative or positive way?Thanks.....
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    One to appreciate....

    Wow...just wow.http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/1475050631.html
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