http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums Upgrading and adding aftermarket equipment to your 1994-1997 Ford F-Series with Power Stroke engine. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:30:03 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/looking-improve-my-elec-fuel-system-242622/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:00:51 GMT Ive been running a DIY elec fuel system for a couple months now. My system still utilizes the banjo system at back of engine. what ied like to do is put new fittings in the back of the heads with a steel line coming up from them to a Y from the Y to a hose barb fitting. what fittings and line would i need for this and where would i find such items? any help is greatly appreciated so i can get rid of the leaky banjo system Ive been running a DIY elec fuel system for a couple months now.


My system still utilizes the banjo system at back of engine.

what ied like to do is put new fittings in the back of the heads with a steel line coming up from them to a Y from the Y to a hose barb fitting.

what fittings and line would i need for this and where would i find such items?

any help is greatly appreciated so i can get rid of the leaky banjo system ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket 96strokerlb http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/looking-improve-my-elec-fuel-system-242622/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/hose-front-heads-242620/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:53:25 GMT I did an elec fuel system and have yet to determine where a 2in length of fuel hose goes at front of the pass side head ive got both fuel return hoses hooked up and this hose used to goto the fuel bowl but i cant figoure out what for? it sits right beside the pass side head going down its side in the valley then up to the front under the alternator and other items. I did an elec fuel system and have yet to determine where a 2in length of fuel hose goes at front of the pass side head ive got both fuel return hoses hooked up and this hose used to goto the fuel bowl but i cant figoure out what for?

it sits right beside the pass side head going down its side in the valley then up to the front under the alternator and other items. ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket 96strokerlb http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/hose-front-heads-242620/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/upgrades-97-psd-suggestions-242583/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:12:09 GMT Hi all, well I'm tracing down a couple of issues on my stock 97 F350 PSD 5spd (168000mi), comp about 400 psi on all, and am looking for anyone else's exp in upgrading this beast. So far I've come up with:
1: Get more air in and more air out with intake and exhaust (4") mods
2: Gut EBPV
3. Replace injectors with at least AA single shot (engine still has original inj's)
4. Reflash PCM to add fuel and adjust timing
5. Replacing fuel pump while there, as well as any other maint.

This should add a little extra oomph, yes?

Anyone's input on the pros or cons of this will be appreciated!

Jeff ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket GlacierDieselPower http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/upgrades-97-psd-suggestions-242583/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/injector-questions-242570/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:24:59 GMT I took my truck into the shop to have the front main seal replaced. The mechanic ran a power distribution test, since he thought my truck sounded funny, and is telling me that I have a failed injector on cylinder 7. I don't know a whole lot about injectors, other than how they work. I would like to know the best method for purchasing injectors (I have looked at various cites and I cannot tell if I would be paying for 8 injectors or just one). Should I just replace one or should I replace them all? Who makes the best bang for your buck and how hard would this be to do on my own? Or should I just have the mechanic do the job? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. BTW I think I would like to keep the truck stock, I am not looking for any fancy-schmancy HP increasing injectors, although an increase in mpg would be nice. I don't have a chip or tuner and have not yet got gauges, so I think keeping things stock is the way to go. THANKS! ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket l84aropin http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/injector-questions-242570/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/downpipe-question-242547/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:46:19 GMT I'm looking for a downpipe for my 1995, I was told that since I have a 5 spd. that I will not be able to find one that fits without having it custom bends put in the pipe???? I knew I would have to do some Fab work but from what I understand its more or less bending the flange on the firewall not the actual pipe. Can any chime in on this for me and also any suggestions on where to get a good down pipe would be helpful. Thanks ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket bigballrz http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/downpipe-question-242547/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/new-suspension-advice-242457/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:03:56 GMT Ok.. i have had my 97 f250 for 2 years (2 wheel drive). Any suggestions for Shocks? would i need to replace anything else? How long are the springs and leefs good for? Or any other component for that matter (got 230k miles). I dont want to replace one thing and find out i should have done something else later. I dont need anything special here is my usage: tow 2 horse trailer a few times a year tote round bails every few months That is it. Ok.. i have had my 97 f250 for 2 years (2 wheel drive). Any suggestions for Shocks? would i need to replace anything else? How long are the springs and leefs good for? Or any other component for that matter (got 230k miles). I dont want to replace one thing and find out i should have done something else later.

I dont need anything special here is my usage:

tow 2 horse trailer a few times a year
tote round bails every few months

That is it. ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket sydeshowbob http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/new-suspension-advice-242457/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/fuel-economy-stage-1s-242392/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:45:19 GMT A buddy of mine has a 96 f350 with 4.10's. He is looking into getting a set of Stage 1 injectors. He was wondering what kind of fuel mileage he could expect with the new injectors and his 4.10's.
Thanks for any replies. Great Site!! ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket BMoreRvns20 http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/fuel-economy-stage-1s-242392/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/turbo-help-242391/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:36:36 GMT I have a Garret Turbo and during the install of the Tymar intake we observed that the comp wheel vanes are bent/chipped. I have pretty decent mechanical skills, but not a whole lot of time and not a whole lot of money. Should I rebuild the turbo with a kit from someone (ie Rons Turbo Service) OR replace with a remanufactured turbo (if so, should I go to the 1.0 spooling) OR should I have a mechanic do the rebuild? I will have a week coming for "vacation," so the time might not be too much of an issue. I am just looking for sage advice, so anything that will help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket l84aropin http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/turbo-help-242391/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/pillar-gauge-install-242335/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:28:13 GMT Has anyone tried installing the new pillar cover without the original pillar in place? Seems like it will be tight to get all of the wires and tubes between the new and old pillars. I know that's how it's been done hundreds of times. I'm just curious about the consequences of cutting most of the old pillar out and only overlaping the new one to the old at the top. Seems like you'd have a lot more room to install the wires and tubes. Does the new pillar not fit well without the old one behind it. These questions may be answered when I look into it closer. Tonight I just placed the new pillar over the stock one for a trial fit. It seems really tight to get light, power, ground and sensor wires along with therm wire and boost tube all between the two!!! My Autometer instructions say to do just that but...you know when all else fails read the instruction...right!!!!!!!!! ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket 95DRW4x4 http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/pillar-gauge-install-242335/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/cargo-airbags-242317/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:35:51 GMT Im Plannig to add Cargo Airbaigs on my Truck. I Know that Firestone sales a kit that include 2airbags, a compressor, hoses and the hardware to mount all of this. Do a Firestone kit for 500$ is a good Plan ? or there is a cheaper/better way to make my truck level with his cargo ? Im Plannig to add Cargo Airbaigs on my Truck.
I Know that Firestone sales a kit that include 2airbags, a compressor, hoses and the hardware to mount all of this.

Do a Firestone kit for 500$ is a good Plan ? or there is a cheaper/better way to make my truck level with his cargo ? ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket Therien http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/cargo-airbags-242317/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/help-me-id-suspension-242284/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:13:13 GMT i bought a 96 F350 turbo diesel 4x4 crew cab long bed. It was lifted when i bought it. I put 33's on it- In my mind it rides like crap and doesnt tow well either. My old truck was a super duty dually. I bought a 5th wheel toy hauler that weights 12000lbs two weekends ago and immediatly bought helper bags since the rear was saggin so bad. Im wondering if the previous owner put softer springs in it. I searched and found all the super duty and reverse shackle mods but I dont even know what i have. Heres some shots- The only marking i could find on the leaf spring was on the rear shackle it says VZ









Its obviously got 4 inch lift blocks in the rear ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket scotzilla http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/help-me-id-suspension-242284/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/wantin-upgrade-242261/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:38:44 GMT I'm new to the site.. Anyways I'm wantin to upgrade my '97 7.3's intake and exhaust and put a chip on it.... Lookin for the best ones.. Wonderin what everyones opinion was?

Thanks,
Will ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket 423BigWill http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/wantin-upgrade-242261/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/yet-more-zf-swap-questions-242255/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:17:44 GMT Im doing my 5 spd swap at the end of next week. Im just thinking about the cruise control..I know i need to get a new computer/get it reflashed. But how will the computer know to idle the motor when i push the clutch or when i take it out of gear? Does it assume that if you take it out of gear, you have pushed the clutch? Also, for my 97, what safety switch do i need for the pedal? thanks! Im doing my 5 spd swap at the end of next week. Im just thinking about the cruise control..I know i need to get a new computer/get it reflashed. But how will the computer know to idle the motor when i push the clutch or when i take it out of gear?

Does it assume that if you take it out of gear, you have pushed the clutch?

Also, for my 97, what safety switch do i need for the pedal?

thanks! ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket 91diesel http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/yet-more-zf-swap-questions-242255/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/gear-question-242235/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:19:21 GMT Hey guys im changing out my front gears in my dana 60 just wondering if anyone has any opinions on the genuine gears? Anything bad about them? Anything else you would recomend. Thanks Brian Hey guys im changing out my front gears in my dana 60 just wondering if anyone has any opinions on the genuine gears? Anything bad about them? Anything else you would recomend.

Thanks Brian ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket Whitefiveo http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/gear-question-242235/ http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/what-rear-end-run-5-speed-242190/ Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:09:52 GMT Ok guys, here is my dilemma… I just swapped out my E4OD for the 5 speed manual and now my gear ratio is real low. I have the 4.10 rear end and now my truck can barely to freeway speeds without sounding like the motor is going to blow up! So, what should I do? Do I put the 3.55 or the 3.73 rear end in? I’m thinking the 3.55 would be good, but I don’t want to be so high geared that I can’t pull anything…. Did Ford only give two options from the factory for rear ends? Was it the 4.10 for the auto and the 3.55 for the manual? I know that they put the 3.73 in the 6 speeds, but was the 3.73 an option for our 5 speeds? Also, I have 315x75xR16 tires on my truck… Ok guys, here is my dilemma… I just swapped out my E4OD for the 5 speed manual and now my gear ratio is real low. I have the 4.10 rear end and now my truck can barely to freeway speeds without sounding like the motor is going to blow up! So, what should I do? Do I put the 3.55 or the 3.73 rear end in? I’m thinking the 3.55 would be good, but I don’t want to be so high geared that I can’t pull anything….

Did Ford only give two options from the factory for rear ends? Was it the 4.10 for the auto and the 3.55 for the manual? I know that they put the 3.73 in the 6 speeds, but was the 3.73 an option for our 5 speeds? Also, I have 315x75xR16 tires on my truck… ]]> Power Strokes 1994-1997 Upgrades and Aftermarket pschand http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f29/what-rear-end-run-5-speed-242190/