97up-list-digest Thursday, August 27 1998 Volume 01 : Number 195



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In this issue:

FTE 97up - FTE in Truckin' magazine
FTE 97up - location of aux powertrain control module
Re: FTE 97up - location of aux powertrain control module
FTE 97up - Super Duty F650-750 - pictures
Re: FTE 97up - location of aux powertrain control module
FTE 97up - which axle is on the 99 f350 dually?
Re: FTE 97up - which axle is on the 99 f350 dually?
FTE 97up - Trailer light problem
Re: FTE 97up - Super Duty F650-750 - pictures
Re: FTE 97up - Super Duty F650-750 - pictures
Re: FTE 97up - exhaust
Re: FTE 97up - exhaust
FTE 97up - ADMIN: Member web contributions
Re: FTE 97up - Trailer light problem

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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 14:21:45 -0400
From: Ken Payne
Subject: FTE 97up - FTE in Truckin' magazine

The October issue (now on news-stands) of Truckin' magazine
has a really nice write-up about Ford Truck Enthusiasts (thanks
Gary!). The article is about web sites and they really
complimented us. I wanted to send a public "thank you" to
Truckin Magazine and also let the list members know so they
can check it out.

Regards,
Ken Payne
CoAdmin, Ford Truck Enthusiasts
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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 14:22:00 -0400
From: "Bridgman, Derek"
Subject: FTE 97up - location of aux powertrain control module

On a '99 Powerstroke with the PTO option on the automatic
transmission, where is the auxiliary powertrain control module located
(aux idle control)?

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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 11:42:37 -0700
From: johny
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - location of aux powertrain control module

It's dealer or user installable. There's a bracket that comes with the
unit. Mounts to the bottom 2 screws of the ash-tray, and a third mounting
point that you need to drill a hole for.

If you have the 40-20-40 bench seat, and have a small child sitting in the
center, then the Aux Idle control is kind of intrusive. Captain's chairs are
not an issue.

There's a cable that plugs into a conncector behind the removable
panel, which connects to the control box.

see here for a picture:
http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.meadowlandford.com/pdf/index.pdf
page 84 - High Idle Throttle Control
(you need acrobat)

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Bridgman, Derek wrote:

> On a '99 Powerstroke with the PTO option on the automatic
> transmission, where is the auxiliary powertrain control module located
> (aux idle control)?
>
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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 11:46:44 -0700
From: johny
Subject: FTE 97up - Super Duty F650-750 - pictures

FYI -

http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.meadowlandford.com/fordf.htm

We are in possession of 2 spy shots taken at the recent dealer meetings in
Orlando,
where the new F650 and F750 were introduced. Since our man on the scene had
to
take SPY photos, the pictures are a little dim, but you can clearly see the
body lines of
these exciting new trucks. To the best of our knowledge, the 650 series
will be
#26,000 GVWR, and the 750 series will be #33,000 GVWR. They should offer CAT,
Cummins and International power, and Allison automatics should be available
in
addition to several manual transmissions.

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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 13:42:44 -0500
From: "Union Auto"
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - location of aux powertrain control module

The Aux. Idle control comes in a box and you have to put it where you want
it. Most times this is used it is in wreckers or ambulances that have
radios and other things installed aftermaket.

Nathan Bernard
Union Auto, Inc.

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From: Bridgman, Derek
To: 97up-list ford-trucks.com
Date: Wednesday, August 26, 1998 1:38 PM
Subject: FTE 97up - location of aux powertrain control module


> On a '99 Powerstroke with the PTO option on the automatic
> transmission, where is the auxiliary powertrain control module located
> (aux idle control)?


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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 14:52:00 -0400
From: "Bridgman, Derek"
Subject: FTE 97up - which axle is on the 99 f350 dually?

Which axle is used on the 1999 F350 dually? The Ford 10.5 inch or the
Dana 80?
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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 15:14:17 -0400
From: "Frank Wanicka"
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - which axle is on the 99 f350 dually?

the Dana 80
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Frank Wanicka

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From: Bridgman, Derek
To:
Date: Wednesday, August 26, 1998 3:17 PM
Subject: FTE 97up - which axle is on the 99 f350 dually?


> Which axle is used on the 1999 F350 dually? The Ford 10.5 inch or the
> Dana 80?
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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 15:24:43 EDT
From: Gnfishin5 aol.com
Subject: FTE 97up - Trailer light problem

Have a 98 F150 with a factory installed trailer harness. Brake lights do not
work on my trailer when hooked to my F150 (worked initially). When hooked to
my Jeep brake lights work. Could only get a voltage reading off the 4 pin
adapter on the F150 for the running light (not brake lights). Did an
resistance reading on the 4 pin adapter and it has continuity.

Assumption is a blown fuse--could not determine from owners manual which fuse
for sure. Called dealer service manager and he thought there was a seperate
fuse for the trailer connector. He did not know for sure or which fuse. He
asked that I bring the truck in. The soonest they can look at it is 8 days
away.

Does anyone happen to know if their is a seperate fuse for the trailer
connector that would control the brake lights? By the way the F150 brake
lights work just fine.

P.S. Suppose it could be a trailer short problem that blew the fuse (if there
is one) in the F150 because since I have been pulling my boat with it I have a
problem in that the left running light (not brake light) burns out often.
(Make sense??)

Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 15:50:07 -0400
From: Ken Payne
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Super Duty F650-750 - pictures

At 11:46 AM 8/26/98 -0700, you wrote:
>FYI -
>
>http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.meadowlandford.com/fordf.htm
>
>We are in possession of 2 spy shots taken at the recent dealer meetings in
>Orlando,
> where the new F650 and F750 were introduced. Since our man on the scene had
>to
> take SPY photos, the pictures are a little dim, but you can clearly see the
>body lines of
> these exciting new trucks. To the best of our knowledge, the 650 series
>will be
> #26,000 GVWR, and the 750 series will be #33,000 GVWR. They should offer CAT,
> Cummins and International power, and Allison automatics should be available
>in
> addition to several manual transmissions.
>

They look pretty good! Sort of a mix of the traditional big truck look
with the new Superduty look.

Ken

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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 16:26:00 -0400
From: Chad Royse
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Super Duty F650-750 - pictures

Is it just me or does the orange (F650) look like a VW Bug on serious
steroids?

Chad

Ken Payne wrote:
>
> At 11:46 AM 8/26/98 -0700, you wrote:
> >http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.meadowlandford.com/fordf.htm
> >
> >We are in possession of 2 spy shots taken at the recent dealer meetings in
> >Orlando, where the new F650 and F750 were introduced.

>

> They look pretty good! Sort of a mix of the traditional big truck look
> with the new Superduty look.
>
> Ken
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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 17:15:59 -0400
From: Jeff Burroughs
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - exhaust

I have a 98 Expedition EB w/5.4 and am using the Gibson cat back system
along with a K&N filter.
The Gibson is bullet proof. Easy install, sounds great and improved
mileage. I got mine
from http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://accessconnect.com/index.htm

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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 15:50:27 -0600
From: Matt Adams
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - exhaust

I beg to differ, I wrapped by Gibson exhaust around a rock (stupid
4-wheeling rocks), but I love it, had it repaired, and it looks good as
new.

Jeff Burroughs wrote:

> I have a 98 Expedition EB w/5.4 and am using the Gibson cat back system
> along with a K&N filter.
> The Gibson is bullet proof. Easy install, sounds great and improved
> mileage. I got mine
> from http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://accessconnect.com/index.htm
>
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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 19:47:34 -0400
From: Ken Payne
Subject: FTE 97up - ADMIN: Member web contributions

FTE's web site is kinda stale. It will be undergoing a face lift
soon. If you'd like to contribute any of the following for the
update:

1. Book or magazine review
2. Tech article. This can range from simple to complex. If you
installed a K&N on your 98, added a shift kit to your ride or
raised it 2 feet - almost anything you have to give, we'll
use.
3. Information or programs, click "misc" on the site for examples.

As usual, you retain the copyright and we'll take if off the site
if at some time in the future you ask us to.

Send submissions to:
kpayne ford-trucks.com

Ken Payne
CoAdmin, Ford Truck Enthusiasts
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Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 22:37:48 -0400
From: "jmc.chartier"
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Trailer light problem

Gnfishin5 aol.com wrote:

> Have a 98 F150 with a factory installed trailer harness. Brake lights do not
> work on my trailer when hooked to my F150 (worked initially). When hooked to
> my Jeep brake lights work. Could only get a voltage reading off the 4 pin
> adapter on the F150 for the running light (not brake lights). Did an
> resistance reading on the 4 pin adapter and it has continuity.
>
> Assumption is a blown fuse--could not determine from owners manual which fuse
> for sure. Called dealer service manager and he thought there was a seperate
> fuse for the trailer connector. He did not know for sure or which fuse. He
> asked that I bring the truck in. The soonest they can look at it is 8 days
> away.
>
> Does anyone happen to know if their is a seperate fuse for the trailer
> connector that would control the brake lights? By the way the F150 brake
> lights work just fine.
>
> P.S. Suppose it could be a trailer short problem that blew the fuse (if there
> is one) in the F150 because since I have been pulling my boat with it I have a
> problem in that the left running light (not brake light) burns out often.
> (Make sense??)
>
> Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
>
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In the engine compartment over the left side fender behind the Power
Distribution Box there is an Engine Mini Fuse Block. It is the box that is
perpindicular to the power box. There 2 mini fuses a 5 amp and a 20 amp. Check
the 20 amp fuse, it is the trailer tow Stop/Turn lamps fuse. If it is not burnt
try the #16 fuse in the Power Distribution Box (40 amp maxi fuse) it is the fuse
that feeds the above mentioned Engine mini Fuse box and the Trailer Tow Battery....

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