7.3 questions
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7.3 questions
Hey all. I'm new to the diesel scene and I just have a few questions before I go and do my engine swap. (7.3L frame cut down and bronco body placed on it. (7.3 bronco).)
I've been looking at a few F250/350s within my price range, but there mileage is in the high 200s to low 300s and judging by the looks of the trucks I'm guessing that the engine wasn't fully maintained properly.
I know that these engines can go a long ways, but how much would a simple stock engine rebuild cost? Where could I get a rebuild kit?
I've read into upgrades so I don't really have questions regarding that and I know about the upkeep on the coolant system.
If anyone has any other pointers please feel free to add them in.
I've been looking at a few F250/350s within my price range, but there mileage is in the high 200s to low 300s and judging by the looks of the trucks I'm guessing that the engine wasn't fully maintained properly.
I know that these engines can go a long ways, but how much would a simple stock engine rebuild cost? Where could I get a rebuild kit?
I've read into upgrades so I don't really have questions regarding that and I know about the upkeep on the coolant system.
If anyone has any other pointers please feel free to add them in.
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I want to do a Bronco myself! I'm not sure if I want to shorten the frame of a truck I have, or just put the F350 running gear under the Bronco frame. There is also the possibility of using '05+ axles with coil springs and radius arms. I would probably go that route if I had the money, but I have all OBS parts to do it already, so mine will get a D60 front and 10.25 rear with leaf springs. Whatever you do, please keep us updated and post up LOTS of pics!!
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These are the couple I have found:
1996 f-250 4x4 powerstroke diesel ~ 2hr drive
1997 ford f250 powerstroke ~ 3hr drive
95 Powerstroke Turbo Diesel ~ 5hr drive
95 ford powerstroke ~4 1/2hr drive
What do you guys think? These are the only ones between IN, OH and MI that are within my price range without going too far. I really only care about the front clip, frame, and drivetrain.
1996 f-250 4x4 powerstroke diesel ~ 2hr drive
1997 ford f250 powerstroke ~ 3hr drive
95 Powerstroke Turbo Diesel ~ 5hr drive
95 ford powerstroke ~4 1/2hr drive
What do you guys think? These are the only ones between IN, OH and MI that are within my price range without going too far. I really only care about the front clip, frame, and drivetrain.
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As far as a rebuild... check with riffraff for a rebuild kit (~$1100) and check with a local machine shop to see what block machining would cost.
Other things you might consider include having the heads re-maned (ask the machine shop). If you do the heads be sure to replace all the injector cups.
Richard
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There is really not much in the head to go bad if the valves are sealing (easy to check with a hand pump). Just replace the cups and clean them up yourself. Cost you ~$200 and a bit of elbow grease (includes tool rental).
Again, I wouldn't bother rebuilding the engine if the compression is good.
Richard
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In thinking about it, if you wanted a halfway point where you could save a lot of money. have the machine shop check the bores (or get a dial bore gauge and do it yourself) and just re-ring it if the bores are good.
Re-ringing it will cost you at least 50% less because you will not need machining and re-balancing.
Richard
Re-ringing it will cost you at least 50% less because you will not need machining and re-balancing.
Richard
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