Notices
1994.5 - 1997 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel  

HPX

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 22, 2011 | 04:09 PM
  #1  
jg96powerstroker's Avatar
jg96powerstroker
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,166
Likes: 1
From: Phill Mo
Club FTE Silver Member

HPX

i have sen most you guys are running a hpx crossover.. is it a good mod and should i think bout doing it??? also i seen a stainless hold down for are thermstat on ebay for 20 buck deal or no deal??? also where do you get a good thermstat at i have seen the 205 stat but cant member where... thanks gus
 
Reply
Old May 22, 2011 | 04:38 PM
  #2  
427 fordman's Avatar
427 fordman
Hotshot
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 10,408
Likes: 75
From: Plankinton, SD
HPX helps even the oil pressure between the heads. I'm just having an issue with the hpop line fitting I moved to install the hpx line now. Oring is seeping. It needs to be replaced with a straight fitting instead of the 90. It gets moved ahead one spot on the head and the hpx goes where it was and the 90 doesn't work well there. Travis got me set straight on that. It is a good worthwhile mod. Dieselsite carries one as well as the stat, I just run a 195. The straight fitting does not come with the hpx, you'll have to get it at a hydraulic shop or something. Mine worked ok for 6-7k with a new oring, now needs replacing so getting a straight fitting. I think there is a short and long stem stat for different years, make sure its the right one. Don't know about the holddown.
 
Reply
Old May 22, 2011 | 04:46 PM
  #3  
jg96powerstroker's Avatar
jg96powerstroker
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,166
Likes: 1
From: Phill Mo
Club FTE Silver Member

Originally Posted by 427 fordman
HPX helps even the oil pressure between the heads. I'm just having an issue with the hpop line fitting I moved to install the hpx line now. Oring is seeping. It needs to be replaced with a straight fitting instead of the 90. It gets moved ahead one spot on the head and the hpx goes where it was and the 90 doesn't work well there. Travis got me set straight on that. It is a good worthwhile mod. Dieselsite carries one as well as the stat, I just run a 195. The straight fitting does not come with the hpx, you'll have to get it at a hydraulic shop or something. Mine worked ok for 6-7k with a new oring, now needs replacing so getting a straight fitting. I think there is a short and long stem stat for different years, make sure its the right one. Don't know about the holddown.
ok thanks!! how is the brakes???? i just put front brakes on , and rear a while back,,,, and still was haveing an issue and found the back drivers side brake line is crushed by the u bolt when i put my ne blocks in... man being in a hurry never pays!! thanks for your info!!
 
Reply
Old May 22, 2011 | 04:51 PM
  #4  
427 fordman's Avatar
427 fordman
Hotshot
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 10,408
Likes: 75
From: Plankinton, SD
Brakes are great! New rotors/pads last year, now the rears with new drums! You're right it usually doesn't pay to hurry. At least you found your problem.
 
Reply
Old May 22, 2011 | 05:12 PM
  #5  
redman84's Avatar
redman84
Cargo Master
15 Year Member
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,526
Likes: 6
From: College Station, TX
Never heard of a 205° stat a lot of guys are running 203s though. Kcm diesel also sells hpx
 
Reply
Old May 22, 2011 | 05:28 PM
  #6  
427 fordman's Avatar
427 fordman
Hotshot
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 10,408
Likes: 75
From: Plankinton, SD
I figured he meant 203, so I just went on with my rambling.
 
Reply
Old May 22, 2011 | 05:32 PM
  #7  
jg96powerstroker's Avatar
jg96powerstroker
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,166
Likes: 1
From: Phill Mo
Club FTE Silver Member

Originally Posted by redman84
Never heard of a 205° stat a lot of guys are running 203s though. Kcm diesel also sells hpx
i did mean 203 lol i was off a little give a guy a brake! lol hey red man you still need front springs???
 
Reply
Old May 22, 2011 | 08:07 PM
  #8  
redman84's Avatar
redman84
Cargo Master
15 Year Member
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,526
Likes: 6
From: College Station, TX
Originally Posted by jg96powerstroker
i did mean 203 lol i was off a little give a guy a brake! lol hey red man you still need front springs???
I could definitely use some and an add a leaf but don't know when I'll be in MO.
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

 Joe Kucinski
story-1

AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

 Brett Foote
story-2

Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-3

Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

 Joe Kucinski
story-5

2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

 Brett Foote
story-6

2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-7

10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

 Joe Kucinski
story-8

Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026

 Brett Foote
story-9

5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time

 Joe Kucinski
Old May 22, 2011 | 10:25 PM
  #9  
jg96powerstroker's Avatar
jg96powerstroker
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,166
Likes: 1
From: Phill Mo
Club FTE Silver Member

Originally Posted by redman84
I could definitely use some and an add a leaf but don't know when I'll be in MO.
dude they are your when ever you get this way.... or i may be your way by the end of the summer ill get with you on them just dont buy any... cant beat the price on these lol free
 
Reply
Old May 22, 2011 | 11:52 PM
  #10  
oldbird1965's Avatar
oldbird1965
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 20,418
Likes: 197
From: AZ
Club FTE Silver Member

What about those rear disks Jason? If your pulling alot, stick with the 195*.

Darin, I've never known you to ramble!
 
Reply
Old May 23, 2011 | 12:05 AM
  #11  
jg96powerstroker's Avatar
jg96powerstroker
Thread Starter
|
Posting Guru
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,166
Likes: 1
From: Phill Mo
Club FTE Silver Member

Originally Posted by oldbird1965
What about those rear disks Jason? If your pulling alot, stick with the 195*.

Darin, I've never known you to ramble!
hmm i didnt think bout that glenn.... the diselesite said 96 and newer have the 203* in them so i wonder if myn is a 203* already??? iam getting stuff togather for the rear disk i started a list of things to do today... from most important to just wanna have ....
 
Reply
Old May 23, 2011 | 12:11 AM
  #12  
oldbird1965's Avatar
oldbird1965
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 20,418
Likes: 197
From: AZ
Club FTE Silver Member

Its the other way around, the 94's and maybe 95's had the 203's and 96 and up had the 195's I believe.
 
Reply
Old May 23, 2011 | 05:54 AM
  #13  
427 fordman's Avatar
427 fordman
Hotshot
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 10,408
Likes: 75
From: Plankinton, SD
I ramble a little bit every now and then Glenn. Was online quite a bit yesterday. I think Glenn's right on the stat numbers. The reason he mentioned is why I run the 195.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Mcrafty1
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
8
Apr 24, 2016 09:00 PM
Mcrafty1
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
29
Apr 1, 2016 12:54 PM
A/Ox4
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
6
Oct 12, 2013 01:22 AM
BuckHammer
1994.5 - 1997 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
43
Oct 5, 2011 01:49 PM
claycomotrucks1991
Explorer, Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Aviator
15
Aug 8, 2011 03:34 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:33 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-1
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-2
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-3
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

Slideshow: 10 most surprising Ford truck options/features in 2026.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:17:22


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026

Slideshow: Here are the top 10 Fords coming to Mecum Indy 2026.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:49:49


VIEW MORE
story-9
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time

Slideshow: The 5 best and 5 worst Ford truck wheels of all time

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 16:49:01


VIEW MORE