Naaaa. My 89 f 350 4x4 has 480,000 miles on the origional drive train. My 94 150 4x4 has 250,000 and all that's new is the transmission. Our 02 with the 7.3 has only ever needed 1 electric fuel pump, and a set of tires. I could brag about some more of my "toys" but you get the picture

 

What Charlie said is true Barry, I was there myself in August.......not that you have any reason to doubt .......

 

welcome to the group Barry
I"m Chris from Columbia

 

Howdy Chris, good to see you man........

 

Yea finally had time to stop by

 

Had it thru MD Inspection yesterday. Front pads are down and she does pulse a little. I think he adjusted a bit as it no longer pulls hard left - So I'd like to start with front brakes -> what parts and best place to buy pads/rotors and should i do calipers & fluid or just have them at the ready (return them if i don't need them?) - - then I'd like to tackle dropping the oil pan and also sucking the oil out of the top of the block, Charlie (if you'll assist me with that too) Don't want to overstay my welcome Charlie So any/all experienced DIY'ers out there that would like to offer hands on training would be welcome! Also let me know what tools I should have for the job - also should I rent tools or 'invest' in them - I don't have much in automotive tools and my place is not yet conducive to working on the truck (yet). So yup, I'm as newbie as it gets but this ole dog is up for learning new tricks

 

For front brakes I would recommend a good set of pads. When you change them make sure to lube up the caliper slides so the caliper wont stick. As for rotors that depends on what they look like and how much is left to them. As for tools I would recommend a good c-clamp ( several sizes including a large one in the 8-10 in range) and a good set of sockets,extensions, ratchets. Just the basics and go from there. It doesnt hurt to at least have a small tool kit at home for any small repairs you need to make. Also a good torque wrench is a must to own. If you have any questions feel free to pm me with them or just ask here on the boards.

 

Did it pass inspection Barry, why do you want to drop the oil pan, is it leaking, or is that what you call an oil change.........

 

BArry what is wrong with the oil pan. Typically you might have to raise a motor up some to pull an oil pan depending on teh vehicle. Sometimes to apull an oil pan you have to pull the motor out.

 

Oil Pan b/c Charlie said Did I not understand what he wrote - - No LOL!!! remember I have NO prior under the hood experience :-(

 

Ok BArry. I must have missed that. I usually just pull the drain plug. As for the 7.3 holding mor eoil then you are use to that is true. Holds in the ballpark of 15-20 quarts if I remember correctly. Not the largest oil pan I have dealt with but certainly up there.

 

Yes it passed MD Inspection - Shaun, I need more and specific info - torque wrench -> does brand matter? length? (my wife says length doesn't mater but I know she's just placating me) what else should I be looking for in brake parts? OEM at the dealer? or after market Bendex? or????

 

Shaun - Define this for me please: good set of sockets,extensions, ratchets

 

Barry here is a link to some from craftsmen. As for sizes I would say you should have one in 1/2 inch drive and 3/8 inch drive. You can go with oem brake pads or any good quality aftermarket brake pad like akebono or EBC for example. As for length of a torque wrench they are at preset lenghts the only differences really coe into play with the drive size. Torque wrenches are used when tightening fastners in certain locations. You might see a torque spec for say your lug nuts at 150 ft-lbs. That is where a torque wrench comes in handy as well as working on the motor.

Shop for Torque Wrenches in the Hand Tools department of Craftsman.com

 

Barry you can go to sears and get a good set of basic sockets,ratchets with a few extensions will allow you to do alot of repairs at home with no issues. Best part about craftsmen is they are relatively affordable and have a lifetime warranty so if you break they replace it no questions asked. The link in my previous post will allow you to see what all sears offers for tools. You will also need a good set of wrenches as for the sockets and qwrenches you will need them in both standard and metric sizes.