IPR Issue
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IPR Issue
Hello this is my first post and hoping to get a little help.
I have a 99 F250 7.3L
I have an issue with my IPR. The tin nut on the end is on there crooked. When I try to loosen or tighten it just spins. I am having the usual IPR symptoms, and I don't know if I need a new one of if it is because the nut is loose. Either way, I need to get the nut off.
My question is, will a normal 3/4'' bolt from the hardware store fit on the end of the IPR??? Maybe someone who has an extra sitting around can try and tell me. I was thinking of trying to hacksaw the tin nut off and replace with a 3/4'' nut from the hardware. If I can get that tight and the problem persists, then I will know I need a new IPR.
My second question is, could I use a metal cutting blade on a sawzall to cut this off (may be a really stupid question)
If not, what are some ways I can get it off without taking everything apart??
Thanks for any responses, and go easy since it's my first post
I have a 99 F250 7.3L
I have an issue with my IPR. The tin nut on the end is on there crooked. When I try to loosen or tighten it just spins. I am having the usual IPR symptoms, and I don't know if I need a new one of if it is because the nut is loose. Either way, I need to get the nut off.
My question is, will a normal 3/4'' bolt from the hardware store fit on the end of the IPR??? Maybe someone who has an extra sitting around can try and tell me. I was thinking of trying to hacksaw the tin nut off and replace with a 3/4'' nut from the hardware. If I can get that tight and the problem persists, then I will know I need a new IPR.
My second question is, could I use a metal cutting blade on a sawzall to cut this off (may be a really stupid question)
If not, what are some ways I can get it off without taking everything apart??
Thanks for any responses, and go easy since it's my first post
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From: Damon (South East Texas)
As long as there is no forward and aft movement of the spacer and solenoid, the looseness of the nut should not be affecting the IPR. I have had people lose the nut & spacer and simply ziptied the solenoid in place without a problem.
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Thanks for the tip!!!!!
Well I put 2 zipties on the solenoid and got it VERY tight. I couldn't move it. I took it for a test drive and it didn't help
I still have the surging and up and down RPM's when it is in idle.
I am going to order and install a new IPR. My question now is, how do I get that junk tin nut off the end???
I looked at the repair kits and it doesn't even look like a real nut with threads on it. Im guessing mine somehow got jacked when I was trying to undo it with the socket when this problem first came up.
Back to my original post, can I just cut it off with a hacksaw or possible sawzal;l????
Well I put 2 zipties on the solenoid and got it VERY tight. I couldn't move it. I took it for a test drive and it didn't help
I still have the surging and up and down RPM's when it is in idle.
I am going to order and install a new IPR. My question now is, how do I get that junk tin nut off the end???
I looked at the repair kits and it doesn't even look like a real nut with threads on it. Im guessing mine somehow got jacked when I was trying to undo it with the socket when this problem first came up.
Back to my original post, can I just cut it off with a hacksaw or possible sawzal;l????
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From: Damon (South East Texas)
Are you sure that the ICP sensor on the head is not the problem? I would unplug the sensor to let it default and see it the engine smooths out. Also, Check for oil in the connection. If present, the sensor needs to be replaced.
A good pair of diagonal cutting pliers (dykes) should be able to clip one side of the nut and allow you to twist it off.
A good pair of diagonal cutting pliers (dykes) should be able to clip one side of the nut and allow you to twist it off.
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