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Old May 5, 2014 | 08:52 PM
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HELP 7.3 engine quit running

While traveling on the interstate (running at about 70) the engine began to sputter and lose power. I tried to accelerate but it keep loosing power. It finally coasted to a stop on an exit ramp. I checked the fuel filter but it looked ok. The engine would not restart. I had it towed to my home and it did restart the next day but runs rough (sounds terrible).
 
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Old May 6, 2014 | 10:28 AM
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Does your scanner say you've got any codes?
 
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Old May 6, 2014 | 12:16 PM
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Could be bad fuel, when was the last fill up? Was the truck below 1/4 tank?

Is the check engine light on? It could be bad fuel, bad CPS or a loose under valve cover harness.
 
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Old May 7, 2014 | 08:41 PM
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No scanner so not sure if there are any codes.
Fresh fuel at my usual fuel stop, had about a half tank at the time.
No check engine lights on.
I put in the shop today so should know something soon.
Thanks.
Ron
 
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Old May 8, 2014 | 09:04 AM
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What engine do you have?
 
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Old May 8, 2014 | 09:13 AM
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As the title states, he has a 7.3. Hopefully the OP will post back the results.
 
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It was the fuel pump!
 
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