Notices
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel  
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: DP Tuner

Washing / Degreasing Engine Questions

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 31, 2016 | 09:40 AM
  #16  
Firefighter 1406's Avatar
Firefighter 1406
Lead Driver
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Liked
Loved
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 5,372
Likes: 108
From: Northern Indiana
Club FTE Silver Member

I would love to clean up my engine. Just really scared that I am gonna get some water in a connector or something that doesn't want water and it's gonna cause havoc. My be I just need to close my eyes and do it.
 
Reply
Old Oct 31, 2016 | 11:06 AM
  #17  
truckeemtnfords's Avatar
truckeemtnfords
Logistics Pro
Veteran: Marine Corps
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 3,674
Likes: 367
From: Fallon,NV & Bainbridge OH
Club FTE Gold Member
Seth, being in LE I have been to many structure fires and I have never met a fire fighter who was afraid to spray a hose on anything. I have seen more water damage than fire damage at some. Just don't concentrate on areas like the alternator and other electrical and you will be fine.
 
Reply
Old Oct 31, 2016 | 11:16 AM
  #18  
SGnAZ's Avatar
SGnAZ
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 1,825
Likes: 2
From: Az
Originally Posted by ZachinCO
I know this is probably ok, but I'm good to power wash my unassembled turbo & pedestal? All sensors removed.
yep you're good to go
 
Reply
Old Oct 31, 2016 | 11:58 AM
  #19  
Firefighter 1406's Avatar
Firefighter 1406
Lead Driver
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Liked
Loved
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 5,372
Likes: 108
From: Northern Indiana
Club FTE Silver Member

Originally Posted by truckeemtnfords
Seth, being in LE I have been to many structure fires and I have never met a fire fighter who was afraid to spray a hose on anything. I have seen more water damage than fire damage at some. Just don't concentrate on areas like the alternator and other electrical and you will be fine.

Good one. See there is a major difference. I am no water conservationist when it comes to a fire hose, but also don't normally have any emotional attachment to the stuff I am putting out. Try to be careful but also don't want to come out for a rekindle. Where as with the truck I know water plus electrical connections equals trouble Plus she is my baby.

There is a method to our madness man
 
Reply
Old Oct 31, 2016 | 09:08 PM
  #20  
crop harvester's Avatar
crop harvester
Fleet Mechanic
10 Year Member
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 1,667
Likes: 5
Club FTE Gold Member
You could spray cleaning solvent instead of water for another option.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
sudsmcduff
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
12
Sep 27, 2015 09:23 PM
Iaff113
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
14
Feb 7, 2015 07:33 PM
uncle_jessie
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
14
Jan 9, 2013 08:31 PM
dieseloholic
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
11
Jul 16, 2007 07:29 PM
Red_EB_Bronco
Offroad & 4x4
20
Jun 24, 2003 11:23 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:14 AM.

story-0
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

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


VIEW MORE
story-6
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-7
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-8
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-9
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