Is there any problem with removing the factory turbocharger on a 1994 IDI and just operating the vehicle with out the turbo?

 

Other than catching flack from the pro-turbo crowd, no.
You might have to turn the fuel back some.

 

No idea why you would want to do that, but it should be fine. A pyro would be very prudent, if you don't have one already.

 

Is losing 10 horsepower in exchange for easier access to the glow plugs and fuel injectors worth it?

 

That's entirely up to you. I have had both turbo and NA versions of our trucks; I can take either one myself. Yeah, a few extra ponies is nice, but there is something to be said for a cleaner engine bay with less expensive parts to break.

 

Next question--is there a step by step procedure for removing the turbocharger posted on this site?

 

There isn't much to it, unbolt and remove. You'll have to rework the exhaust, probably relocate the CDR and come up with an air intake. And as mentioned earlier possibly turn the fuel back a little.
The exhaust will actually be the biggest hurdle as it's specific to the turbo; you'll need a Y pipe to replace the crossover and down pipe.

 

Hey, if you do remove it, let me know. I might be interested in buying it. I'm always in the market for another turbo kit for one of these trucks...

That being said... /why/ remove it? Seriously. It's a significant power improvement, and helps fuel economy at highway speeds. With some tuning, you can get quite a bit more power safely out of these engines, but the key piece is the turbo.

 

I'm wondering the same thing...