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Old Apr 1, 2021 | 08:18 PM
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Long/hard start after upgrades

I just got my 2001 7.3 back together after sitting for several months. I fixed several leaks on the top end. Replaced all fuel, hpop lines. Did a EBPV delete with a new turbo pedestal and an IAH delete. I installed new banjo bolts, a fuel cross over and oil cross over all from Riff Raff. I got it running today and after about 30 minutes it got to running pretty smooth, atleast for 7.3 standards. Now though, it takes about as long to start. About 6-8 seconds to fire off, but once it hits, it runs like a top. The glow plugs and head gaskets/harnesses are new as well. It’s almost like fuel is draining back or maybe oil? It can’t be good on the starter.
 
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It'll take about 50 miles of spirited driving to get all the air out of the fuel and oil lines/rails. She'll start better each time you drive it, I expect.
 
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10-4, I’ll put the spirits on her tomorrow.
 
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You did a helluva lot of work on that engine, including some key preventative maintenance (HPOP and fuel lines). That has to feel good, having her fire up and run well.

Would like to see pictures if you have them.
 
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You did a helluva lot of work on that engine, including some key preventative maintenance (HPOP and fuel lines). That has to feel good, having her fire up and run well.

Would like to see pictures if you have them.

It feels great. I made a separate post with all my pictures on it.
 
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