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Old Sep 18, 2004 | 11:06 PM
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Bearing roll ?

I was wondering if anyone replaces the rod and main bearing in high milage psd 7.3? I have about 133k and tow a 12k fifth wheel. I was thinking ok doing a chip or something to increase hp and wanted some input. thanks.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2004 | 11:09 PM
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Old Sep 18, 2004 | 11:26 PM
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Howdy and welcome to FTE. If you'll take the time to read the forum guidelines and the READ FIRST notes, you'll be well on your way to finding all the info you need. Scroll down the main forums page and check out all of our forums and you'll find many that pertain to the info you seek and your truck in particular.
 
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Old Sep 19, 2004 | 07:04 PM
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I think the term "high mileage" might not apply to 133k.

I know of several of these trucks well over 300k.

If you want more power you will want to get ready for it first.

Intake

Gauges (you will hear this hundreds of times)

Exhaust

Now you're ready for power adders.
 
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Old Sep 19, 2004 | 09:45 PM
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when you say intake what are you refering to ? I have a k&n air filter
thanks for the info
 
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Old Sep 20, 2004 | 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by glennlaine
when you say intake what are you refering to ? I have a k&n air filter
thanks for the info
A filter like this:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...d.php?t=277571
 
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