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Old Nov 14, 2006 | 05:52 PM
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Bought a 2000 F350 SD 7.3PSD auto dually 92000 miles, talked to original owner he had tranny flush at 50000 and regular oil/filter changes so I had the tranny/flush oil changed when I bought it. Plan on doing some traveling with a 5th wheel . I plan on radiator flush and hoses change, also plan on changing u joints , Having the ball joints done soon , they need it.Is there anything else that I'm over looking . Owner said he pulled trailer for about 7000 miles of the total mileage.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2006 | 06:00 PM
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Flush the brake fluid once every couple of years. Change diefferential fluid.
Keep a spare CPS in your glovebox.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2006 | 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Bowstring
Is there anything else that I'm over looking
Dont read too much it is one of the main causes of PMS (Powerstroke Modification Syndrome)

Here are links to common mods and maintenance
http://www.7point3.com/mods.aspx
 
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Old Nov 14, 2006 | 09:09 PM
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Pull the rear driveshaft and look to see if there is lube on the splines, add some for good measure. Change rear (front if necessary) differential fluid, flush hydroboost system, and like mentioned, brake system. You wouldn't believe the green crap that came out of my lines.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2006 | 05:35 AM
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Thanks for the other ideas, already have a CPS in the glovebox.
 
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