Glowplug Recomendations
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Glowplug Recomendations
I need to replace the glowplugs on my '86 6.9L. Given that the search feature on the forum is disabled I can't look back to see what has been said about glowplugs.
Can anyone suggest what are the various options for glowplugs, the differences, current prices and sources? I wired the truck for a manual switch to replace the glowplug controller if that makes a difference. Thanks,
Can anyone suggest what are the various options for glowplugs, the differences, current prices and sources? I wired the truck for a manual switch to replace the glowplug controller if that makes a difference. Thanks,
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From: Prince George, B.C.
If you bypassed the controller, find glowplugs for a 5.7 Chev diesel. You would be after the 12Volt slow glow ones. they have a black insulator and a 1/4 spade terminal. Otherwise get the factory Motocraft/Beru ones right from the dealership.
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I got 8 Motocraft's from Autozone (funny - NAPA told me Motocraft's could only be bought at a Ford dealer). After tax the cost was $86 US.
After reviewing all the GP info on this forum and having a real good scare with crappy Autolite's, I'm going to stick with Motocraft.
After reviewing all the GP info on this forum and having a real good scare with crappy Autolite's, I'm going to stick with Motocraft.
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From: Southwest WA
I got a set of Beru plugs and updated electronic glowplug controller conversion kit from International Harvester truck dealer 6-7 years ago for my 84 6.9L.
No more GP problems so far...
No more GP problems so far...
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I too recommend the Motorcraft. I tried the Bosch duratherm after they worked so well in my Mercedes, but I don't think they liked the extended time I hold them on with my manual switch (10 sec.). They only lasted 5 months.
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