AZ is selling out their BERU brand GPs, thats why they are so cheap, so get all the GPs you can!

 

Well after all this talk I just went down to my local Autozone and picked up the last 14 ZD 9's they had in stock at 2.99.

That should do me for many years to come.
I may stop by another store and see if I can pick up two more so I have two complete sets though.

 

I had no luck last week at my local A'zone and an on
line order was cancelled by them.... I just got an email
to that effect! Lowell75

 

Same here. Order cancelled.

 

all thats left is whats in the stores I just got the last 8 zd1a's at the autozone near me for everybody in pheonix the one at 67th ave & peoria

 

All is not lost, these guys carry the correct ones: http://www.dieselfiltersonline.com

$9.99 a piece, they have a stupid picture that shows a spark plug instead of the actual glow plug, but I got the correct part.

 

Went on Autozone's store locator site today and pulled up a list of stores. Started calling closest first, one had two ZD9's, second had none, third had 17. Needless to say I took a 12 mile trip. Check around, they can still be found for $2.99. Good luck!

 

[QUOTE=David85]All is not lost

Yeah but it's nice to get them at 2.99 apeice

 

Found some goodieS!!!.

 

tried to order again and it came back cancelled again!! damn it

Ray

 

I have been reading about nightmares dealing with glo plugs and controllers. I have an 87 6.9 that I am changing th clo plugs on. So far there are only two left that I cant get out. The others were reasonably easy to get out. Unfortunatly I ordered some champion plugs before I started reading around. The plugs that I am removing are AC. Needless to say the tips are swollen. So, a couple of questions...Should I just trash the champion plugs and find oem ones? And this one---When the glo plug controller cycles, the wait to start light stays on for about 15 seconds and then the solenoid on the controller starts clicking. I have counted up to 32 clicks when cold. Is this a normal operation? I would like to bypass the controller with a button and dashlight. Is this possible? I need some help. Thanks

 

sounds like you did like I did when I first bought my ol' pickup. I bought a set of Motorcraft ZD1A from Autozone for $2.99 each. I think your 87 takes the ZD9 (pin instead of spade connector). Depending on what you paid for your champions I would see about returning them. $25 for a set of Motorcraft/beru is hard to beat. They only had eight in stock.. but there was a store 10 miles away with 16 more in stock and 8 at another store 16 miles away..etc. give them the part# you need rather than looking up by application.

I know there are some posts detailing how to install a manual glow plug button.. try a search in this part of the forum. When I bought mine it already had a manual button installed, so I wouldn't be able to guide you very well with that. To start I hit the button and count to 10-12 (probably about 8 secs) and she fires right up.. but the coldest night I have started was 20F.

 

Thanks misnomer---Unfortunatly I bought from ebay for 28.00 plus 4.00 shipping. If I knew that they wouldnt swell I would use them, but I dont want to deal with broken tips. Been lucky so far. I'll check into finding some others but I may be tempted to use them anyway just to see if they will work. Any comments on the Champions???

 

i am new to this forum so please bear with me...

i just acquired a 1985 F250, 6.9 diesel truck..

was fine in summer but now that it is colder have a lot of trouble starting it...i dont like using the ether but have to so it will start...

someone told me the glow plugs were gone, so i went to this forum and read up on it....
Questions i have:

1. if i use the Motorcraft 11.5v glow plugs i understand i may have to install a manual setup. is there a kit or something that will make this simple?
2. i noticed that there is concern about holding switch down too long and burn out the plug....how do i set up an auto timer to shut off plugs?
Or better yet where might i acquire one? Is there such a thing already available?
3. i have not been able to determine if the OEM system is intact as it has been modified from what i have looked at...when i engage the ignition no light comes on for the glow plug or engine light...
4. i am seeking a manual for this truck so i may read the electrical schematics and see what i need to do
5. i saw in one post that there was mentioned a solenoid with a purple wire off it..glow plug?? there is one in there and also a second solenoid with a red wire....starter??
6. the truck runs strong once started
7. Autozone does not carry the motorcraft zd1a plugs any longer
8. i do want to use the 11.5 plugs so is there any need for modifications to accomodate them?

any and all assistance will be greatly appreciated....

AJ

 

welcome to FTE.
the proper glow plugs for your 85 are the ZD-1's
you can get them for $9.99 each here: 6.9 Liter Diesel Motorcraft Glow Plugs - Ford 6.9 Liter Diesel Motorcraft Glow Plug - Diesel Filters,Additives,brake rotors, and brake pads for Chevy, Dodge and Ford Diesel Trucks