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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 02:54 PM
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Glow plug relay?

I am going to try the relay first before I replace the glow plugs. I am shopping at Discount Auto (parts America).

- Are there any differences in these relays besides the price?


- Standard Motor Products Relay $98.99

- BWD Automotive Relay $99.99

- Niehoff Ignition Relay $59.99
 
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 03:32 PM
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I know nothing of the GPR's you listed, but I know you can get a GPR-109 at NAPA for around $30. It fits our trucks...Here's a picture of it.

You ought to test your GPR BEFORE replacing. Just jump the two big posts for about 30 seconds or so (use a screwdriver or jumper cable) and if it then starts easier, the problem is the GPR.
 
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 03:47 PM
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If ya want it to last do this.


http://guzzle.rbmicro.com/s_gpr.html
 
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 05:00 PM
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I would go with the stancor relay.As nlemerise mentioned above.It is a much meatier relay.I got mine like 2-3 days after I ordered it.Later on they sent a catalogue with all sorts of switches and other electrical stuff.handy to have in the shop.Anyway go with the stancor.Guzzles mod.You wont be sorry.
 
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 05:58 PM
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Got mine from NAPA Same as the stock one, no problems yet. Been on for 2 years, under 30.00 bucks.. Didn't know about the GPR-109 at the time!!!
 
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 06:02 PM
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My vote goes to the Stancor also. You might also want to run an LED from the glow plug side to your dash somewhere so you can monitor the activity.
 
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 10:35 AM
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Thanks

I went with the Stancor relay from mouser (it is in the mail).

Thanks for all the advice.
 
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 05:56 PM
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Know you already bought one but I got one of these 2 years ago with no issues. At the time was quite a bit cheaper and much heavier than name brands found locally. Posted in case anyone else might be interested. FORD DIESEL GLOW PLUG Relay SOLENOID 6.9-7.3 turbo &non item #280190299768 on e-bay for 39.93 + shipping
 
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 06:56 PM
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I bought the Stancor from Mouser, it was $49.95 plus shipping, was a little hard getting it in place, but as mentioned in previous post it is meatier! my NAPA lasted less than two years, it ain't worth buying the cheaper one again.
 
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