question for 7.3L owners!
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question for 7.3L owners!
hi guys i just had a quick question for ya, i have a 99 7.3L (couldnt find right forum im sure you have the answer tho) that i just purchased, it has 150k miles (immaculate condition) just because of the miles i am questioning the start up time.. I havent driven any 7.3L before , im wondering how long should the "ignition" last. by ignition i mean the time in between when i turn the key and when it fires up, it usually take about 2-3 seconds, im not sure if that is normal for diesels or not.. if not, what could it be ?
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nope no white smoke, nothing abnormal , runs like a champ... was just wondering about the start time.. mylittle brother has a 2006 6.0L and he told me that the start time is perfectly normal, It really is a great truck ! Just was a little weary about the start time... Maybe its because of short driving trips? i start it and drive about 2 miles and turn it off. could that cause a problem? Or am i just a new truck owner who is tripping out
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There was something i remember about HPOP drain off, but it's kind of normal. it wont do it when it's new, but it's ok as i understand. mine takes similar time, and will actually take longer when warm. something about warmer oil draining easier.
I'd say your fine!.
There is a 99-03 forum, but the 7.3 isnt much different between the two of us.
I'd say your fine!.
There is a 99-03 forum, but the 7.3 isnt much different between the two of us.
Last edited by secondarychaos; 05-01-2008 at 11:45 PM. Reason: forgot something
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There was something i remember about HPOP drain off, but it's kind of normal. it wont do it when it's new, but it's ok as i understand. mine takes similar time, and will actually take longer when warm. something about warmer oil draining easier.
I'd say your fine!.
There is a 99-03 forum, but the 7.3 isnt much different between the two of us.
I'd say your fine!.
There is a 99-03 forum, but the 7.3 isnt much different between the two of us.
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Haha actually i draft behind semi's when on the freeway, im actually getting about 20mpg that way so it works for me. I actually have automatic steps that drop about 8 inches when i open a door. Funny story tho, today i was washing the truck and i couldnt find my step ladder, i needed to get in the bed so i dropped the tail gate and then dropped the step (same step from the 08's) i stepped up and i fell off right onto my back... that was one of those "o god why did i go so big" moments... it deffinately has its pros and cons.. probably more cons.. but one of the pros is.. celeb. status... thats a big plus =-P
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So let's clarify what i said earlier. if it's cranking over fast, and takes two or three seconds, you're fine. slowing down? might have his problem, or battery issues.