6.9 diesel faq ?
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Well...it's totally different than owning or driving a gas truck. You get more low end torque, but the 6.9L is NOT a speed demon by any means. I just bought mine a couple of weeks ago, and am still getting familiar with it, but like it so far. Gotta do a few things to it to make it perfect. Any particular questions or fears?
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1986 F250 XLT Lariat 4x4, 6.9L IDI, C6, ext-cab, longbox, 33" Coopers
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1986 F250 XLT Lariat 4x4, 6.9L IDI, C6, ext-cab, longbox, 33" Coopers
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Before I did my swap I didn't know much about diesels, and after spending months rading everything i could, I have a pretty good handle on them. Lots of good info here.
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tech info..
i was a diesel mechanic in the navy...but that was 25 years ago!
im looking for tech info like a basic overview of the engine,fuel sysytem type etc.engine pics.transmissions used.
what kind of mileage you guys getting?
ty
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im looking for tech info like a basic overview of the engine,fuel sysytem type etc.engine pics.transmissions used.
what kind of mileage you guys getting?
ty
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The '85 gets 13-14 mpg, but its real heavy and built for towing...I'm still working on the '89 so i dont have any consistent mpgs for that one.
Here's some good info to know:
http://www.intellidog.com/dieselmann/idi.htm
Here's some good info to know:
http://www.intellidog.com/dieselmann/idi.htm
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As long as it gets over 5mpg (loaded or not) I'll be happy! I haven't done too many miles on it yet, but so far it has way more power than the 454 had.
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I get about 12, but that's gonna change. I have low gears and no turbo. Man, there is a lot of things I gotta do!
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Are you buying a diesel, or putting a 6.9 in the F-150. If you are planning an engine swap, you will have too much work to do. If you are buying, there are plenty of them out there.
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im lookin to buy a diesel f250
hey
im lookin to buy a f250 diesel for towing atrailer
im planning to retire in 3 years and will be looking at atravel trailer too
tranny preferece is c6 i presume ?
will an aod make it?
i dont want a zf in case the old lady has to use it
whats the deal on turbo's.....factory parts off of what year truck?
and aftermarket cost for one
ty
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im lookin to buy a f250 diesel for towing atrailer
im planning to retire in 3 years and will be looking at atravel trailer too
tranny preferece is c6 i presume ?
will an aod make it?
i dont want a zf in case the old lady has to use it
whats the deal on turbo's.....factory parts off of what year truck?
and aftermarket cost for one
ty
RR63
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no computer
i want to ditch the fi on my other truck too
i feel a 4bbl coming
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