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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 03:20 PM
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I have a 2002 Excursion 7.3L PSD, every now and when it starts up it the engine revs up and down until I press on the accelerator. Any idea why this is happening?
 
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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 06:20 PM
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When was the last time you changed your oil? What kind of oil are you using? How cold is it outside when this happens?

Sounds like you're experiencing the romps.

Do a quick search using the term "romps" in the 7.3L Diesel forum and you'll understand what the romps are, and if that's what you're experiencing.

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Old Aug 19, 2009 | 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Stewart_H
When was the last time you changed your oil? What kind of oil are you using? How cold is it outside when this happens?

Sounds like you're experiencing the romps.

Do a quick search using the term "romps" in the 7.3L Diesel forum and you'll understand what the romps are, and if that's what you're experiencing.

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I just changed the oil, I'm using Mobil 1 15w-40 Delvac (this was my first oil change since buying the truck). As for out door temp, I've only owned it this summer so it isn't cold out (Ohio location). It does sound like the romps a bit. I need to do more looking around for the Romps.
 
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