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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 07:55 PM
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7.3 Engine to replace a 5.0 Possible?

I found a hell of a deal for a rebuilt 7.3 and tranny for$350 but I was wondering what problems may I be getting myself into or is it even worth it?
 
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 09:04 PM
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Well/ it depends if it is an idi or a powerstroke. And what year truck you are doing the swap in. And is it at least a F250?
 
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 09:35 PM
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its a 92 F150 FlareSide, Im just curious if it would be pretty easy to do or a hard task. its from a 94 F250 im not sure if its IDI or PowerStroke. I'll be able to find out tomorrow
 
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 10:10 PM
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well u need the springs to support the extra weight and a ecm.... and some other sruff its doable tho
 
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 11:54 PM
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Might as well do a solid axle swap. I need to find a donor tho.. Since I already have the lift what kind a springs would work?

What things are interchangeable and what things will I absolustly need
 
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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 07:58 AM
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1st you need to find out if it is a stroke or an idi. If it is an idi(most likely at that price) you need engine perches, radiator, radiator support, front springs that will take the extra 400lbs,fuel pick in the tank, the complete harness off the engine, exhaust, i am sure there is a bunch more things. You would be better off cutting down a longbed f250 and putting your flairside body on like this guy My '94 Flareside Powerstroke - Powerstroke Nation
 
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