Diesel tune up??
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 64
Likes: 0
From: Friday Harbor
Diesel tune up??
I just purchased an 86 f250 non turbo with a 6.9 for $800. I am a newbie to diesel engines. is there a tune up procedure for the diesel engines?
when and why would you replace the injectors or the IP?
I am replacing the GP's as soon as the arrive as I have to keep her plugged in to start the next day.
I havent ran a vin check for actual mileage but the previous owners said the mileage on the odometer is actual which is showing 12201 which im sure is 112201 or 212201. the previous owners said the owner of truck since new rebuilt engine approx 5000 miles ago. The truck has spent all of its life on the island I live on hence low miles. any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
when and why would you replace the injectors or the IP?
I am replacing the GP's as soon as the arrive as I have to keep her plugged in to start the next day.
I havent ran a vin check for actual mileage but the previous owners said the mileage on the odometer is actual which is showing 12201 which im sure is 112201 or 212201. the previous owners said the owner of truck since new rebuilt engine approx 5000 miles ago. The truck has spent all of its life on the island I live on hence low miles. any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
Methanoholic
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 6,442
Likes: 8
From: Maine (NorCal Native)
Welcome to the IDI world!
Use Motorcraft/Beru ZD1A Glow Plugs only!
Oil and Filters ...
Coolant Balance (Additives). (use 5 tab test strips)
Having the Timing set.
Typically IP and Injectors last about 100k, not to say they haven't lasted longer.
Some useful reading: Glow plugs, 83 thru 86, old style - FTE
-Enjoy
fh : )_~
Use Motorcraft/Beru ZD1A Glow Plugs only!
Oil and Filters ...
Coolant Balance (Additives). (use 5 tab test strips)
Having the Timing set.
Typically IP and Injectors last about 100k, not to say they haven't lasted longer.
Some useful reading: Glow plugs, 83 thru 86, old style - FTE
-Enjoy
fh : )_~
Elder User
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 854
Likes: 0
From: woodville, tx
kinda hitting on what festus said... i have an 87 with 195k the gp, ip, and injectors are all factory original. there are some exceptions, although, i bet it would probably run better if it were updated
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
SkiSmuggs
Computer Chips & Tuners
2
Mar 10, 2016 12:07 PM
Fixnstuff
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
11
Aug 31, 2015 11:41 PM
sandfantom
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
16
Jun 28, 2010 12:01 AM
