which fluids to you use 7.3 diesel

[Surfvan]

Originally Posted by bemerritt

owners manual? I have a 98 7.3 and can try and take a look

Thanks for the offer! Based on what I'm seeing there are some differences with the the pre-99 models. I'm probably better off trying to find my specific year. I really appreciate the help though!!

[Surfvan]

Originally Posted by E350

Ok Surfvan: I thought so. I have every oem shop manual you will ever need for your van. I also have the NGS to diagnose your van. But you cannot borrow them.

I am looking forward to getting my van back together. And would love some free help if I have some free time and if you are willing to drive your van to South County (Courtland).

Don't insulate any of the parts you labeled in your thread. Only insulate the inside of the dog house.

Thanks for all of your suggestion an insight. I'm not sure I can make that happen for you. How much "free help" are you looking for and what are you needing help with?

[E350]

No problem buddy. Drop your tank and take a look inside. If it is ok you can do the Hutch Mod while you have it out. If it is not ok you can avert a catastrophic failure.

Me? I have allot to do on my van. Sometimes it is easier to do things with help. Like when you bench press the fuel tank back into place and then with one free hand try to start the nut on that strap bolt to hold it into place.

I can't find your insulation thread, but look for soot at the connection to the up-pipes from the manifold to the turbo. If so, it is time for new donuts or for flexible up-pipes.

But unless your fuel tank has already been replaced with a known good aftermarket tank, seriously drop your fuel tank and take a look inside before you go any further with your projects. Best of luck!

[Surfvan]

Originally Posted by E350

No problem buddy. Drop your tank and take a look inside. If it is ok you can do the Hutch Mod while you have it out. If it is not ok you can avert a catastrophic failure.

Me? I have allot to do on my van. Sometimes it is easier to do things with help. Like when you bench press the fuel tank back into place and then with one free hand try to start the nut on that strap bolt to hold it into place.

I can't find your insulation thread, but look for soot at the connection to the up-pipes from the manifold to the turbo. If so, it is time for new donuts or for flexible up-pipes.

But unless your fuel tank has already been replaced with a known good aftermarket tank, seriously drop your fuel tank and take a look inside before you go any further with your projects. Best of luck!

Thanks again! If I get some time I'll let you know and see if I can get down there. Obviously, I've got a couple projects on this one that are holding me up.