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Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 07-19-2023, 05:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,800
Posted By maxswasser
Thanks for all the input. It’s a painful bill -...

Thanks for all the input. It’s a painful bill - especially at 90,000 miles, but I think this will keep me on the road for a long time.

For some reason the $700 labor on my slightly leaking up...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 07-18-2023, 02:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,800
Posted By maxswasser
I do have the Hydra Tuner and a pyrometer. I work...

I do have the Hydra Tuner and a pyrometer. I work hard to keep EGTs under 1250.

So I'm burning more oil than diesel, and feeling pretty confident that injectors need to come out. Any good reason...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 07-17-2023, 05:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,800
Posted By maxswasser
Broke Down 7.3 (also in Bozeman)

I saw that other thread about breaking down in Bozeman and laughed a little, because i'm in the same place and it's really messing up my summer. Here's a nice shot of my newly UJOINTed van, and my...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 08-21-2022, 03:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 848
Posted By maxswasser
Excellent. Thanks REF. Are those worrying...

Excellent. Thanks REF. Are those worrying numbers? And generally, do you think it's better to take a pullout and let transmission and oil cool-off halfway, or should I just finish driving the pass?
Forum: General Sportsmobile 08-21-2022, 02:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 848
Posted By maxswasser
Aluminess and 7.3 Heat

Hi all. I'm taking my van to UJOINT Colorado in a few months for a 6" on 35" build with 4.10s.

I installed a hydra tuner, EGT probe, and Edge Gauge recently and have been enjoying the power and...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-21-2022, 10:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,808
Posted By maxswasser
While we're all here, what voltage is too low for...

While we're all here, what voltage is too low for healthy operation of an alternator? I installed a new dc-dc charger and am reading about 13.3-13.7 volts. Will this kill my alternator? Do I need to...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 06-09-2022, 10:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 570
Posted By maxswasser
Anyone making the drive from Central CA to...

Anyone making the drive from Central CA to Colorado this summer? Would pay well for transport.

Max
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-24-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,633
Posted By maxswasser
1der, you win the prize! With key in...

1der, you win the prize!

With key in ignition in the 'on' position, I'm only getting 7.3 volts between pin #5 and pin #16. With key off, I get 12.7 volts at both grounds. Any idea how to fix it?...
Forum: Campfire 05-17-2022, 08:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 865
Posted By maxswasser
This forum was not where I was expecting to get...

This forum was not where I was expecting to get my energy news. Broncohauler, are you affiliated? I'm very surprised to see a SPAC go through after the last couple of years.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-17-2022, 08:16 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,633
Posted By maxswasser
That missing wire was located at the left hand...

That missing wire was located at the left hand rocker panel which I cleaned.


Hi all, thanks for checking on this. So I actually get ground on both pin 4 & 5. Wait to start light comes on both...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-15-2022, 08:17 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,633
Posted By maxswasser
REF 1. The van starts fine with the scanguage....

REF
1. The van starts fine with the scanguage. It cranks, but does not fire with the scan gauge removed. It sounds like, and looks like it's not getting fuel.

2. Edge gets plugged into OBD port...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-14-2022, 09:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,633
Posted By maxswasser
So I got the edge monitor up and running. It’s...

So I got the edge monitor up and running. It’s reading 7.5 volts. The Scangauge is reading normal volts.

What about the Scangauge plug in the OBDII connector would be keeping the volts up?

I’m...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-14-2022, 04:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,633
Posted By maxswasser
I cleaned this terminal. It looks like a small...

I cleaned this terminal. It looks like a small connection has broken off. Could this be it? I can’t find a wire that would go there anywhere.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-14-2022, 12:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,633
Posted By maxswasser
No, I figured I should deal with this issue...

No, I figured I should deal with this issue first. Should I try?

Also, I’m in New Haven, CT
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-14-2022, 09:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,633
Posted By maxswasser
This is correct. I just plugged it back in and it...

This is correct. I just plugged it back in and it starts fine. There are three codes stored, but it will only read the first one to me which is a low voltage code PO562.

Do you think it's safe to...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-14-2022, 08:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,633
Posted By maxswasser
Help! Scangauge Causing Crank No Start

Pretty much as it sounds. I have a scangauge II on an 01 7.3. When I pull the scanguage out of the OBDII connector, lights on the dash flash when I crank it over. It sounds like it starts to catch,...
Forum: Hobbyist Vendor Products 05-10-2022, 09:40 AM
Replies: 450
Views: 118,129
Posted By maxswasser
Are these compatible with my highroof van?...

Are these compatible with my highroof van? Tufport topper.

Thanks,
Max
Forum: Campfire 05-05-2022, 11:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,346
Posted By maxswasser
Anyone in the Boulder, CO want to split a...

Anyone in the Boulder, CO want to split a two-pack? $275 each! Quite a deal. Venmo or PayPal would work for me. This is going to be a bad fire season, and I'm tired of cooking in my van. This seems...
Forum: Hobbyist Vendor Products 05-03-2022, 09:52 AM
Replies: 723
Views: 198,579
Posted By maxswasser
How do the Morimoto 2Stroke 2.0 9007 LED (plug...

How do the Morimoto 2Stroke 2.0 9007 LED (plug and play) work? I would get the housings from you too. Is the beam acceptable or does it scatter and blind oncoming traffic? Definitely looking for an...
Forum: Van Body 04-29-2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,503
Posted By maxswasser
Since everyone here is thinking about bumpers and...

Since everyone here is thinking about bumpers and bikes.

What are everyone's thoughts on welding a hitch receiver right above the latch on the right UJOINT swing arm for a 1up rack. I was going...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 04-29-2022, 10:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,257
Posted By maxswasser
Do you have a photo of this? I would definitely...

Do you have a photo of this? I would definitely be interesting in seeing this. My propane is at the rear of my van, and water at the front. Better to run water or propane down the van do you think?
Forum: 4x4 04-19-2022, 04:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,582
Posted By maxswasser
This is very interesting option. How much are...

This is very interesting option. How much are these? Should I get this done when they have my transmission out?
Forum: 4x4 04-19-2022, 01:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,582
Posted By maxswasser
Thanks all for the input and advice. I think I'm...

Thanks all for the input and advice. I think I'm just going to send it with the Sterling and front brake upgrades.

I have the 3.55 right now, and with 30's I am doing about 1800 rpm at 70 so I...
Forum: 4x4 04-11-2022, 08:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,582
Posted By maxswasser
4x4 Shopping Help at UJOINT

'01 7.3 High Roof w/ 80,000 miles
Full lightweight build inside

I'm looking to convert my rig at the Colorado UJOINT shop primarily for snow driving and mild overlanding - 6 inch on 35s
...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 02-08-2021, 05:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,243
Posted By maxswasser
Body Flares for E350

Living in Tahoe, I've been seeing all of the sprinters and transits driving around with the body flares. They give you ~6 extra inches on either side to move your bed sideways. Has anyone built these...
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