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  1. Sterling B.

    Limited Cladding to XLT Deflectors

    So I got all the cladding removed on my wife's '01 Excursion and the new stone deflectors came in for behind the rear tires. Looks like they'll go in nice and easy, but was curious if it would be a good idea to put a thin weatherstripping along the top edge to prevent any rubbing of paint...
  2. Sterling B.

    11-16 DRW Shoes

    So my 2015 F350 DRW currently has 35x12.5R17s on the factory wheels with a ReadyLift lift and level that looks to be the 3" front and 2" rear kit. Lift seems way excessive for the tire size; my gut says I might be able to run the same tires on a factory suspension... spring code is CCDD I know...
  3. Sterling B.

    Ticking

    Soooo... 370K miles on 7 stock injectors and a reman in the #8 hole. Unknown miles on the reman, but recall it being a different code than the others. I've got a ticking at idle when cold and above idle. Sounded metallic like a cracked flexplate, but didn't sound like it was coming from that...
  4. Sterling B.

    11-16 DRW Spares

    I've done some searching but have been unsuccessful in finding an answer. I'd just pull a tire and wheel off and see if it fits but I've been away from the truck. Will a 35" spare tire fit under the bed? 2015 F350 DRW. My gut says it'll be darn close.
  5. Sterling B.

    Seat Covers (heated & cooled seats)

    So back in March I finally picked up a '15 KR F350 and it has heated and cooled seats. I've always liked the neoprene seat covers I have in my 2000, but I don't see these being great for the leather or being able to use the heated and cooled seats. What seat covers are yall using on the leather...
  6. Sterling B.

    2015+

    So I'm looking to get another truck and keep the ole 7.3. The 7.3 still runs great, but is needing some TLC that I don't really want to put into it at the moment when it could be a down payment. But I'm going to keep it and work on it as time allows. Wanting 2015/2016 F350 CCLB DRW 4x4 and have...
  7. Sterling B.

    7.3 High Mile Maintenance

    2000 F250 is about to turn 355K and I've got maintenance on the brain. Is there anything in particular I should be replacing for good measure? Best I can tell is fuel pump is original as well as the oil cooler. Injectors are original with the exception of 1 reman in the #8 cylinder. Transmission...
  8. Sterling B.

    Slow to build oil pressure

    Truck is randomly slow to build oil pressure on the dash gauge, typically first thing in the morning when the issue arises. No starting issues, Rotella 15W-40, oil level is good, 348K miles on what I can only assume to be an original LPOP and sensors. No drivability issues; floor it and it...
  9. Sterling B.

    Aftermarket Wheels

    I'm in the process of finding aftermarket wheels for my '00 so I can go back to 315s safely now that I'm towing heavy frequently. Really have my eye on these: Eagle Alloy 16x8 -11...
  10. Sterling B.

    4R100 issues/leak(s)

    I haven't had any issues with my trans until recently. Suddenly the entire underside of the truck is dripping trans fluid. It seems to be coming from the weep hole in the inspection/dust cover at the converter. Having recently serviced the transmission and draining the TC, I thought maybe the...
  11. Sterling B.

    wheel spacers... who's running them?

    Going to put 315/75R16 tires back on but need new wheels for Discount Tire to mount them and wear decent. I want to use an 8" wide wheel with just enough offset to keep them off the springs. Is this possible? I'd really like to use a bullet-hole style wheel like this...
  12. Sterling B.

    E4OD Intermittent Issue

    I'm working on a '96 F350 PSD with the E4OD for my brother. It will intermittently completely disengage going down the road; some days it will shift perfectly. I've cleaned the connections on the main harness and it hasn't helped. I've read somewhere that there is a relay that may be the...
  13. Sterling B.

    2000 4R100 Lines

    Ok, I need some help figuring out the way things are supposed to be vs. the way things are. I'm hoping Mark Kovalsky will see this and maybe shed some light on the issue. So, the truck is my 2000 F250 with late '99 build date. Currently, lines go directly from the trans to the tiny factory...
  14. Sterling B.

    2000 Super Duty Springs

    Ok, I'm going to be replacing the springs on my f250 and currently have U/A springs respectively. Due to the 5" exhaust, air bags aren't an option for me and I need a fairly high spring rate to handle a 32' tandem dual trailer. I'll be replacing the front with Rough Country 2.5" leveling springs...
  15. Sterling B.

    DP Tuner vs. TS... well, sort of

    I currently have the F5 DP-Tuner with stock, 40 & 60 tow and 80 econ tunes. Truck is pretty stock except for what's listed in my sig, but I plan to upgrade injectors and give it some overall TLC as I'm able. Ultimately, I would like some custom tunes from Matt at G.A.P., who I believe can write...
  16. Sterling B.

    Dinger issue

    Although this isn't engine-related, 7.3 tech seemed most appropriate. So the dinger inside the cab recently acquired a mind of its own. It's the same tone as the "door ajar" when the key is in the ignition; however, the door ajar light is not illuminated in the dash and is functional. (shines...
  17. Sterling B.

    Texas Antique Tractor Pullers Association

    Feel free to move this if it's not in the proper place. Does anyone know where I can get a copy or download the rules for the Texas Antique Tractor Pullers Association? The interwebs have failed me so far. I've found NATPA and TTTPA, but not TATPA.:doh: I'm working on a Farmall C that I'd like...
  18. Sterling B.

    Show us your trailer

    I didn't see a thread dedicated to trailers. If this isn't the proper location, feel free to move it as appropriate. I thought it would be nice to have a thread dedicated to the trailers we have and their specs along with likes/dislikes to be an aid for those in the market for a new or used...
  19. Sterling B.

    Intake plenum inserts

    I'm putting on all new CAC boots while I replace my glow plugs and am trying to avoid the plenum inserts if I can only because cash is tight. Otherwise I'd just go full billet. I'll be using the original clamps, NOT t-bolt clamps, so I'm thinking I can get away without them for awhile. Also...
  20. Sterling B.

    Glow plugs and???

    So this past winter was miserable even being a warm, Texas winter as far as cold starts without being plugged in overnight. Last week, I got new International glow plugs free of charge in trade from a buddy. Is there anything else I should do while I'm in there such as valve cover gaskets? I'll...

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