I would definitely like to have this done to my 1999 F-250 Super Duty. I live in Texas, but I would drive it to New Jersey to have this done. Of course, at the right price point. Great Video.
This is the best video I've seen on a 7.3 so far, I'm so glad you guys are just regular people not mechanics that know-it-all, call I have worked on my 7.3 is for years, please keep up the great work and the great
As long as you have 8 glow plugs working and a good glow plug relay that truck should never need to be plugged in except in sub freezing temps. One of the biggest problems is the relay goes out often. I run a led light inside my cab that runs to the glow plug side terminal on the relay and to the battery. This way I always know when there is power going to the glow plugs. When the relay starts going bad the led will starts to flicker but after a few fast key cycles it usually will stay on. Sometimes tapping on the relay with a wrench or something hard will usually make it work again. Sometimes I've even gotten another year out of it. Unless the temperature is around zero this Michigan truck will always start on the first cycle.
Yes, I believe good glow plugs and you don’t have to plug it in. Many years ago, I drove a tow truck, 1989 F-SuperDuty. Cycle the glow plugs a few times and it started. Evan at zero degrees F. without a block heater plugged in.
Wrong, mine had new glow plugs, relays, under valve cover harness and still had a hard time starting, injectors were wore out and once changed, it fires up any time without being plugged in.
Holy hell men, this is one hell of a video. Congrats on putting such an informative video together. I don't own a 7.3 and I still watched every minute of the video. Took me 6 days but I watched it all. Congrats again. See you on the next one.
This i the best 7.3 maintenance video on the Tube. I have a 2000 I bought new and it has 106K miles on it. I've done a few mods on it and it runs great and get about 19MPG on the highway. Love the truck. After watching your video, I think I'm ready to give my truck some love. The #8 cackle injector you mentioned, right after I bought my truck, it had a terrible cackle. The dealership said that is common and not a problem. After doing some forum research, I discovered the cackle is from air that is sucked in the the quick connect fuel lines and gets trapped at the #8 fuel rail. I got rid of the quick connects, installed a regulated return and swapped out the #8 injector with the same model as the rest of the injectors. Eliminated the cackle, smoother idle, a bit more power and improved mileage.
These fuel lines seal issues and upgrades I would never have thought about it. This seems like a 5 gallon HD vacuum can be sacrificed to vacuum out the antifreeze & fuel spill fluids. this was very educational .
Mostly this video with a little extra info from a different video has made me 100% confident and excited about this project. I don’t want to start a project without knowing 100% exactly what’s needed to tackle it, i bought one that’s clearly been leaking for awhile but everything else checked out, has 160k miles with a new transmission. I was sitting here complaining about my shop not being big enough yet yall are doing it in MUCH less space 😂
I bought my 2002 f250 7.3 4x4 with 54,000 miles, not running for 5000$ in 2018. So far I have replaced all fluids, brakes, hoses and lines, power steering pump and hoses, all suspension components except the leaf springs, banks rear end cover, 5 inch turbo back exhaust, S and B intake, t6 chip and an adrenaline hpop. Looking at adding a Fass fuel system and coolant filter next. Liked and subscribed cause this video
After about 9 years, I am back in a 7.3 that I am picking up and driving 2,500 miles home. I'm totally enjoying videos like this and adding a playlist so I can get back to them pretty regularly. Looking forward to digesting this, but boy I sure wish they were chapters in a useful video that's this long.
I am a 24 year original owner of a 2000 7.3 CC DRW 4WD... I have 488,000. I will never buy a new diesel pickup. I am sourcinģ a Southern body. I am just starting to aquire the body. I have done injectors, cups, ĢPs at 387. Current I am having a cold start issue. If it is plugged in or stays above 40 it starts fine. It is dropping a cylinder or 3 until it runs for a while. I am glad i found you guys. I had a Landscape and Lawn care/ Irrigation and Snow removal company for 24 years. We ran all Fords. We were up to 18 plus the wife's van / excursion.. Thanks for making my up coming restoration project way easier... I have 2 other 7.3 cominģ right after.
@@Diesel_ftw, CNC Machine sells that denso 4kw starter.. highly recommended. The milspec terminals are a great idea; I switched every to lead terminals. This really cut down on corrosion and improved cold cranking. I am not thru the whole vid yet but I recommend new battery cables and starter while all this work is being done ...
This is a really amazing video, I just bought my first 7.3 and it’s a 2000 with 123,000 miles and I plan on putting it to work. And this video made me feel like I made a good decision
Just a note: I went to advance auto parts and purchased a fan clutch removal tool, ended up having to modify the tool to fit around the bolts to take the fan off using a bur bit to make an exact fit, therefore I didn't spend but 20 couple of dollars way back when on this tool, although worth whatever the tool costs thus far. I kept it, and use it every time I have to pull and replace the water pump. You guys are doing a great job! Enjoying your video on this, mechanic here for 30 plus yrs
Fantastic video. I have watched every video on the 7.3 have even lost 2 of my favorite utubers on the powerstrokemay they rest in piece . But the two of you have perfectly addressed and demostrated what most powerstroke owners trying to keep their truck reliable work horse.
I just did all this on an engine I just swapped in my 7.3. CNC fab makes the best HPOP lines available and gets rid of the old push lock fittings eliminating the leak point. Also if you ever have to change the fuel lines again the braided lines from Riff Raff are great
So awesome guys, I’m very appreciative. Just bought my first 7.3 (Excursion) with 158K miles that was stored inside and babied. I’m going to pull the motor and replace everything you recommend here plus anything I find once it’s apart. I’m sure it’s going to take me longer since it’s my first time with this motor.
158 is nothing on these 7.3 if you want to blow 2 grand and labor on it go ahead, got my 96 f250 with 350 and change on odmeter rebuilt /overhauled injectors new glowplugs new hpop, new sensors, uvch and aftermarket turbo pedestal, everything I replaced was factory original, and this truck had been used hard hauling and towing. The only reason I replaced the above parts was to make it start easier and for peace of mind at the miles that were on it and, it showed all the signs on being rode hard and put away wet multiple times. When International first ran and tested these engines they ran them the equivelent of over 500 thousand with no signs of wear, with your Excursion at 158 and babied that engine is just getting broken in
One thing that needs addressed on these trucks that I don’t know if you covered or not (I haven’t had time to watch the whole video) is that the windshield seal will leak. So what? If the GEM module gets wet it will cause all sorts of whacky issues. Won’t shift into OD, can’t turn the blower motor off, horn starts blowing in the middle of the night, etc. etc. It’s usually fine again once it dries out but you’ll pull your hair out trying to understand it. Ford no longer makes the module and if yours gets destroyed then you’re off to the junkyard hoping to find a truck optioned similarly to yours. They aren’t all the same.
That’s a great point. We have mentioned that in past videos. But not in this one. Have had that happen to a few trucks of ours. There is actually a way to fix it that I have found (the gem). Maybe one day I can make a video on it if I come across another one
Great video guys! I remember learning to do most of this in mush the same way you guys speak of, if i didnt know how to do something id research it on youtube until i found a good video watch a few times until i felt comfortable, order the parts, and off i went! I still remember working on my first 7.3 like it was yesterday, one of the first mods i ever did was a turbo wheel/pedestal & up-pipe upgrade. I got everything out, and placed all over my wifes kitchen table naturally. I then decided it would be a great idea, while i had a few things out of the way, to clean out the engine valley. So i proceeded to spray everything down with some mean green and let that sit for awhile to soak in.... Mind you this was during my first winter in Alaska after living in Florida my whole life.... Welp after about 30 mins i come back out to the truck to realize ive just created a solid block of frozen mean green in the valley of my engine. So there i was, extension cord ruining all the way from the cabin hooked up to my wife's hair dryer for the next hour praying i could get it thawed lmao. Thanks for the great videos guys, and to answer your question, yes, if i lived around area id definitely bring my truck to you guys!!!
Honestly, if I could like the video more than once, I would have done it a thousand times by now. You guys are truly an inspiration. Keep it up! I’ll reach out about doing the seal replacement when I figure out how to get a hold of you. Cheers.
I will give you props for making this in depth video but... I cannot believe with all the parts you threw at this project you did not change the low pressure oil pump, it is not very expensive! Also I would have cleaned the engine bay and engine itself then I would be proud of the repairs.
Good point, at the time of the build the lpops were on back order so we passed on the whole kit due to timing. We just resealed it and new gasket. Seems now they are back in stock, would totally do it on the next time around while we’re at it. Besides that in all our trucks over the past 10 years with good maintenance we have not really had any trouble with them but it is one of those things to do while you’re in that deep, so thanks for the comment!
There is a lipstick adapter that goes on where the oring is on the outside and the adapter is changeable without taking off the oil pan prob a good upgrade and monroso makes a rubber gasket for the pan that works excellent if in a pinch. Don't need dried times
Great video guys. Same situation as you minus garage large enough for my excursion. Love the whole process being shown and the extra long video on this. Exactly what I was looking for this morning on the 7.3. Have a 6.0 truck as well and while people say a lot of bad about it, mine has 288k miles and aside from a few injectors and routine maintenance I’ve just now started a bed plate leak which will be a cab off to do it well and I’ll be going through the same stuff on it and while the engines are mostly different, the only upgrade I’ve made on the 6.0 was remote oil cooler from Bulletproof diesel. Anyway, thanks for the video fellas
We have a 01 F550 with a 6 speed manual. We bought off a landscaper 25 years ago and it hauls mini excavators, skid steers and stone and dirt and I just changed the ATF in the trans for the first time and the thing has never given us a problem. Zf6 trans is a fucking monster paired with a 7.3
you gotta add the coolant additive to control cavitation; if you have one, read the 7.3 manual that should be in your owners manual packet, if you have one; if not, ask your Ford dealer for the additive
hey boss buying a 7.3 soon from my mentor down here in Orlando Florida i know he has taken care of it completely, you said you might have this same service coming up soon id be down to get this down eventually. You guys seems super pro on these trucks and worst comes i can hopefully get yall to do it if it becomes something yall offer! cheers
What are you guys going to charge for that job? You said you’re gonna offer it as a service so I’m curious to see how much that may end up being not that far from you guys about five hours away I can make it there in less than a day and back home if I drop the truck off and pick up. I’m definitely interested.
Can you post a typed list of everything, the google doc list is pretty blurry and hard to read. If not that’s cool, just appreciate the video, recently bought a 2000 Ford F350 7.3 Dually, so I’m getting ready to do a complete overhaul
Took 2 days to watch this video but man it sure was good!!! I bought my OBS new…97 F-250 XLT 4X4 Heavyduty Powerstroke 7.3L with 225,000 miles on it, would love for y’all to do that to my truck. I can just tell that you will be honest and do quality work!
Hi Fellas. Every day I watch a half out of your long video while riding the exercise bike. It’s great. I have a 2001 E350 7.3 PSD. 139k original miles. I’m trying to get my outside garage setup finished. It’s a Dually. It won’t fit in my regular garage. I am going to rebuild the outside of the motor like you guys. My problem is future maintenance after that. It is real difficult to get at anything on a van. I was thinking about after I pull the motor, making a custom tilt on the front end as well as cutout the existing floor pans and reinstalling pans that can be removed. If there is a future problem, I want to be able to get at the trucks engine Your thoughts please. Thanks, Doug Lambert, Canton, Ma
Hi , I have a 02, E-350 , 357k. that I bought new & I'm contemplating injectors, glow plugs and oil lines , up pipes .- a few minor oil leaks so far. Only changed the fuel bowl and UVCH. As know- wkng. on a van is a pain.
Wow guys! Great job! To bad your on the East coast, If you were West Coast, I'd definitely be looking you up! Watched the whole video, thanks to you, I now know more! Knowledge is power! I'm a new subscriber!
I did all I could afford( no hoop or tranny work) two years ago, ‘02 f-350, 147k one owner. I’m going to like watching your build from beginning to end to see how I did. Love my truck
Awesome video. I’m in south Jersey with an OBS 5 speed and the most clapped out 7.3 ever… would for sure be interested in the rebuild service. Keep ‘em comin
Awesome video! I’m about to do a cab switch on my rusty east coast 03 F350. Thinking once the engine is exposed it’s time to do a little upgrade. It’s only at 290K and would like to make it to a true million miles.....so glad I found this before I started the project. Really appreciate your opinion on OEM parts - I was tempted to cheap it. Hey, your parts list is pretty blurry, would really appreciate an update. Thanks again, JJ Valley Center CA
Wow I rarely subscribe and like videos. I own a 2002 f250 7.3 ZF6 XLT here in South Carolina. It's awesome seeing the level of dedication y'all have in the time that went into making this video.
Great information guys. I have a 2000 F250 and have done several of these items individually. Had I seen this back in the day, I would have seriously considered this procedure. Question: Did you ever consider putting the gasket making sealant on the inside of the oil dipstick housing while you have such easy access to the oil pan?
So what do you think the cost will be when you begin offering this as a service? Assuming the parts cost is around $2,500 + any other things you find...curious to know what you'd charge on top of that
Guys, this was really helpful for me. I really appreciate the info and details. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I am now a subscriber. Keep up the good work!
Fantastic video guys, damn long sat and watched ALL of it!!! I have a 7.3 van, and currently trying to make it as reliable as possible, do you guys also do vans? I know things are tighter to get to in the van, I’ve already added a bunch of stuff, but not sure if someone would do all the O rings out here. Any recommendations? Keep in making those videos truly learned a lot!!!!
I would let you do it but im in Nevada. I'll be doing this same job on mine in Oct. I only have 117k but i can see stuff that dried out on a 97 obs F super duty oil pan leaking.
on the order sheet you mentioned going to your website for the installation instructions. Do you happen to have that still? I went to your site but do not see a resources section.
Great video, I pretty much watched it straight through, but you need to do a better parts list , like suppliers and such. I am getting ready to do this exact project. Thanks for the heads up on so many things that would have jumped out and intimidated me
Guys thank you for this video! Had a question about the coolant block plugs. I am also a jersey guy so mine are looking crusty. Do you have any insight as to where to source replacements for a 2002 F250? RiffRaff doesn't have them and I'd like to replace those.
Great job! Can I bring you mine?! I have a 2002 F350 just like this one. 230k a minor leak in the valley that I can't find but it runs like a dream. Great truck. I love my 7 tree.
Hi guy’s ! I really like your videos!! Could be cool if you can tell me what jobs can be done if the engine stay in the truck.I plan to work on my truck soon! Thanks !!
Awesome video, my favorite powerstroke 7.3 wish you guys were closer as im in Toronto Ontario Canada I have a 2000 f350 powerstroke but mines rusty, still does the job. Wish it was the newer suspension without front leafs
My Father has a 96 f250 & it just will randomly shut of like you turned the ignition off. Runs perfect when it starts. It starts runs for 5-10 mins then shuts off. Still have all power will,sometimes start right back up and do the same thing. He’s replaced the ipr / cps/ and like 3 other things under the hood. Still does the same thing. Any ideas we haven’t checked the fuel pressure yet. Also replaced camshaft sensor all oem parts as well
You guys are awesome thank you i have a 2002 7.3 f350 and i appreciate what you dod for us between this and the hines manual i have i can fo anything on my truck
I’ve got my oil pan taken off and I’ve got a little discoloration from heat the cylinders look great as far as I can tell. Should I be concerned on the discoloration?
Awesoem video. I have a 2000 F-250 4x4. I may do this in the future. It is sitting on 360,000 miles. I have only had it about 7 months. Do you guys ever go with bigger injectirs/turbo/exhaust/tuners?
Guys this is a fantastic video I'm about a quarter of the way through it right now. I just wish you guys would have had a simple flashlight to shine under the car and in the engine compartment when you were recording because we really can't see a lot of the stuff you're talking about when you go into dark areas. Other than that so glad you guys made this video I'm going to follow it to a T on my 99 f250 7.3
I just got a 99 f350 short bed extended cab dually 200k miles for a grand but the oil pan is shot and the rear diff leaks a tiny bit body’s in great shape runs strong and good shifts good has rusted bottom rockers on the 3rd style doors I think it was a pretty good deal but I know nothing on these trucks it has the 7.3 aswell
I have a 2000 7.3 with 252,000 miles, no check engine light on, but won’t pass smog in California. Any help greatly appreciated. I put a scanner on it and it shuts off
If rust is a issue in your area use fluid film or similar. Im in CT and both my 1990 7.3 and 2011 duramax are 100% rust free. It takes 1 hour a year to stop the rust 100%. Just washing it won't work.
At 614k miles owning it since 223k miles. I can’t say anything but good things about what you guys are doing.
I would definitely like to have this done to my 1999 F-250 Super Duty. I live in Texas, but I would drive it to New Jersey to have this done. Of course, at the right price point. Great Video.
As would I!
This is the best video I've seen on a 7.3 so far, I'm so glad you guys are just regular people not mechanics that know-it-all, call I have worked on my 7.3 is for years, please keep up the great work and the great
Appreciate the support
As long as you have 8 glow plugs working and a good glow plug relay that truck should never need to be plugged in except in sub freezing temps. One of the biggest problems is the relay goes out often. I run a led light inside my cab that runs to the glow plug side terminal on the relay and to the battery. This way I always know when there is power going to the glow plugs. When the relay starts going bad the led will starts to flicker but after a few fast key cycles it usually will stay on. Sometimes tapping on the relay with a wrench or something hard will usually make it work again. Sometimes I've even gotten another year out of it. Unless the temperature is around zero this Michigan truck will always start on the first cycle.
Yes, I believe good glow plugs and you don’t have to plug it in. Many years ago, I drove a tow truck, 1989 F-SuperDuty. Cycle the glow plugs a few times and it started. Evan at zero degrees F. without a block heater plugged in.
CNC Machine sells a high quality glow plug relay. Highly recommended.
Wrong, mine had new glow plugs, relays, under valve cover harness and still had a hard time starting, injectors were wore out and once changed, it fires up any time without being plugged in.
Holy hell men, this is one hell of a video. Congrats on putting such an informative video together. I don't own a 7.3 and I still watched every minute of the video. Took me 6 days but I watched it all. Congrats again. See you on the next one.
Love that haha thanks for your continuous support we appreciate. Maybe you’ll buy a 7.3 one day 😂
thanks so much for this. exactly what i was looking for. im currently restoring my "new to me" 2002 7.3 excursion with 150k miles. subbed!
This is the most comprehensive 7.3 breakdown video I've ever seen, thank you. You've earned a new subscriber, well done guys.
This i the best 7.3 maintenance video on the Tube. I have a 2000 I bought new and it has 106K miles on it. I've done a few mods on it and it runs great and get about 19MPG on the highway. Love the truck. After watching your video, I think I'm ready to give my truck some love. The #8 cackle injector you mentioned, right after I bought my truck, it had a terrible cackle. The dealership said that is common and not a problem. After doing some forum research, I discovered the cackle is from air that is sucked in the the quick connect fuel lines and gets trapped at the #8 fuel rail. I got rid of the quick connects, installed a regulated return and swapped out the #8 injector with the same model as the rest of the injectors. Eliminated the cackle, smoother idle, a bit more power and improved mileage.
These fuel lines seal issues and upgrades I would never have thought about it.
This seems like a 5 gallon HD vacuum can be sacrificed to vacuum out the antifreeze & fuel spill fluids.
this was very educational .
Mostly this video with a little extra info from a different video has made me 100% confident and excited about this project. I don’t want to start a project without knowing 100% exactly what’s needed to tackle it, i bought one that’s clearly been leaking for awhile but everything else checked out, has 160k miles with a new transmission. I was sitting here complaining about my shop not being big enough yet yall are doing it in MUCH less space 😂
I bought my 2002 f250 7.3 4x4 with 54,000 miles, not running for 5000$ in 2018. So far I have replaced all fluids, brakes, hoses and lines, power steering pump and hoses, all suspension components except the leaf springs, banks rear end cover, 5 inch turbo back exhaust, S and B intake, t6 chip and an adrenaline hpop. Looking at adding a Fass fuel system and coolant filter next. Liked and subscribed cause this video
You bought it for 8k, now 8k in parts and a ton of work hours. Best video so far. Great job in explaining everything.
they bought it for 6 and are in 2500 for the parts and 500 in miscellaneous is what they said in another video
I am here for that 4x4 conversion.
Get an engine stand, it'll make it easier to show your work. This is a friggin awesome vid guys, absolutely good stuff!
After about 9 years, I am back in a 7.3 that I am picking up and driving 2,500 miles home. I'm totally enjoying videos like this and adding a playlist so I can get back to them pretty regularly. Looking forward to digesting this, but boy I sure wish they were chapters in a useful video that's this long.
I am a 24 year original owner of a 2000 7.3 CC DRW 4WD... I have 488,000. I will never buy a new diesel pickup. I am sourcinģ a Southern body. I am just starting to aquire the body. I have done injectors, cups, ĢPs at 387. Current I am having a cold start issue. If it is plugged in or stays above 40 it starts fine. It is dropping a cylinder or 3 until it runs for a while. I am glad i found you guys.
I had a Landscape and Lawn care/ Irrigation and Snow removal company for 24 years. We ran all Fords. We were up to 18 plus the wife's van / excursion..
Thanks for making my up coming restoration project way easier... I have 2 other 7.3 cominģ right after.
Classic example of Stiction in the injector, try 2qts of hotshot secret stiction eliminator or replace the affected injector
I had the same issue Get all new battery terminals that are military style and new high torque starter, make sure battery’s are good
@@Diesel_ftw, CNC Machine sells that denso 4kw starter.. highly recommended. The milspec terminals are a great idea; I switched every to lead terminals. This really cut down on corrosion and improved cold cranking. I am not thru the whole vid yet but I recommend new battery cables and starter while all this work is being done ...
This is a really amazing video, I just bought my first 7.3 and it’s a 2000 with 123,000 miles and I plan on putting it to work. And this video made me feel like I made a good decision
Just a note: I went to advance auto parts and purchased a fan clutch removal tool, ended up having to modify the tool to fit around the bolts to take the fan off using a bur bit to make an exact fit, therefore I didn't spend but 20 couple of dollars way back when on this tool, although worth whatever the tool costs thus far. I kept it, and use it every time I have to pull and replace the water pump. You guys are doing a great job! Enjoying your video on this, mechanic here for 30 plus yrs
I've had to use a saw to cut the fan off the waterpump... Canada is ruff on iron/steel parts.
Thank you for taking the time to show all of it. I will get one going for my sons 16th b day .
Fantastic video. I have watched every video on the 7.3 have even lost 2 of my favorite utubers on the powerstrokemay they rest in piece . But the two of you have perfectly addressed and demostrated what most powerstroke owners trying to keep their truck reliable work horse.
I just did all this on an engine I just swapped in my 7.3. CNC fab makes the best HPOP lines available and gets rid of the old push lock fittings eliminating the leak point. Also if you ever have to change the fuel lines again the braided lines from Riff Raff are great
Yea I run them on my shorty. Great quality.
So ill have to keep coming back to finish the video but so far, very informative. Appreciate the dedication you have to this channel & viewers.
So awesome guys, I’m very appreciative. Just bought my first 7.3 (Excursion) with 158K miles that was stored inside and babied. I’m going to pull the motor and replace everything you recommend here plus anything I find once it’s apart. I’m sure it’s going to take me longer since it’s my first time with this motor.
Sweet. It’ll be a great truck. Take your time with it and it’ll come out nocely
158 is nothing on these 7.3 if you want to blow 2 grand and labor on it go ahead, got my 96 f250 with 350 and change on odmeter rebuilt /overhauled injectors new glowplugs new hpop, new sensors, uvch and aftermarket turbo pedestal, everything I replaced was factory original, and this truck had been used hard hauling and towing. The only reason I replaced the above parts was to make it start easier and for peace of mind at the miles that were on it and, it showed all the signs on being rode hard and put away wet multiple times. When International first ran and tested these engines they ran them the equivelent of over 500 thousand with no signs of wear, with your Excursion at 158 and babied that engine is just getting broken in
One thing that needs addressed on these trucks that I don’t know if you covered or not (I haven’t had time to watch the whole video) is that the windshield seal will leak. So what? If the GEM module gets wet it will cause all sorts of whacky issues. Won’t shift into OD, can’t turn the blower motor off, horn starts blowing in the middle of the night, etc. etc. It’s usually fine again once it dries out but you’ll pull your hair out trying to understand it. Ford no longer makes the module and if yours gets destroyed then you’re off to the junkyard hoping to find a truck optioned similarly to yours. They aren’t all the same.
That’s a great point. We have mentioned that in past videos. But not in this one. Have had that happen to a few trucks of ours. There is actually a way to fix it that I have found (the gem). Maybe one day I can make a video on it if I come across another one
@@ziggybrothershow do you fix it
My windshield was leaking. Come to find out it wasn't even attached anymore! Thought it was cab lights so I replaced them and then new windshield.
Where are You gays locaded
I nave a 1999 f 350 with 4, 976, 379 milles in it
Great video guys! I remember learning to do most of this in mush the same way you guys speak of, if i didnt know how to do something id research it on youtube until i found a good video watch a few times until i felt comfortable, order the parts, and off i went! I still remember working on my first 7.3 like it was yesterday, one of the first mods i ever did was a turbo wheel/pedestal & up-pipe upgrade. I got everything out, and placed all over my wifes kitchen table naturally. I then decided it would be a great idea, while i had a few things out of the way, to clean out the engine valley. So i proceeded to spray everything down with some mean green and let that sit for awhile to soak in.... Mind you this was during my first winter in Alaska after living in Florida my whole life.... Welp after about 30 mins i come back out to the truck to realize ive just created a solid block of frozen mean green in the valley of my engine. So there i was, extension cord ruining all the way from the cabin hooked up to my wife's hair dryer for the next hour praying i could get it thawed lmao. Thanks for the great videos guys, and to answer your question, yes, if i lived around area id definitely bring my truck to you guys!!!
Wow! Great video, watched the whole thing. 97 7.3 owner and I appreciate the content. Thank you both for your time and sharing knowledge and tips.
You should also check antidrainback oil checkball at front of block on drivers side
I never comment but man you guys are special. You made it look so easy and inspiring to work on my 7.3.
Honestly, if I could like the video more than once, I would have done it a thousand times by now. You guys are truly an inspiration. Keep it up! I’ll reach out about doing the seal replacement when I figure out how to get a hold of you. Cheers.
Hockey pucks and a small small bottle jack from Napa for the engine cooler
I will give you props for making this in depth video but... I cannot believe with all the parts you threw at this project you did not change the low pressure oil pump, it is not very expensive! Also I would have cleaned the engine bay and engine itself then I would be proud of the repairs.
Good point, at the time of the build the lpops were on back order so we passed on the whole kit due to timing. We just resealed it and new gasket. Seems now they are back in stock, would totally do it on the next time around while we’re at it. Besides that in all our trucks over the past 10 years with good maintenance we have not really had any trouble with them but it is one of those things to do while you’re in that deep, so thanks for the comment!
ABSOLUTELY---AN INCREDIBLE VIDEO
There is a lipstick adapter that goes on where the oring is on the outside and the adapter is changeable without taking off the oil pan prob a good upgrade and monroso makes a rubber gasket for the pan that works excellent if in a pinch. Don't need dried times
Great video guys. Same situation as you minus garage large enough for my excursion. Love the whole process being shown and the extra long video on this. Exactly what I was looking for this morning on the 7.3. Have a 6.0 truck as well and while people say a lot of bad about it, mine has 288k miles and aside from a few injectors and routine maintenance I’ve just now started a bed plate leak which will be a cab off to do it well and I’ll be going through the same stuff on it and while the engines are mostly different, the only upgrade I’ve made on the 6.0 was remote oil cooler from Bulletproof diesel. Anyway, thanks for the video fellas
We have a 01 F550 with a 6 speed manual. We bought off a landscaper 25 years ago and it hauls mini excavators, skid steers and stone and dirt and I just changed the ATF in the trans for the first time and the thing has never given us a problem. Zf6 trans is a fucking monster paired with a 7.3
you gotta add the coolant additive to control cavitation; if you have one, read the 7.3 manual that should be in your owners manual packet, if you have one; if not, ask your Ford dealer for the additive
Loved this. I wish y’all could do a video like this for 6.0’s. Lots of us out here keeping those going too. It would be a lot of help.
What’s your opinion on the moroso oil pans/gaskets?
Thank you guys for this video about to buy a 7.3L 2001 excursion with 396k miles looking forward to tearing into this!
hey boss buying a 7.3 soon from my mentor down here in Orlando Florida i know he has taken care of it completely, you said you might have this same service coming up soon id be down to get this down eventually. You guys seems super pro on these trucks and worst comes i can hopefully get yall to do it if it becomes something yall offer! cheers
Good stuff I would also recommend rebuilding the turbo, new heater core, front axle seals, icp sensor, new glow plug module/ relay
If you're going to do the seal on the lpop, you might as well have installed a new melling pump. Like you said you're down there anyway.
They said in the comments that the pumps were out of stock at the time. And they agree with you.
What are you guys going to charge for that job? You said you’re gonna offer it as a service so I’m curious to see how much that may end up being not that far from you guys about five hours away I can make it there in less than a day and back home if I drop the truck off and pick up. I’m definitely interested.
Can you post a typed list of everything, the google doc list is pretty blurry and hard to read. If not that’s cool, just appreciate the video, recently bought a 2000 Ford F350 7.3 Dually, so I’m getting ready to do a complete overhaul
Took 2 days to watch this video but man it sure was good!!!
I bought my OBS new…97 F-250 XLT 4X4 Heavyduty Powerstroke 7.3L with 225,000 miles on it, would love for y’all to do that to my truck. I can just tell that you will be honest and do quality work!
I don't even have one of these and i subscribed. Great content.
Hi Fellas. Every day I watch a half out of your long video while riding the exercise bike. It’s great.
I have a 2001 E350 7.3 PSD. 139k original miles. I’m trying to get my outside garage setup finished. It’s a Dually. It won’t fit in my regular garage.
I am going to rebuild the outside of the motor like you guys. My problem is future maintenance after that. It is real difficult to get at anything on a van. I was thinking about after I pull the motor, making a custom tilt on the front end as well as cutout
the existing floor pans and
reinstalling pans that can be removed. If there is a future problem, I want to be able to get at the trucks engine
Your thoughts please.
Thanks, Doug Lambert, Canton, Ma
Hi , I have a 02, E-350 , 357k. that I bought new & I'm contemplating injectors, glow plugs and oil lines , up pipes .- a few minor oil leaks so far. Only changed the fuel bowl and UVCH. As know- wkng. on a van is a pain.
Well done! Thanks for taking the time fellas!
Wow guys! Great job! To bad your on the East coast, If you were West Coast, I'd definitely be looking you up! Watched the whole video, thanks to you, I now know more! Knowledge is power! I'm a new subscriber!
I did all I could afford( no hoop or tranny work) two years ago, ‘02 f-350, 147k one owner. I’m going to like watching your build from beginning to end to see how I did. Love my truck
Awesome video. I’m in south Jersey with an OBS 5 speed and the most clapped out 7.3 ever… would for sure be interested in the rebuild service. Keep ‘em comin
Who is the best diesel mechanic in your area?
Nice work guys! I’ve been anxiously waiting! Nice job!!!
Pop has an '01 with 180k miles. We may tackle this job. Thanks for posting. Very helpful.
Seriously considering you guys doing this for my '02 7.3.
Awesome video! I’m about to do a cab switch on my rusty east coast 03 F350. Thinking once the engine is exposed it’s time to do a little upgrade. It’s only at 290K and would like to make it to a true million miles.....so glad I found this before I started the project. Really appreciate your opinion on OEM parts - I was tempted to cheap it. Hey, your parts list is pretty blurry, would really appreciate an update. Thanks again, JJ Valley Center CA
1 GZ-15-001 OIL COOLER SEAL KIT 94-03
2 F4TZ9448A EXHAUST MANIFOLD GASKET
2 F4TZ9S425A EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLT SET
1 RDP-8501 WATER PUMP OEM
1 LOC620 INJECTOR CUP RETAINING COMPOUND
1 F81Z9B2738N PASSENGER SIDE FUEL LINE
8 AP0001 ALLIANT INJECTOR O RINGS
1 YC3Z6020BAA WATER PUMP LOWER INLET O RING
1 F4TZ6700A FRONT CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL KIT
1 W300050 UP-PIPE REINSTALL HARDWARE KIT
1 GZ-9-003 TURBO/PEDESTAL O RINGS
1 RDP-702670-0002 RIFFRAFF DIESEL NON-E8PV/ BLANK PEDESTAL
1 GZ-7-007 FUEL BOWL SEAL KIT w/FLOUROSILICON DRAIN O RINGS
1 4C3Z6026CA CYLINDER HEAD OIL RAIL END PLUG SET (4)
8 MC3Z12A342F GLOWPLUG ZD-30 94-03 7.3
2 F81Z9D930AB UNDER VALVE COVER HARNESS
2 F81Z6584A VALVE COVER GASKET
3 TA-31 RTV SILICON SEALANT TA31
1 F4TZ12K073C CAM POSIITON SENSOR CPS
1 AP0003 IPR COMPLETE RE-EAL KIT
1 F81Z6750DA ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
1 F81Z6754AA ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK TUBE
1 F4TZ6701A REAR MAIN OIL SEAL KIT
Wow I rarely subscribe and like videos. I own a 2002 f250 7.3 ZF6 XLT here in South Carolina. It's awesome seeing the level of dedication y'all have in the time that went into making this video.
What about the entire top side wiring harness? I see Riffraff sells them for my 97 OBS for $370.
Great information guys. I have a 2000 F250 and have done several of these items individually. Had I seen this back in the day, I would have seriously considered this procedure.
Question: Did you ever consider putting the gasket making sealant on the inside of the oil dipstick housing while you have such easy access to the oil pan?
Have you ever tried the stainless steel injector cups
You guys are experts man. Would love to get this done on my excursion! Also need a landscaper! Located in Morris Plains.
Nice video… could you give a list of all part and a price total for all parts installed on this engine?
wow, outstanding training video!
On the oil cooler, I used a long clamp from home Depot
Great vid guys 👍
Guys could you please repost the Google drive parts list the one you have is blurry and we cannot make out the part numbers.
So what do you think the cost will be when you begin offering this as a service? Assuming the parts cost is around $2,500 + any other things you find...curious to know what you'd charge on top of that
Awesome video, tech tip, get a snappy 3/8 ratchet. Doesn't seem like that big of a deal but it kinda is.
Guys, this was really helpful for me. I really appreciate the info and details. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I am now a subscriber. Keep up the good work!
This is awesome. Thanks for sharing your process. I’m going to do mine the exact way y’all did.
Fantastic video guys, damn long sat and watched ALL of it!!! I have a 7.3 van, and currently trying to make it as reliable as possible, do you guys also do vans? I know things are tighter to get to in the van, I’ve already added a bunch of stuff, but not sure if someone would do all the O rings out here. Any recommendations? Keep in making those videos truly learned a lot!!!!
Thanks for all of this knowledge! Pretty cool! So much info. Wish you guys were here in Northern California. Best of luck and God bless!
I would let you do it but im in Nevada. I'll be doing this same job on mine in Oct. I only have 117k but i can see stuff that dried out on a 97 obs F super duty oil pan leaking.
on the order sheet you mentioned going to your website for the installation instructions. Do you happen to have that still? I went to your site but do not see a resources section.
Great video, I pretty much watched it straight through, but you need to do a better parts list , like suppliers and such. I am getting ready to do this exact project. Thanks for the heads up on so many things that would have jumped out and intimidated me
Thanks for the time and the video! Super awesome! Very informative! Can't wait for the next ones! Stay Blessed
You are putting more faith in a harbor freight jack than I ever would. 😬
Legend has it,
that's basically a Snap-on jack.
Awesome video, thank you so much this 7.3 content is gold!
Glad it helps
Guys thank you for this video! Had a question about the coolant block plugs. I am also a jersey guy so mine are looking crusty. Do you have any insight as to where to source replacements for a 2002 F250? RiffRaff doesn't have them and I'd like to replace those.
Great job! Can I bring you mine?! I have a 2002 F350 just like this one. 230k a minor leak in the valley that I can't find but it runs like a dream. Great truck. I love my 7 tree.
Hi guy’s ! I really like your videos!!
Could be cool if you can tell me what jobs can be done if the engine stay in the truck.I plan to work on my truck soon! Thanks !!
Hey guys, that was really fantastic. Please let us know what you would charge for your overhaul service
If u take out the Injector cups with a extractor drop a penny down in the cup 1st so no shavings get into your cylinder
Holy shit!!! Jimmy absolutely amazing work here! Can’t wait to dive into this
Awesome video, my favorite powerstroke 7.3 wish you guys were closer as im in Toronto Ontario Canada
I have a 2000 f350 powerstroke but mines rusty, still does the job. Wish it was the newer suspension without front leafs
What is your thoughts on a sump kit? I have everything to do it but not ready to drill that hole yet😅
My Father has a 96 f250 & it just will randomly shut of like you turned the ignition off. Runs perfect when it starts. It starts runs for 5-10 mins then shuts off. Still have all power will,sometimes start right back up and do the same thing. He’s replaced the ipr / cps/ and like 3 other things under the hood. Still does the same thing. Any ideas we haven’t checked the fuel pressure yet. Also replaced camshaft sensor all oem parts as well
You guys are awesome thank you i have a 2002 7.3 f350 and i appreciate what you dod for us between this and the hines manual i have i can fo anything on my truck
I’ve got my oil pan taken off and I’ve got a little discoloration from heat the cylinders look great as far as I can tell. Should I be concerned on the discoloration?
you guys great video. subbed. any info on how much you'd charge to do this as a service? thanks
Awesoem video. I have a 2000 F-250 4x4. I may do this in the future. It is sitting on 360,000 miles. I have only had it about 7 months. Do you guys ever go with bigger injectirs/turbo/exhaust/tuners?
Guys this is a fantastic video I'm about a quarter of the way through it right now. I just wish you guys would have had a simple flashlight to shine under the car and in the engine compartment when you were recording because we really can't see a lot of the stuff you're talking about when you go into dark areas. Other than that so glad you guys made this video I'm going to follow it to a T on my 99 f250 7.3
wow this is such an awesome video, thanks for sharing this with everyone!
I just got a 99 f350 short bed extended cab dually 200k miles for a grand but the oil pan is shot and the rear diff leaks a tiny bit body’s in great shape runs strong and good shifts good has rusted bottom rockers on the 3rd style doors I think it was a pretty good deal but I know nothing on these trucks it has the 7.3 aswell
What u guys think I got a pic but not sure how I’d post it to TH-cam
I have a 2000 7.3 with 252,000 miles, no check engine light on, but won’t pass smog in California.
Any help greatly appreciated. I put a scanner on it and it shuts off
Subscribed! Amazing video. Thank you! Lots and Lots and Lots of knowledge and effort! Well done sir!
It took me 3 days but I enjoyed the video. I've never owned a truck or a diesel but I am intrigued
Glad you enjoyed it
Are you guys doing this as a service yet ?
Yes I will send my truck to you guys
I just saw your truck today in Morristown! 👍🏼
Can this be done to a 6.7? Like pull it out instead of lifting the cab?
If rust is a issue in your area use fluid film or similar. Im in CT and both my 1990 7.3 and 2011 duramax are 100% rust free. It takes 1 hour a year to stop the rust 100%. Just washing it won't work.