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    Latest thoughts on Trans fluid?

    One of the BEST Transmission longevity guarantees is the addition of a finned Aluminum extra capacity Tranny Pan with magnetic bolt. The Hughes aluminum tranny pan adds about 5 more quarts of cooling transmission fluid to help stave off the dreaded heat. Frequent oil changes if you pull...
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    Oil Change Experience............

    Get REAL----These oil change Grease Monkeys are just that stupid monkeys!! DO YOUR OWN WHEN YOU CAN ,and you'll KNOW IT'S DONE RIGHT!
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    4R100 made it to 94k miles!!

    My 2001 F-350 7.3 PSD has got 96 k on it ,and has pulled our 15,000 lb Designer (36 ft long) Fifthwheels annually from Indiana to the Fla Keys without a problem. My local Ford Dealer mechanic said it would last much longer (pulling) if I maintained it religiously, and added a larger capacity...
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    losing tranny fluid from dust cover drain hole

    Tranny leak I'll bet you over heated your transmission and caused some of the boiled trans fluid to push out of the overflow on top of the Tranny. If it shifts ok,change the fluid,add a quart of LUCAS Trans Conditioner. To prevent this over-heating when towing -add a Finned aluminum over sized...
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    Need transmission advice

    Put on a Hughes Aluminum Tranny Pan for a start. Get the model with 5 extra quarts of trans fluid. When refilling use a Qt of LUCAS Transmission Treatment too. The extra Trans fluid will help keep your tranny cooler and the larger pan to dissipate heat better. Make sure your radiator and...
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    Chip and trans life

    sagebel---Great looking 2011 FORD PSD !!! Tell us more about it,and what your experience has been so far. Thanks--Wish I had a new 2011 FORD F-450 PSDiesel,but my old 2001 7.3 has only got 180K on it and just breaking in !
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    Chip and trans life

    I think the BEST option is to add a 4-6 Qt Aluminum Tranny pan and change your Tranny oil more often than the recomended 30 K miles if you tow much or use your tranny hard. I tow a 15K ,36 ft Fifth Wheel (Made 11 trips to Florida of approx 3K miles round trip the last 10 yrs) ,and this has made...
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    Opinions on oils for my 99?

    My 2001 F-350 ,7.3 PSD has over 200K miles and has never used a drop of it's MOTORCRAFT PSD 15W40 Oil. It's great oil and less than the others. Why change now after almost a Quarter of a MILLION successful Miles on MOTORCRAFT??
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    I'm Here! New from NC...Thinkin about buyin ford

    Welcome to SDD !! You can't go wrong with the WORLD'S BEST and BEST SELLING Trucks--the FORD F-SERIES!! You can certainly spec out a new Ford Power Stroke 6.7 Liter Diesel for a lot less. There are already after market tail lights available for you New PSD FORD F-Series ! You are joining the...
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    replacement trans pan question

    Hughes Aluminum 4 qt tranny pan I put a Hughes (4 Qt extra Trans pan) Aluminum Transmission Pan on my 2001 F-350 for towing and it helped reduce oil temps enough to satisfy my pulling needs. It's a great looking finned aluminum tranny pan that is well engineered and easy to install and gives...
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    Question 2010 6.7 Liter Ford Diesel

    clintusaf Thanks for the 2011 Diesel info Clint. I did read where the oil capacity would be only 13 qts on the new 6.7 Diesel. My old 7.3 has had regular (motorcraft) oil changes and maintenance as required by Ford Manual,and no major parts failures in all those miles. Did replace the old...
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    Question Low Sulfur Fuel in 2001 PSD ?

    Thanks for the 2 -cycle oil tip . Can you use it with all diesel fuels and at what ratio should it be mixed with low Sulfur?:clap:
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    Question 2010 6.7 Liter Ford Diesel

    Has anyone heard any specifics on the new All-FORD 6.7 Liter Diesel above the initial info on the Ford - Cars, SUVs, Trucks & Crossovers | Ford Vehicles (FORD TRUCKS) site? I am looking for a new FORD Diesel to replace my 759K miles 2000 Ford PSD,and want to know :1) Fuel Mileage ratings 2) Type...
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    Question Low Sulfur Fuel in 2001 PSD ?

    Need some feedback on what is the Best Solution to using the new Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel in my reliable 2001 Ford F-350 PSD. Other than avoiding the new ULS Diesel Fuel and using #2 Diesel as long as possible what should be added or done when forced to use this ULS fuel-specially when...
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    Any latest info about the new All-FORD 6.7 Liter Diesel ? Fuel Mileage ? Horsepower...

    Any latest info about the new All-FORD 6.7 Liter Diesel ? Fuel Mileage ? Horsepower? Maintenance-Oil Filter ,etc ?
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    Front Grill

    2004 Ford Grille Smoky: Not sure ,but I think the 05 & 06 Grille would fit and look awesome in your Truck ! If your old Grille is not scratched or damaged.I'd like to buy it for my 2001 PSD F-350 if it will fit. Mine got hit by a piece of debris from a semi while pulling our Fifth wheel Rv down...
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    Improving Fuel Economy

    I just put half a tank in my 2001 F-350 7.3 PSD because it was late and most of the stations were closed. I've always used #2 Diesel since new ,but after towing my 38 ft Designer Fifth wheel down to Pine Island/Ft. Myers for the winter,I notice unlike the Diesel back home in Indiana -many of the...
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    Question switching from diesel to wvo/svo

    I noticed on my way to Florida when I entered a Flying "J" in Valdosta,Ga to fill up my 2001 F-350 7.3 PSD that 4 of the 12 diesel pumps had newly installed signs above the filling bays saying "LOW SULFUR DIESEL ONLY". I headed my rig into a regular # 2 Diesel pump and filled up. However,now...
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    Headlight change for 2001 F-350

    Thanks IHC IHC---You are probably right since Indiana temps and weather are vastly more variable/cold than Cal. It may not he worth the effort. PS: I saw your reply regarding newer rearview mirrows. Do you know if I can easily upgrade my 01 mirrors for newer ones with turn signals and heat...
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    Has anyone learned any more specifics on the all-new ,All-Ford 6.7 liter, single twin turbo...

    Has anyone learned any more specifics on the all-new ,All-Ford 6.7 liter, single twin turbo Diesel?? The Ford Vehicles.com site has a good bit of info,but wondered about such specs like HP,Torque,Fuel Mileage,Oil capacity,Type of Oil Filter,and Towing capabilities. Thanks
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    Headlight change for 2001 F-350

    Thanks BIG JOE ! Thanks for the AIH delete info Big Joe--is this an easy procedures is a kit available? Thanks,Harry:clap:
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    Headlight change for 2001 F-350

    Thanks IHC Thanks again IHC ! Think I'll do the AIH delete. Your Fla trip to Port Charlotte may be near us on Pine Island (we are staying at least a month here before heading to the Keys). I caught 18 nice Sea trout in Charlotte Harbor yesterday,before the cold front blew in from the North...
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    Headlight change for 2001 F-350

    IHC--Thanks for the great info ! My 2001 F-350 has pulled out 38 ft,15k lbs Fifth Wheel Rv from Indiana to the Fla Keys nine times (2,800 mile round trip) with never an issue. I change Motor Craft Oil & Filter regularily (3K miles when towing) With almost 100k miles this FORD F-350 is amazing...
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    Headlight change for 2001 F-350

    Thanks IHC Thanks for the tip IHC on my headlights ! What is the "Foil Delete" mod and what is the advantage ? Any other easy 7.3 PSD mods I can do ? I have eliminated the muffler,added AFE filter,Air-Ride bags for towing our 38 ft. fifth-wheel,drilled the panel by radiator for more ram -air to...
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    Headlight change for 2001 F-350

    I'd like to update my 2001 F-350 headlights with the newest stock Ford headlights--(OEM=no cheap chinese knockoffs!!) I think the clear Ford headlights from 2002-2006or 7 will snap in with little problems--any help would appreciated ! Happy New all FORD FANS/OWNERS!!!:sweet

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