Luckiest AC Leak Discovery Ever
Getting ready for some time in the desert, so after I did the 7.3-to-6.9 swap, I needed to recharge the… Read more »
Category: HVAC
6.9 / 7.3 IDI Vacuum Pump Bracket Hole Enhancement, to Fix Hose Clash
One of the design flaws of the vacuum pump bracket on the 6.9 or 7.3 IDI E-series van, is the… Read more »
1980’s Ford Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch (FS-6) Replacement
This video explains the process for replacing the AC Compressor Clutch on an FS-6 Compressor on a 1988 Ford Van. … Read more »
6.9 and 7.3 IDI Oil Cooler Repair
If you have encountered some coolant in your oil or oil in your coolant, the first place to look is… Read more »
Which bolts to Permatex on a 6.9 / 7.3 IDI Waterpump?
When you install a waterpump on a 6.9 or 7.3 IDI, you MUST use sealant on the top-two and bottom-two… Read more »
6.9 / 7.3 IDI Thermostat Replacement
On these old engines, it’s not uncommon to encounter an erratic temperature gauge. Nine times out of ten, this is… Read more »
Stuck engine block coolant plugs? Here’s a $1 trick to break them loose.
I got a few of those 3/8″ square male coolant drain plugs in my block, and I tried using one… Read more »