DIY Repair for the 6.9 and 7.3 IDI Diesel Van (and other vehicles)

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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 »

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Filter Head Heat Exchanger Replacement (For Fuel System)

After several pressure tests of my biofuel system, I’ve determined that the weak link in system must be my heat… Read more »

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Differences between IDI Van Turbo Kits

Over the years, I have the good fortune of obtaining two complete van turbo kits: Banks and Hypermax.  They are… Read more »

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C6 IDI VRV (Vacuum Regulator Valve) Strength Testing

It’s been a while since I’ve updated the IDI Online blog.  I have a lot of things planned for the… Read more »

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Custom Heavy Duty Automotive Plastics Services and Fabrication

IDI Online is offering fabrication services for antique automotive plastics.  As more and more plastic parts become discontinued, it becomes… Read more »

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New Ford Truck IDI Vacuum Manifolds

If you have broken your Vacuum Manifold, you have probably searched everywhere for a replacement.  Ford, and all the aftermarket… Read more »

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Custom Install of the 44-Gallon Excursion Tank in a Ford Pickup

Several years ago, Andreas Johansson did a DIY installation of the massive 44-gallon fuel tank in his shortbed 1999 Ford… Read more »

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Thoughts on the latest 12,000-mile roadtrip to the Arctic Ocean

I’m finally back home. After driving over 12,000 miles from Los Angeles to Wisconsin to the Yukon Arctic to Montana… Read more »

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Things to Know Before Doing a Gasser-to-IDI Diesel Engine Swap in a Ford Van

Recently, I received a question from IDI Online user “tanner” about the potential of conducting a gasser-IDI swap. I get… Read more »

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New ‘IDI-Online’ C6 VRV (Vacuum Regulator Valve)

We have new or already-rebuilt replacement C6 IDI VRV’s (Vacuum Regulator Valves) for sale.  Also, we can rebuild your existing… Read more »

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How I unbolted my C6 Torque Converter from my 7.3 IDI Diesel Engine

Before a person separates a transmission and engine, they must disconnect the Torque Converter from the flexplate/flywheel.  The process involves… Read more »

genscripter April 22, 2018

Injector Line Retainer Hack (to keep the nut in place)

If you have ever needed to undo and adjust your injector line retainers, you likely got just as frustrated as… Read more »

genscripter April 19, 2018

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 »

genscripter April 19, 2018

6.9 or 7.3 IDI Injector Pump (IP) Replacement in a Van

Removing the IP on an IDI Van can be a bit of a chore, but not impossible.  Here is a… Read more »

genscripter April 19, 2018

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 »

genscripter April 19, 2018

How to Manipulate the Metering Valve on 6.9 / 7.3 IDI Injector Pump

If you have been cranking and cranking your IDI engine trying to purge the air from the injector lines, and… Read more »

genscripter April 14, 2018

Throttle Spring Location on a 6.9 / 7.3 IDI Injector Pump

Here is the location of the throttle spring on the Injector Pump. The hard part about situating this spring in… Read more »

genscripter April 9, 2018

How I Redesigned my Glowplug Harness to Accommodate my Hypermax Van Turbo Kit

Recently, I had a correspondence with a good friend, Jayro88 from the FTE IDI Forum.  He asked: As far as… Read more »

genscripter April 7, 2018

How to Easily Add 300 HP to a 6.9 or 7.3 IDI Diesel Engine.

You can’t.

genscripter April 4, 2018

IDI Hypermax Puff Limiter Explanation and Video

Hypermax offers a “puff limiter” for IDI turbo vehicles that have a smoke problem at the start of acceleration.  This video… Read more »

genscripter March 21, 2018

6.9 & 7.3 IDI Torque Specs and Bolt Dimensions, with Images

There are lots of information on the internet and in service manuals about the IDI torque specs.  When I rebuilt… Read more »

genscripter March 19, 2018

The Great Big List of Eco-mods for 6.9 and 7.3 IDI Vehicles

Here are some of the ways I have eco-modded (improve efficiency) my IDI van to get better MPG.  And, some… Read more »

genscripter March 16, 2018

How to Determine a Good IDI Injector Pump (IP) from a Bad, and Explanation of the IP Cam Internals

Recently, Mel from Conestoga Diesel Injection, one of the few trusted IP rebuilders on the planet, uploaded a video detailing the… Read more »

genscripter March 15, 2018

7.3 IDI Piston Ring Gap Measurement, Custom Grinding, and Proper Installation

Even though my original plan for this 7.3 IDI rebuild was quick and dirty, I eventually decided to invest some time,… Read more »

genscripter March 11, 2018

7.3 IDI Connecting Rod and Bearing Work

If you have been following my progress with the latest rebuild, you know I left off at the point of… Read more »

genscripter March 10, 2018

6.9 / 7.3 IDI Van Engine Mounting Bolt Replacement

There is a certain bolt on the top of the driver’s side motor mount bracket that really pisses me off. … Read more »

genscripter March 9, 2018

Starting a 6.9 / 7.3 IDI Engine on a Stand, Step-by-Step

Most of the information is relayed in the video.  Also, I just don’t have the energy at the moment to… Read more »

genscripter March 9, 2018

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 »

genscripter March 9, 2018

7.3 IDI Teardown

I got a ’94 IDI non-turbo van engine that had some weird squeak when it ran.  A different shop ripped… Read more »

genscripter February 20, 2018

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 »

genscripter February 8, 2018
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