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

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Quadravan Econoline Tear Down 1988

Once I got the axle hoisted up on the custom wooden jig with casters and diagonal bracing, I wheeled the… Read more »

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Ongoing Quadravan Conversion Project for the Diesel Econoline

I’m long overdue for some posts to this website.  Back in 2021, I got a front Dana 44 axle from… Read more »

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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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DIY 7.3 IDI or Powerstroke Oil Cooler Pressure Tester

I got sick of looking for a place that could “test” my oil cooler, so I made my own testing… Read more »

genscripter May 5, 2015
6.9 & 7.3 IDI Injector Line Sequence

IDI (6.9 or 7.3) Injector Line Order at the IP

This article contains the injector line order for a 6.9 or 7.3 IDI injector pump. This is important information if… Read more »

genscripter February 23, 2015

[Video] Timing a 1988 Ford E250 Econoline Club Wagon 7.3 IDI with Hypermax Turbo

genscripter February 20, 2015

Hypermax Van Turbo Install for the 7.3 IDI in a 1988 Ford Clubwagon

After two years of searching, I was not able to find a used van turbo kit for my 7.3 IDI…. Read more »

genscripter June 23, 2014

Gearvender Deep Sump Installation Tutorial (Maximum Overdrive)

Hi all. I thought I’d put my Deep Sump installation on the website. It’s not a difficult installation and a… Read more »

genscripter August 4, 2013

New Table Inserts for Craftsman 12″ Band Saw (Model 119 224000)

Craftsman no long supplies replacement table inserts for the saw table of their older band saws.  If you own a… Read more »

genscripter November 9, 2012

2013-2019 Ford Flex Side Trim Clips

Has your Ford Flex trim snapped off yet?  The stock clips use really weak plastic, and the dealer and foreign… Read more »

genscripter July 20, 2012

1993-1999 Volkswagon Cabriolet Golf Jetta Door Handle Mounts

Does your VW door handle rattle or not line up?  The plastic mount (that resides between the handle and the… Read more »

genscripter July 20, 2012

1993-1999 Volkswagon Cabriolet Golf Jetta Top Molding Clips

We sell top molding clips for the 90’s Volkswagon weatherstripping along the top of the door and roof.  The original… Read more »

genscripter July 20, 2012

Thermador Oven Knobs (Part 14-37-389) (Oven Model CT 22 TN8 – 3)

Most big companies nowadays are not providing replacement parts for cars, trucks, van, or even ovens.  If you own a… Read more »

genscripter November 3, 2011
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