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 »
Tag: 7.3
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 »
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 »
6.9 / 7.3 IDI Van Lift-Pump and Stock Filter Delete. | Upgraded E-Pump, Sensors, and Frame Rail Dual Filter.
Over several years, I have upgraded my fuel system substantially from the stock Ford van system. There were so many… Read more »
Does Lift-Pump Fuel Pressure Affect Timing on a 6.9 / 7.3 IDI? It does.
If I’m going to be completely honest, I’ve always been skeptical of the assertion that lift-pump fuel pressure impacts the… Read more »
Wicked Wheel 2 Installation on a Hypermax IDI Van Turbo Kit [VIDEO]
Ever since I upgraded to R&D’s 90cc IP, R&D Injectors, and R&D Stage 1 dual filter setup on the rail,… Read more »
Time Lapse Video and Audio Commentary of 6.9 to 7.3 IDI Engine Swap in a Van
It’s finally done. Several days of preparation, wrenching, farting, and excessive junk food, we finished the 6.9-to-7.3 IDI engine swap… Read more »
7.3 IDI Engine Rebuild Process
What started with a cracked block and friend on FTE selling me a spare ’94 U-haul van 7.3 block, ended… Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »