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: IDI
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »