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#140 of 166 Re: 7.3 no start [fphilli1] by MrShift@Edmunds HOST

Mar 03, 2009 (10:50 am)

Replying to: fphilli1 (Mar 03, 2009 10:27 am)
Glow plug relay would be a good start and the CPS is troublesome on these, as you know.

#141 of 166 Re: 7.3 no start [Mr_Shiftright] by fphilli1

Mar 04, 2009 (2:27 pm)

Replying to: MrShift@Edmunds (Mar 03, 2009 10:50 am)
Thanks for the reply. It was a 20amp fuse. The fuse circuit was for the cigar lighter and data. The data communication fuse blown will cause a no start.

#142 of 166 Re: 7.3 no start [fphilli1] by MrShift@Edmunds HOST

Mar 04, 2009 (3:25 pm)

Replying to: fphilli1 (Mar 04, 2009 2:27 pm)
One wonders why a 20 amp fuse would blow, so this may not be the end of the story but I hope it is for you.
 

#143 of 166 Primer pump by szewski

May 17, 2009 (4:21 pm)

Where is the primer pump located on a 2003 chevy duramax diesel ??

#144 of 166 Re: Primer pump [szewski] by MrShift@Edmunds HOST

May 17, 2009 (8:10 pm)

Replying to: szewski (May 17, 2009 4:21 pm)
1. Looks like it's on top of the fuel filter
 
2. Open the vent valve (small screw) by turning the screw counterclockwise several full turns.
 
   3. Operate the priming pump (pump it up and down with your palm) "> until a small amount of fuel seeps from the vent valve. allow the pump to return upwards between pumps. When fuel is present, the filter is full of fuel and the system should be primed.
   4. Close the vent valve.
   5. Clean any fuel which accumulated on the fuel filter.
   6. Start the engine and allow it to idle for a few minutes.
   7. Check the filter for leaks.

#145 of 166 i dont understand by helpmeporfavor

Nov 04, 2009 (2:55 pm)

OK i have knowlage of diesel engines but i am stumped on this one i got a 2.0 diesel and where the injectors go into the engine the inlets on two cylnders melted and fell into the cylynders and ruined two of the pistons i cant understand this how could it happen any ideas please i am going crazy

#146 of 166 Re: i dont understand [helpmeporfavor] by MrShift@Edmunds HOST

Nov 04, 2009 (6:28 pm)

Replying to: helpmeporfavor (Nov 04, 2009 2:55 pm)
Sounds like detonation damage perhaps, or a massive overheat? Were the glow plugs damaged as well? Did the pistons chunk out (pieces broken off the piston tops).

#147 of 166 Researching to buy a new truck! by hi7echredneck

Dec 21, 2009 (12:10 am)

So I've always had old trucks and its finally going to be time for me to buy a new truck this summer (2010) I am currently a college student and I also work for a construction company in the summer and on holidays. When I'm out at school the majority of my driving is in town. About twice a month I make the trip back home about 150 miles and hauling stuff in my 1/4 ton truck over the pass is killing it! The contractor that I work for has a 2002 Chevy 2500HD (gas) and a debris trailer that when loaded up is usually around 10,000lbs. The truck there is beat to hell and I hate driving it. I currently have to switch trucks all the time which is very irritating. After school I intend on getting into the trades and I need a good truck. Being that I'm in school I really don't have a ton of $ for repairs so i need something reliable! I need your guys help deciding. I've read a lot of bad things about the 6.0L in the Fords. But I'm not opposed to a Ford. WHAT BRAND AND ENGINE SIZE WILL BE BEST? I don't want a crew cab or a long bed. Just simple extended cab and short bed. I've been stressing over the differences and I need some opinions from guys that have owned these trucks. THANK YOU ALL!!!

#148 of 166 Re: Researching to buy a new truck! [hi7echredneck] by fphilli1

Dec 21, 2009 (7:32 am)

Replying to: hi7echredneck (Dec 21, 2009 12:10 am)
I worked for Ford for over 30 years and have driven all the compitition over the years and my vote is for a Ford. the new 6.0 diesel did have problems when they first brought it out but those days are over. I drive a 7.3 Excursion with over 150k. Keep in mind with a Ford you get more truck and when loaded a better ride with a F-350 vs a 250. The front suspension is different. See if you can get a family and friends discount with someone you know at Ford. If you don't I would be glad to sponser you for an X Plan. Good luck..

#149 of 166 Re: Researching to buy a new truck! [hi7echredneck] by MrShift@Edmunds HOST

Dec 21, 2009 (9:50 am)

Replying to: hi7echredneck (Dec 21, 2009 12:10 am)
So are you going to do heavy hauling in your work or just a metal toolbox and a shop-vac and some buckets? Sometimes I think contractors get into "overkill" when they buy a diesel truck. Diesels are great for heavy work but they aren't necessarily "less" maintenance---they are more like "different" maintenance.

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