Towing demands an aftermarket transmission cooler, and will certainly require a rebuild or two, or three during the life of the vehicle. Well maintained, they will go for many miles, but they are unforgiving of poor maintenance or abuse. It's showing past full when the pickup is both running and off. Aftermarket conversion kits that allow the diesel to run on vegetable oil can also contribute greatly to fuel economy, but any diesel owner should do a great deal of research before attempting this sort of modification. Oil flow is more important than oil pressure. He's not super mechanically inclined and just needs some reassurance on exactly what he's looking for.
My husband has a 94 7. . The interior is nice, but not luxurious. A transmission temperature gauge is a beneficial addition. Drain back is just as important as exiting the pump.
Automatic transmission shifts fine, all gears work. Rust around both rear fender areas. Low pressure means more flow with a positive displacement pump. A Water in Filter light also clues the driver in to needed maintenance. Fuel level reading is not reliable or accurate.
Brake calipers are very easy to service since they are mounted on two glide pins, rather than being bolted in place like many systems. Other times, it just cranks for awhile before starting. Because the point of imbalance is with the snap ring ends of the universal joint, it can't be adjusted, although the clamped ends of the u-joint have enough movement to get it centered on their axis. Windshield wipers not operating properly. Plastic vacuum lines for heater controls deteriorated. Aftermarket shift kits or shift improvers can greatly improve the firmness of the shift and reduce wear.
I know this doesn't have to with this exact thread but it's the only thread I found with the exact model of our truck. One thing that Ford cannot seem to get right is the drive shaft. A brake caliper and flexible hose replacement took 20 minutes, including removal and reinstallation of the tire and bleeding air from the caliper. The bed has two small areas that appear to have had patches welded in. He's lead to believe it's the sending unit but can't seem to find a definite part number for it. Rear exhaust pipe hanger needs to be replaced.
Yes Review Date: 25th March, 2007 I own a 92 F-250 4x4 with a 5 speed and love it. Many of these items are things that are replaced much sooner on other trucks. Aside from the fuel gauge for the front tank as noted below, all lights, gauges and switches work as they should. In my opinion, diesel is the way to go, although it is more expensive to maintain than the gas engines. I just always used the front tank first and went by mileage, then shifted to rear tank.
Truck is in good shape, runs well and has been a reliable truck. He's lead to believe it's the sending unit but can't seem to find a definite part number for it. I have seen more than one Ford, both in cars and trucks, with poorly manufactured drive shafts. Sending unit for the front fuel tank needs to be replaced. It looks as if the truck may have had a fifth wheel hitch at one time, as there appears to be mounting points for it in the bed.
Replacement of the alternator took no more than 15 minutes, from hood opening to engine running. Brand new master cylinder has been installed, all routine maintenance has been kept up with as long as I've had it and seems to have been by the previous owner. Afterward, it cranks for awhile before starting. He thinks he might have found the one he needs but it is out of stock. If you put a aftermarket turbo on and early 7. Odometer reading is 121,000 miles and some change.
You will be very happy with these adjustments and mods. Many diesel engines are not compatible with this conversion, although the 7. Either way, it always starts. Truck runs fine otherwise and other than extended cranking needed at initial start up, truck always starts up immediately and runs great. The factory bench seat has good seat cushioning, but overall truck ride is stiff and bouncy. Crankcase Capacity With Filter 9. While this may make for more comfortable driving, it is hideous for the transmission as it causes a great deal of heat and friction.