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  1. Kaajot

    Broken 4x4 Symptoms

    Almost ready to do the drums and exhaust. Gonna be my first weld job (doing flux weld). It's just for exhaust hangars. Rebuilding cat back to twin tail pipes per oem, walker stuff.The 4x4 is definitely broke, so I bought a 4x4 switch. Anyone know where that goes? I took a look at the...
  2. Kaajot

    Broken 4x4 Symptoms

    Hey Sparky-Yeah, now I know about the 4H to 4L. I was trying it in neutral and then couldn't get it to go into gear (at a stop) so I put it in reverse, not moving, and then tried to go to 4L and heard some gears grinding so I stopped that immediately and again just tried to catch a gear in...
  3. Kaajot

    Broken 4x4 Symptoms

    Hey folks-I am new to 4x4. I may have broken mine on the F-350 and want to get some feedback. Have to pull codes so I'll get info too and add that later.I did not know about locking hubs, so I have driven 4x4 about 20 miles without locking hubs.Beyond that, I had problems getting into...
  4. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    Ok!I'll pull codes again tomorrow when I'm replacing my upper radiator on the f150. Got my code reader in it and the f350 n it will be colocated then, so I can pull some codes.Pretty sure it had some 1-2 EGR codes along with a cylinder 8 code. I'm 90% certain (can heat gun it) that the cat...
  5. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    Ordering a new Bezel for the Instrument Cluster and probably putting my old fuel selector switch in -- the one the shop warrantied still is a little finnicky -- maybe just a bad supplier/manufacturer.So it has that Check Engine Light still, which last time I ran diagnostics said Cylinder 8 was...
  6. Kaajot

    Tailgate Blues

    I've repaired and modified and rebuilt my F-150's a few times, pretty familiar on that. That's good to know that they should fit, yeah regular box. And it's getting stuck on the F-150 too so it's about time to lube up all those latches you mentioned. Same with the doors latch and pins. Guess...
  7. Kaajot

    Tailgate Blues

    Got the F-350 Trusty Rusty in my possession, running better. Cannot keep running the F-150. I'm getting 1.5 miles for every $1 of gas in it. The F-350 gets 3x better mileage.So, I'm looking for a tailgate. The F-350 doesn't have one. It does have strong-enough mounting points! I need to...
  8. Kaajot

    Got my first pickup back!

    That is something cool!!!
  9. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    When I was younger I remember installing a car stereo in my 85 Chevy Celebrity with the battery connected, fuse installed to radio, etc. I blew fuses and made the radio work but sound like crap since I damaged it probably during install with power on.In order to get the radio back I would...
  10. Kaajot

    1972 F100 Shortbed Bumpside Project

    That sure is a nice looking old truck. I like the name where it came from too. I'm into words though.
  11. Kaajot

    1983 F-700 Voltage Regulator Questions

    This story was a lot crazier but I was exhausted. It definitely was a bit of an "Adventures with Bill" moment from The Red Green Show.Highlight though:Kieth was my friend showing up in his rebuilt Chevy plow truck.The funny thing was he came to rescue/help my F-700 and pulled up behind...
  12. Kaajot

    1983 F-700 Voltage Regulator Questions

    Hi all-I just spent a great 11 hours broken down in the F-700 but avoided tow. Was going to my friend's place to install new 90a Alternator on the truck and pulled into Fast Trac to get gas. Well, it didn't start up after I filled up the tank. Niiiiice.Friend came to me, we pulled the...
  13. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    Found Dome lights for 1997 F-350 is 561, so got some Amazon 561 LEDs on the way.Also replacing the instrument switch -- it's broken. Standard Motor $13 part on Amazon currently.
  14. Kaajot

    1983 F-700 Nearly DOT Ready

    So, i-81 upstate NY had a major accident at the same time I grabbed my F-700 and was headed to the gas station from Van Tassel's last night after they were looking her over for a brake issue suspect (nothing conclusive, gonna drive it and see what happens).It hasn't been driven much in the...
  15. Kaajot

    The Case of the 12 Year Fuel Filter

    Nice. Thank-you!I ordered some from Amazon (not these OEM though). When they show up if they don't look like they're gonna cut it, I'll send'm back and order these Ford ones off ebay.So far my swedge tension on the filter holder is keeping it taught when I repositioned it; but yeah, if...
  16. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    I went way overboard on this.Glad I didn't go Inertia Safety Switch first.Popped out the instrument cluster bezel and swapped an old Fuel Select Switch for the "new" one. Truck started right up on the fuel tank that can be filled.LED'd the instrument cluster (left in place, tilted and...
  17. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    Yeah, I figured one of my multimeters will have that (I have solar-installation grade electronic equipment, but am not ever doing diagnostics on diodes in general). I'll figure that part out, something about a resistance check on current should determine whether it's good or not.As for rear...
  18. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    My one test light on me was corroded on the inside, so couldn't do much. Did pull the PCM Power Relay Diode (nomenclature, found) F2TF-14A604-AA part #. Apparently hard to find if it goes bad.Unsure how to test it yet, as power should only go one way. I guess I could reverse-connect it...
  19. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    Another Question: Could I have sprayed something on the frame rail with PB Blaster that shorted part of the fuel pump wires, etc?I was underneath PB and Penetrating Oil on multiple bolts that I plan on knocking out now or later (removing towing hitch framework, old straps for old...
  20. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    Looks like all system components between my 91 f250, 92 f150, and 97 f350 are interchangeable, so I have relays, fuel selector switches, etc to swap and try. Unsure about the PCM/ECM Relay/Fuse. Going to look at in the 3 vehicles and see if a part number matches between them as well...
  21. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 No Start Condition, Code 542 (Fuel Pump/ECM Related)

    That didn't take long. I am lucky if I have 10 miles on this thing since purchase in August. That's a whole different story on why I wasn't driving it and will be settled in a court, but that's not the problem.So the rear tank doesn't fill because it likely has the midship filler neck...
  22. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 Longbed 7.5L

    Ok, last thing. The front gas tank (new tank and filler tube installed) takes gas. The Rear aft of the rear axle (not mid-ship tank!) will not take gas and shoots it back out at the new filler tube. It looks pinched, but the tank looks a little high too. In addition, I took a good look at...
  23. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 Longbed 7.5L

    Have some leaks from oil pan, back.Think it's the oil dip stick mounting point and the drain pan needing a new gasket on its drain plug. Adding pictures for that and wondering if the transfer/tranny look like they're leaking too, or is this most likely just oil sliding back?Re-attaching the...
  24. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 Longbed 7.5L

    Ok, next update question/scenario:The Cat Converter is rough and muffler/tail pipes are non-existent. Needs a new muffler/tail pipe and hangars at the minimum? There is ONE ok-looking hangar, but this muffler should be a dual-exhaust at least OEM?Looking for advice. I read something about...
  25. Kaajot

    1997 F-350 Longbed 7.5L

    Ok, so here are some pictures of the F-350 with a leaky dip stick tube. I took a look at what I was sold on Amazon and it is shorter and looks questionable. Truck's cab is clean, the frame is pretty good despite lots of rust from the bed and some structure supports to the bed.I'll link...
  26. Kaajot

    Dentside '78 F100 Eluminator Restomod - with E-Crate Motor

    I'm very interested in the e-crate on my 92 f-150. It's about a 50% increase in power and if gas goes to $5, well, I build solar power charging units so my gas locally will be cheap.They sold out of the e-crates allegedly already. That's crazy since I don't believe the "out of the box"...
  27. Kaajot

    The Case of the 12 Year Fuel Filter

    Thanks Dusty! Wish I'd snipped it once I made some space (less stress on the fuel line to extract the remainder I reckon, eh?). Hopefully a new clip inserted will grab and hold. It's currently just held in place by pressure and working, but definitely would like to put a clip in.Yeah, I...
  28. Kaajot

    Grandpa's old 75 highboy! Now mine!

    Seconded on that. Bronco is located in Michigan too IIRC, which is where I'm from. They're near my home town area -- support them, they have good stuff!Have bought from LMC, they're ok. Heard of Dennis Carpenter, unsure if I've ordered from him but wouldn't hesitate since Fellro said...
  29. Kaajot

    The Case of the 12 Year Fuel Filter

    That's sad.If I've destroyed the internal fuel line due to all my prying, what's the best fix? Snip and add some kind of after-market clamp? Rubber fuel line inserted into metal fuel line hose and then compressed via a clamp on fuel filter and fuel line ends?
  30. Kaajot

    The Case of the 12 Year Fuel Filter

    Called NAPA last week, they have one type (link) I haven't seen it in 3D, but I'm guessing this is a plastic clip that goes past the fat end of the fuel line and then pulls against the nipple on the fuel filter nozzle, preventing it from pulling away and consistently sucking the fuel without...
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