Timothy Maikshilo Posted January 2, 2014 Author Share Posted January 2, 2014 Looks Good!Just remind your wife that both of you can drive around in your "toolbox". If you spent $4,000 on a Snap On box, you can't drive around. Looks to me like you found a bargain!Jim I told her the same thing about the "tool" box! Hell I told her she could go get groceries with it and stop and fill the fuel barrel on the way home. Save time and money! She rolled her eyes knowing she can't win! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-224500 Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenlunberg Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Working on the 2001, got the stickers off and cleaned it up still need to take the rims off and polish them100_2389.JPG100_2390.JPGGot the white 1993 in the garage now going over it.Nice ford. I like the back of it. It looks unique for me. 1 Quote Heavy Hauling Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-224751 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Picked up a mechanic truck todaycrane,air compressor and welder 1997 F super duty. Pulled up and over sheffield hieghts in overdrive. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-225613 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Looks like a good one!Parts of 91 do resemble a roller coaster. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-225615 Share on other sites More sharing options...
E9V8 Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Hate to intrude, but this is a GREAT topic! It was 12 years since I had my first & last Ford diesel pick up and I always regretted selling it.It was a '93 250 XLT with a 7.3 IDI / 5 speed / 3.54 rears(scan of a real picture - not the best)I got the urge to find another one last summer and stumbled across a '91 that was freshly imported to PA from southern California. It's in great condition body-wise, but it's a little tired. It's a 250 Lariat with a 7.3 IDI / 5 speed / 4.10 rearsA few weeks ago I bought a '90 350 "farm truck" with a 7.3 / 5 speed / 3.55 rears that will - at the very least - be a donor for a solid front axle conversion on the white truck. 1 Quote TerryJulian, PA Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-225618 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Looks like a good one!Parts of 91 do resemble a roller coaster.Up Up and Away!Hate to intrude, but this is a GREAT topic! It was 12 years since I had my first & last Ford diesel pick up and I always regretted selling it.It was a '93 250 XLT with a 7.3 IDI / 5 speed / 3.54 rears(scan of a real picture - not the best)I got the urge to find another one last summer and stumbled across a '91 that was freshly imported to PA from southern California. It's in great condition body-wise, but it's a little tired. It's a 250 Lariat with a 7.3 IDI / 5 speed / 4.10 rearsA few weeks ago I bought a '90 350 "farm truck" with a 7.3 / 5 speed / 3.55 rears that will - at the very least - be a donor for a solid front axle conversion on the white truck.Very nice Terry great to see some more Ford diesels saved! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-225633 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rondog Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 My daily driver. 1997 Power Stroke. 163K. Banks stuff installed. 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-226603 Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Ike Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Had a 1999 350 dually. Pulled a fifth wheel tri axle double race car trailer with it. Chip, up and down pipes for the turbo, turbo back exhaust and a huge finned aluminum oil and tranny pan and diff cover. Got great mileage and never missed a beat. Even on RT 17 going from NYC to Watkins Glen or in the mountains north of Montreal. Trailer was all steel. Guessed that total weight was at or slightly above max GVWR. Great truck. When the trailer went so did it. Miss that ole girl Quote Ed Smith1957 B85F 1242 "The General Ike" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-226617 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 just had to take my trust not so trusty work truck 2007 6.0 xlt lariat junk back to the dealer again. taillights went out, on its 5th headlight switch, second Fica module, second computer, all new injectors, glow plug harness, the usual only 135,000 on it, needless to say im drivin the back up, 1999 F350 SD xlt with 324,000 miles on the 7.3 and going strong, pathetic what Ford did getting rid of the 7.3. the 7.3 with 324,000 on it is on its third box from the sander being in it, second set of cab corners, has had a new glow plug harness and oil cooler, power steering cooler and transmission cooler and lines. all that just cause of the salt in Ny. as for the engine, it will probably go another 300,000 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-226628 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted January 14, 2014 Author Share Posted January 14, 2014 My daily driver. 1997 Power Stroke. 163K. Banks stuff installed.Very nice 97! They don't stay like that in VT!Had a 1999 350 dually. Pulled a fifth wheel tri axle double race car trailer with it. Chip, up and down pipes for the turbo, turbo back exhaust and a huge finned aluminum oil and tranny pan and diff cover. Got great mileage and never missed a beat. Even on RT 17 going from NYC to Watkins Glen or in the mountains north of Montreal. Trailer was all steel. Guessed that total weight was at or slightly above max GVWR. Great truck. When the trailer went so did it. Miss that ole girlSounds like it was a great truck and memories!just had to take my trust not so trusty work truck 2007 6.0 xlt lariat junk back to the dealer again. taillights went out, on its 5th headlight switch, second Fica module, second computer, all new injectors, glow plug harness, the usual only 135,000 on it, needless to say im drivin the back up, 1999 F350 SD xlt with 324,000 miles on the 7.3 and going strong, pathetic what Ford did getting rid of the 7.3. the 7.3 with 324,000 on it is on its third box from the sander being in it, second set of cab corners, has had a new glow plug harness and oil cooler, power steering cooler and transmission cooler and lines. all that just cause of the salt in Ny. as for the engine, it will probably go another 300,000My work 6.0 has been in and out of the shop usually when I need it most, it's my damn office and then try to work out of the "spare" is a nightmare! I know what your saying for sure. We have a few 7.3 with close to 300,000 miles. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-226696 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted January 17, 2014 Author Share Posted January 17, 2014 A couple more pics of the 97 mech. truck. Nice to have a air compressor close byThe welder is a bit old but well see how well it works when Max gets homeThe dogs enjoy it too 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227136 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TozziWelding Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 I saw that superduty on CL I was tempted to take the ride, glad some one got it. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227543 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TozziWelding Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 I am looking at a 95 350 4x4 on monday, I need another real diesel . Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227544 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted January 19, 2014 Author Share Posted January 19, 2014 I saw that superduty on CL I was tempted to take the ride, glad some one got it.I'm happy I got it and it will make someone a great truck. Hope you find a good one. Here are a couple more of the F250 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227568 Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomastractorsvc Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 need to get some POR or under coat paint on that frame before the winter takes it toll Quote Robert"I reject your reality and substitute my own." Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227573 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted January 19, 2014 Author Share Posted January 19, 2014 need to get some POR or under coat paint on that frame before the winter takes it tollGot it in the shed now and that's the plan. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227617 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastcoastdiesel Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 My 1999 f550 he's a beast! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227741 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted January 20, 2014 Author Share Posted January 20, 2014 My 1999 f550 he's a beast!That is my dream truck! Very nice! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227758 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastcoastdiesel Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 Only got her for 4500 too! Slow ole thing though Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227785 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 I know what your sayin Tim. my 2007 is pretty much an office on wheels, its a bitch going from an extended cab to a reg cab long bow with all your junk 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227786 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 My 1999 f550 he's a beast!What is attached on the rear? Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227788 Share on other sites More sharing options...
FayettesFinest Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 I've got three Ford diesels and enough parts to make another and still have a spare motor, lol. My DD is a 96 F250 4x4, 5spd, 4.10s with well over 400k. It's got a 3 inch DP into 4 inch straight pipe, Edge tuner, shimmed FPR, did the 10k mod for a while, but the tired old truck couldn't take it. It needs a set of injectors in the worst way, but it still goes.My project truck is another 96, 7.3, 4x4, 5spd, with 169k. Body is kinda whooped on. Old pipeline welding truck, but it runs better than my DD.Then the old man drives a 92 IDI, auto, 4x4.They're all great trucks. I love the Ford diesel trucks 83-97. I just wish my Powerstrokes were as easy to work on as the N/A 7.3s. I could do IDI injectors without finishing a case of beer. It's probably gonna take me a while to do them in my 96, but I think I'm just going to redo the top end and main bearings while it's apart. I'll get some pictures of my fleet up soon. 1 Quote Being in the process of getting your CDL's is like sitting on death row... Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227815 Share on other sites More sharing options...
FayettesFinest Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 http://www.olderfseries.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=7324&p=78485#p78485There's a write-up of my truck. I figured I'd post it, it's got everything done to it (granted it ain't much) listed, for anyone who'd be interested. I'll post the pictures directly to the site a litte later. Quote Being in the process of getting your CDL's is like sitting on death row... Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227828 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastcoastdiesel Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 That's my car trailer when I go to the track with my barracuda drag car 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227853 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 That's my car trailer when I go to the track with my barracuda drag car kewl! Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33985-ford-diesels/page/2/#findComment-227854 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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