The problem with a stock harmonic damper is they are tuned to a specific frequency set by the OE in a stock application. once you start changing parts and modifying your engine from stock, it is no longer doing its job at protecting your engine. Our (Fluidampr) 7.3 damper is the highest selling Ford damper we make. If you have any questions feel free to email me Nick@fluidampr.com
My buddy turned me on to your channel. Love the content! I’ve been binge watching the last few days 👍🏽. Best of all, I like to watch you and your dad work together. Nothing stronger then that father and son bond!!!
Looks amazing. Like seeing someone getting serious about something other than a 12v Cummins. Looks like you will have a fine powerplant with how much attention you're giving it. OBS Ford all the way
Not sure what's wrong with my 7.3 powerstroke. It only has 130k miles, no blowby, but it has issues starting in the cold. Like even if I let it sit for a day it just about won't start at all. I'd have to crank it for like 10 minutes to start. When it starts it also idles rough and black smokes. It clears after a few seconds. Not gonna build it I'm keeping it stock. Just has a tuner, intake, and exhaust. Super slow but I don't mind.
If u have a block heater keep that 7.3 plugged in all the time in the cold weather. there very cold natured engines when stock or lightly modded or if u dont have a block heater just let the glow plugs heat up for a good 10 to 15 seconds and remember the 7.3 is old school tech so it's gonna run a little rough in the cold till it warms after those few seconds
@@nitromatt37gaming52 The glow plugs stay on for two minutes regardless of the key being cycled on and off. The wait to start light is on a different circuit from the plugs and doesn't mean they're off when it is.
Wicked man! Good to see the engine back in the garage! You're making me want to build an 7.3 obs instead of a 12 valve as my next build. That's not good for my wallet haha.
I loved my 2000 f150. The later Z window sills are not comfortable to put your arm on. I would love to get an f550 4X4 crew cab duly to tow a 24K lbs trailer with the 7.3 diesel.
19 thou. Way too close,and a std balancer,that is literally the first thing that you should get rid of. Who bad mouths ATI or Fluidamper,they are phenomenal products
Hey Brandon. Been following from the beginning to the rebuild. Following pretty much in the same footsteps. Question...when you put the head gaskets on, did you use oem or black diamond? Been doing research. Just wondering what you did. Also arp2000 or arp925? I couldn't find the 925 for my 02.
@@The73Garage Thank you Brandon. Great job on the videos. Great job on the commentary. You've been very informative and thorough. I've been using your videos as a main go-to. I even got the heavier duty high volume oil pump. I want to use the 369 and 300/200 injectors, I just don't want to have to do the fuel mod. I think I'm going to go with the 250/100 and the 366. Not really doing competition, but if it doesn't tow like I'm hoping, I know which upgrades to make. Thanks again. Stay cool, be safe. 👍
What were the mixed reviews you heard about the various fluid dampers? I’m really curious. Just generally what were the pros and cons you were hearing vs the OEM balancer? Also have you seen the high pressure oil rail plugs that full force sells? They definitely make a difference in being able to build full pressure and maintain it
I"ve been told by a few people in the biz that they don"t start actually balancing until 3,000rpm which would be useless for us 7.3 guys. Just did"t want to roll the dice with it! I did see those and heard great things. I"ll see how she does as is and I may add them on down the road.
David Oliver not too bad! Just need to take your time. Hole saw or a sawzall will be a solid choice to cut holes in the core support for the pipes. That core support metal is HARD. Just take your time and it’ll work out.👍🏻
@@The73Garage thanks, that's kind of what I was thinking also. I bought one of those little Harbor Freight body saws but I'm wondering whether or not the blades will last any length of time--I noticed how robust that metal is also. I bought a 369 setup from Irate just like you've got. I'm just up the road in Bradenton & hope to see you run it down the track
@@acemobile9806 Get a nice holesaw from home depot (Milwaukee or Diablo) and use lots of Wd-40 while cutting and it should cut fine without thrashing the saw
The 7.3 Garage thanks a lot I am about to start working on a none intercooled engine and getting it ready to install in a 2000 f450 the body has 130k but the engine wash started multiple times with starter fluid. 👌👍👊😎✌️
Boost doesn’t really work like that, think of it more as a fluid that under pressure fills gaps and follow paths of least resistance ie. the valves opening
What yr your motor? Ive got a 88/89 IDI, I'd like to Mod. 800lb tq @ tire, be nice for my engine? Maybe? Merry Christmas brother. Congratulations on the engine. Great job
@@eliasbundren2046 your right that might be stretghing it. Actually I'd be happy with 600lb tq at tire. Just wanting better work truck. Not race truck. Without dropping 20k-80k on newer/new truck. Only has 110k miles on 7.3 IDI. Thanks
Joe Chrisman money wise your best bet is to find an early 2000s or 1994.5 and up 7.3. reliable as fuck mine has 360k on it and very little blowby and runs great. idi’s are infamous for premature head gasket failure. powerstroke you can achieve that number quite easily with some custom tunes and injectors and possibly a turbo and still probably be under the budget it’d take to build an idi for performance like that. reliability and power wise i’d personally take a powerstroke. easier to find parts and performance parts for, and more options since they are still relevant in the diesel performance category.
Merlon Fox 12v is just easier Having owned a 12v , 24v and a 7.3 I can say they are all solid motors , 7.3s can be respectable, definitely a very solid motor , just gets pricey getting power out of them But what diesel isn’t pricey to do that
@@merlonfox8769 Seems like a lot of people do, they've been outselling Dodge ever since the 7.3 came out. What is that, 26 years now? 34 if you count the IDI.
The problem with a stock harmonic damper is they are tuned to a specific frequency set by the OE in a stock application. once you start changing parts and modifying your engine from stock, it is no longer doing its job at protecting your engine. Our (Fluidampr) 7.3 damper is the highest selling Ford damper we make. If you have any questions feel free to email me Nick@fluidampr.com
Nick at Fluidampr thank you for the information! I appreciate it👍🏻
It would look sick if you powder coated turbo and intercooler pipes and stuff like a cool blue or cool color
My buddy turned me on to your channel. Love the content! I’ve been binge watching the last few days 👍🏽. Best of all, I like to watch you and your dad work together. Nothing stronger then that father and son bond!!!
Thanks Adam! I appreciate the support. Working with your old man is timeless in my opinion!
Amazing vid!!!! Can’t wait to see ol blue back on the road!! 👍👍
Looks amazing. Like seeing someone getting serious about something other than a 12v Cummins. Looks like you will have a fine powerplant with how much attention you're giving it. OBS Ford all the way
Appreciate the love! Well put!
Only channel i have the notifications on lol cant wait till mine breaks so i can build it. Good shit right here.
I'll have more coming! I appreciate the support.
How much would it be to rebuild my 1994 f350 Diesel engine?
.019 is too close for valve to piston clearance. I'm sure you just misunderstood your engine builder
Thomas DeBord was thinking the same thing
Not sure what's wrong with my 7.3 powerstroke. It only has 130k miles, no blowby, but it has issues starting in the cold. Like even if I let it sit for a day it just about won't start at all. I'd have to crank it for like 10 minutes to start. When it starts it also idles rough and black smokes. It clears after a few seconds. Not gonna build it I'm keeping it stock. Just has a tuner, intake, and exhaust. Super slow but I don't mind.
If u have a block heater keep that 7.3 plugged in all the time in the cold weather. there very cold natured
engines when stock or lightly modded or if u dont have a block heater just let the glow plugs heat up for a good 10 to 15 seconds and remember the 7.3 is old school tech so it's gonna run a little rough in the cold till it warms after those few seconds
The Puppet Of Everything they will struggle in the cold , plug it in
Also cycle glow plugs a few times
@@nitromatt37gaming52
The glow plugs stay on for two minutes regardless of the key being cycled on and off. The wait to start light is on a different circuit from the plugs and doesn't mean they're off when it is.
Love this channel, a lot of knowledge to be had.
Awesome work guys!
Nice oil pan gasket the moroso ones are nice to install beats using the grey goo lol
Wicked man! Good to see the engine back in the garage! You're making me want to build an 7.3 obs instead of a 12 valve as my next build. That's not good for my wallet haha.
DO IT!! lol
Glad to see the vid man can’t wait for the next one
Looking really good bud! Your truck is one of my favorite colors Ford offered
Great job Brandon!
I loved my 2000 f150. The later Z window sills are not comfortable to put your arm on. I would love to get an f550 4X4 crew cab duly to tow a 24K lbs trailer with the 7.3 diesel.
Love this channel ❤️❤️ 7.3
Your channel makes me wanna get another obs
I love that color man !
I'm gay
When are you going to build a 6.7 Ford diesel?
19 thou. Way too close,and a std balancer,that is literally the first thing that you should get rid of. Who bad mouths ATI or Fluidamper,they are phenomenal products
Didn’t see a front axle shaft at knuckle
why 910s? everyone is using beehives if they are serious. how much pressure did you get on the seat?
mikeyjock I’ve always run them. 100lbs of seat pressure and 260lbs open is what the machine shop told me!
I am at 155# seat
Why would you paint the motor black? If you have any oil leak it will make it next to impossible to find on black paint.
I would have color matched it somewhat just for shits and giggles
Why didnt you do the weld on dipstick adapter? I know you probably put new oring but youd never have a problem with the weld in style
I've had good luck with the pan o-ring and always add a little RTV silicone on there to ensure no leaks! It's always an option for the future!
Mines at 1.4 million km!..just getting into an overhaul and body swap..what do you guys recommend for a locker?..its a 95 f350 4x4
You should do a build break down when it’s all finished up.
I will for sure!
Hey Brandon. Been following from the beginning to the rebuild. Following pretty much in the same footsteps. Question...when you put the head gaskets on, did you use oem or black diamond? Been doing research. Just wondering what you did. Also arp2000 or arp925? I couldn't find the 925 for my 02.
I used Mahle gaskets this time. I used the ARP 250-4201 stud kit.
@@The73Garage Thank you Brandon. Great job on the videos. Great job on the commentary. You've been very informative and thorough. I've been using your videos as a main go-to. I even got the heavier duty high volume oil pump. I want to use the 369 and 300/200 injectors, I just don't want to have to do the fuel mod. I think I'm going to go with the 250/100 and the 366. Not really doing competition, but if it doesn't tow like I'm hoping, I know which upgrades to make. Thanks again. Stay cool, be safe. 👍
Hey what’s that color? My truck is Sonic Blue but I’m going to repaint soon. Debating on a new color or 2 tone in new colors
Color is “Royal blue metallic” paint code is LE!
I don’t have a garage or your knowledge to replace my 7.3 engine can you recommend a company for a drop in unit? Love your channel bro🤙
What were the mixed reviews you heard about the various fluid dampers? I’m really curious. Just generally what were the pros and cons you were hearing vs the OEM balancer? Also have you seen the high pressure oil rail plugs that full force sells? They definitely make a difference in being able to build full pressure and maintain it
I"ve been told by a few people in the biz that they don"t start actually balancing until 3,000rpm which would be useless for us 7.3 guys. Just did"t want to roll the dice with it! I did see those and heard great things. I"ll see how she does as is and I may add them on down the road.
I have a fluidamper on mine can’t say if it’s bad or good yet I got KC turbos 500 horse package I’m trying to finish up 1 day left till it’s done
The 7.3 Garage Awesome, that actually makes a lot of sense to me. Good to know!
Anybody know the name of the intro song? Or any info on it? Thx
Thanks
Hey i love the paint job was looking to paint mine that sort of colour do you what the colour code for that paint ?
Did you go billet rods, or is it still forged?
I did Billet Manley connecting rods
That was a lot of sealant
I noticed you dont have P-traps on your split systems
What are you running for rods?
matt Rush Manley connecting rods
Still a 7.3 at the end of the day 😂😂😂
Lol your buddys built a good truck your one of them guys that got a truck and dont noe whats in it cuz your boys built it
I don’t like to get my finger nails dirty.
Where are the axles on the dualy the driver side one is missing
Looking good. Gonna start tearing into mine next month. Any tips on OBS intercooler install? that's the part I'm dreading most.
David Oliver not too bad! Just need to take your time. Hole saw or a sawzall will be a solid choice to cut holes in the core support for the pipes. That core support metal is HARD. Just take your time and it’ll work out.👍🏻
@@The73Garage thanks, that's kind of what I was thinking also. I bought one of those little Harbor Freight body saws but I'm wondering whether or not the blades will last any length of time--I noticed how robust that metal is also. I bought a 369 setup from Irate just like you've got. I'm just up the road in Bradenton & hope to see you run it down the track
@@acemobile9806 Get a nice holesaw from home depot (Milwaukee or Diablo) and use lots of Wd-40 while cutting and it should cut fine without thrashing the saw
@@cencoast_7.340 thanks for the advice, I'll do exactly that. Stupid me, didn't even think about the hole saw route 😣 it's so obvious!
Did you say Hialeah? I’m from south Florida and Hialeah is .........well you know.
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Great video, a question I have is where did you get the engine stand?
Engine stand is from Harbor Freight!
The 7.3 Garage thanks a lot I am about to start working on a none intercooled engine and getting it ready to install in a 2000 f450 the body has 130k but the engine wash started multiple times with starter fluid. 👌👍👊😎✌️
Hey Brandon, not sure if you remember me but long time no see lmao. Love your truck btw
Will Tobener Of course dude! Thank you. Hope all is well with you and your brothers.
Do those plenums not starve the far cylinders of air?
Boost doesn’t really work like that, think of it more as a fluid that under pressure fills gaps and follow paths of least resistance ie. the valves opening
i have a stock 6.0 am i aloud here?
Pat Vail of course!
I have a built 7.3L with nowhere near that power.
I have a 2000 Ford F-350 dually crew cab long bed and I wanna make it a sleeper, I want to build the engine all the way through just like this
What kind of oil pump is your crank pump.
Melling
dude if someone tied your hands down i don't believe you could talk.
Can you list the parts and laz info please
I can't believe you painted it BLACK... Worst color for engines , turns a already dark engine compartment into a black hole!
aaalllll this damn money spent and you kept the stock dipstick tube adapter,what the helllll?
So The cam is a drop
Bolt on yes the 1300 valve springs
What yr your motor? Ive got a 88/89 IDI, I'd like to Mod. 800lb tq @ tire, be nice for my engine? Maybe? Merry Christmas brother. Congratulations on the engine. Great job
Good luck gettin that much out of an idi . Talk to R&D idi performance they might be able to hook you up with somethin of that nature
@@eliasbundren2046 your right that might be stretghing it. Actually I'd be happy with 600lb tq at tire. Just wanting better work truck. Not race truck. Without dropping 20k-80k on newer/new truck. Only has 110k miles on 7.3 IDI. Thanks
Joe Chrisman money wise your best bet is to find an early 2000s or 1994.5 and up 7.3. reliable as fuck mine has 360k on it and very little blowby and runs great. idi’s are infamous for premature head gasket failure. powerstroke you can achieve that number quite easily with some custom tunes and injectors and possibly a turbo and still probably be under the budget it’d take to build an idi for performance like that. reliability and power wise i’d personally take a powerstroke. easier to find parts and performance parts for, and more options since they are still relevant in the diesel performance category.
What year model is your motor
I think its a 97 or a 00 block
What’s the intro song????
What color is your truck?
Todd Stegner I think it’s called midnight blue metallic
Todd Stegner Royal Blue Metallic. Code is LE.
The 7.3 Garage my 97 was the midnight blue couldn’t tell from video but was close. Mine was single cab. 4x4 7.3
You should have put irate diesels’s 7.3 obs headers on
Sometimes a budget doesn't allow for that
Painting my engine red I want to know if it ever leaks
but ewww red tho
Could you please talk less with your hands! Thanks
A LOT OF YAPPING.
Ok
Then move along
You won’t ever hear anybody powerstroke swap
Merlon Fox 12v is just easier
Having owned a 12v , 24v and a 7.3 I can say they are all solid motors , 7.3s can be respectable, definitely a very solid motor , just gets pricey getting power out of them But what diesel isn’t pricey to do that
The 12v has more support for swaps, and they only require 1 wire to run if i remember correctly
Also nobody wants a powerstroke
@@merlonfox8769
Seems like a lot of people do, they've been outselling Dodge ever since the 7.3 came out. What is that, 26 years now? 34 if you count the IDI.