Riffraff Diesel Technical Knowledge Center
The 7.3 Cooling System: Differences between OEM and mass-produced aftermarket water pumps, hoses and fan clutches
Posted by Adam Blattenberg on Jul 10th 2025
Summer and the towing season are in full swing. With the temps getting ready to go even higher across the nation, we figured it’s a perfect time to talk about some cooling system components: wat
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Consistent Oil Supply: Why the HPX makes a big difference in 7.3 operation and longevity
Posted by Adam Blattenberg on Jun 18th 2025
The 7.3L Powerstroke engine uses a HEUI (Hydraulically Actuated Electronically Controlled Unit Injector) fuel injection system. This means that the fuel injectors are actually fired by highly pressuri
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Cooler EGTs, More Power: A Guide to Intercooling the 1994-1997 Powerstroke
Posted by Adam Blattenberg on Jun 11th 2025
In the early days of light-duty diesel pickups, intercooling wasn’t a thing yet. GM’s 6.5L, the 7.3L found in OBS trucks, and even early 5.9L Cummins were all turbocharged, but none came w
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Beat the Heat: A Guide to Upgrading Your 7.3L Powerstroke's Transmission Cooler
Posted by Adam Blattenberg on Jun 5th 2025
Summer is upon us, bringing high ambient temperatures and the recreational towing season. Both can push your 7.3L Powerstroke’s 4R100 transmission to its thermal limits. Heat is the number one e
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Stop The Drip!!! – 7.3L Dipstick Adapter Repair Kits
Posted by Adam Blattenberg on Apr 2nd 2025
One of the most common repairs made to the venerable 7.3L Powerstroke, is the dipstick tube adapter. Simply put, it leaks. The adapter form Ford/International is a three-piece part consisting of the d
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