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7.3 Powerstroke HPOP Line Disconnect Tool (99–03) | STC Quick Disconnect Removal Tool

If you’re working on HPOP lines on a 1999–2003 7.3 Powerstroke, this little tool is the difference between a 30-second job and potentially destroyed or leaking STC fittings (or ones that don't come ou

Step By Step How To: 2005-2007 Headlight Conversion For 1999-2004 Super Duty Fords

Recommended Parts: ‘05 Superduty OEM Headlights Riffraff Plug & Play 9007/9008/H13 Harness Adapter (4) ¼”-20 x ¾” Button Head Cap Screw (4) ¼”-20 U-nut clip (4) ¼” Fender Washers Recommended Tool

7.3 Powerstroke Fuel Bowl Rebuild - Full Step By Step How To

Fuel leaks on the 7.3 Powerstroke are one of those problems almost every owner will deal with sooner or later. While these trucks can seep fuel from a few different places, the fuel filter housing (fu

Up Pipes - How to choose the right set.

With so many options for up pipe replacements out there, it’s overdue to discuss what's what. We’ve seen them all; some are quality, some are not. We’ve seen all the issues, and we’ve designed our 7.3

Top 10 Turbo Mods for the 7.3 Powerstroke

“Turbo mods” on a 7.3 Powerstroke aren’t limited to the turbocharger itself. Many turbo-related symptoms—slow spool, inconsistent boost, smoke, or elevated EGT—are caused by issues in the supporting s

Blown Boots: Why It Happens; How To Prevent It; And How To Install New Boots Correctly

Installing intercooler boots—often called CAC (Charge Air Cooler) boots—is one of the most common troubleshooting requests we receive, especially from owners dealing with repeated boot blowoffs or per

Common Hard Start Issues: 7.3 Powerstroke

The 7.3L Powerstroke is one of the most reliable diesel engines ever built, but as these engines get older, many issues become more and more common. Hard starts being near the top of that list. But th

Common Fluid Leaks, 7.3 Edition: Symptoms, Causes, Prevention and How To Fix Them

7.3L Powerstroke owners have always been ridiculed for marking their territory (i.e., leaking oil, leaving spots wherever they park). We’re going to plead the Fifth on the validity of that statement,

Riffraff/Eaton 7.3 Powerstroke HPOP JIC Lines - What's the real difference?

The factory 1999–2003 7.3 Powerstroke HPOP lines use quick-connect fittings at the cylinder heads and high-pressure oil pump. They worked, but after more than 20 years of heat, vibration, oil exposure

Front ABS Greas-able Block Off Fitting: How To

The front wheel bearings on Dana 50 and 60 axles are not designed to be serviced or greased regularly. This lack of serviceability reduces their lifespan. We've found that adding grease at regular i

Full Step By Step How To: Riffraff Diesel 7.3 Plenum Reinforcing Inserts

Parts Required Riffraff Diesel Plenum Reinforcing Inserts: 1999.5-2003: https://www.riffraffdiesel.com/rdp-plenum-reinforcing-inserts-99-5-03/ 1994-1999: https://www.riffraffdiesel.com/rdp-plenum-rei

Better Fuel Supply For The 6.0 Powerstroke: Riffraff Diesel FRx System

The Fuel Rail Crossover (FRx) was designed to fix the “deadhead” fuel rail issue on the 2003–2007 6.0L Powerstroke. By connecting both heads and adding a metered return, it gives trapped air another w

How To: 7.3L Powerstroke HPOP Operation Testing

Oil pressure is everything for a 7.3L. One of the most common questions we get asked is related to how to test the High Pressure Oil Pump (HPOP) on a 7.3L Powerstroke. We say related to, because the h

Silicone CAC Boot Replacements for Ford Powerstroke Trucks

Factory Powerstroke intercooler/turbo boots take a beating from heat, oil vapor, boost pressure, clamp load, and just general use over the years. Eventually they swell, crack, soften, seep, or lose th

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7.3 Powerstroke Overboost Code Regulator: Full Step By Step How To

Full PDF Instructions can be downloaded here: https://www.riffraffdiesel.com/content/RESOURCES/OCR_Installation_Instructions.pdf Required Parts: OCR - Overboost Code Regulator™ 99-03 OCR - Overboost

Subscriber Q&A - Maximizing The Performance Of Your Stock Turbo

You asked, we answered. We’ll be answering a few subscriber asked questions about their trucks, every week. Check them out, some might apply to you as well! This week however, we got asked several tur

7.3 Injector O-Rings vs. Injector Cups: How to Tell Which One Failed

A 7.3L Powerstroke can make a simple leak look like a much bigger problem. Fuel in the coolant? Oil in the fuel bowl? White smoke? Hard start? Miss? Coolant puking? Random rough running after injector

7.3L Powerstroke Turbo Rebuild Kits, With an Upgrade

The Problem: Turbo failure, it's not if, but when you'll deal with it. There's multiple ways to go about fixing your turbocharger woes. Hands down the least expensive, rebuild it yourself. It's easier

Simplify Your Fuel System And Increase Flow At The Same Time: Max-Flow® 4-Line Fuel Feed Kit

Ready to get the most out of your 7.3? Our Max-Flow 4-Line Fuel Feed Kit removes the leak-prone fuel bowl and pressure regulator so you can get maximum fuel flow directly to your injectors. An indust