Full PDF Instructions can be downloaded here: https://www.riffraffdiesel.com/content/RESOURCES/Riffraff%20Diesel%207.3L%20Glow%20Plug%20Replacement.pdf Product Link: Glow Plugs: https://www.riffraffdi

The 7.3L and 6.0L Power Stroke engines are somewhat unique in that they use oil pressure to run their fuel injection systems. The system was created with a joint venture between Caterpillar and Intern

Oil leaks on the 7.3 are common. One of the most common areas to leak, is from the turbo pedestal. It’s also one of the most commonly misdiagnosed leaks as the oil generally leaks down the back of the

Winter is right around the corner. For us 6.0 and 7.3 owners, cold weather affects our engines more than any other modern era light duty diesel engine. The 6.0 and 7.3 are both tough as nails, but col

Injectors are not all built the same, especially for the 7.3. Sizing varies year by year, and for a few, based on the location sold, too. Split shots, single shots, hybrids, AB, AD, 238/80, there's so

Tuning is the quickest and biggest bang for your buck modification in terms of adding horsepower and improving drivability. The OE manufacturers did a good job tuning the 7.3 out of the factory, but o

If the O/D OFF light on your shifter is flashing, your truck is not just asking for attention. It is telling you the PCM saw a transmission-related fault. A solid light usually means overdrive was man

If you’re hunting a replacement front wheel bearing/hub assembly for a 1999–2004 Ford F-250/F-350 4WD, the first thing that matters is stud thread pitch. This Axiom unit is specifically for coarse thr

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If you tow with a 1999–2003 7.3L Super Duty, you already know the weak link isn’t usually the engine—it’s usually 4R100 transmission heat issues. That’s where the Gradient Transmission Cooler (GC-TRAN

The ScanTool Package Consists of: AutoEnginuitySoftware AutoEnginuityOBD‐II Interface (ST06) USB 2.0 Interface and Cable User Guide •Quick Installation Guide Enhanced Activation Instructions (Blue Pa

Outside the completely fixable issues we all know about that have given it a bad reputation (oil cooler failures, EGR issues, turbo failures, head gasket issues) the 6.0L Powerstroke is known for its

We started this blog as a way to help our fellow Powerstroke owners keep their trucks on the road and running great. We’ve shared tons of tips and tricks to help you do just that, but often we use com

The 7.3L Powerstroke utilizes injector harnesses which live under the valve cover (UVCH). These harnesses live their whole lives in a very harsh environment. They exist in a constant hot oil bath. The

Diagnosing issues with the 7.3L or 6.0L Powerstroke engines is not necessarily easy. Teaching you how to be a diagnostic pro is not realistically possible through this one article (that takes years of

Glow plugs. Things that are often forgotten until running or starting issues arise. Hard cold starts, cold no starts, smoky when cold, rough running when cold, all are common concerns that could be as

Bolt torque for the 6.0 Powerstroke shouldn’t be guesswork. So we pulled the specs from Ford service manuals and other trusted sources, then organized them all in one place below. Consider this your g

The 6.0L Powerstroke FICM controls injector operation, and when it starts dropping voltage, the truck can act like it has bad injectors, weak batteries, glow plug issues, or all of the above. Common s

 If you’ve ever looked at the factory fuel banjo bolts on a 6.0L and thought “I should just drill these out,” you’re not alone—and it’s also how people end up snapping pot-metal bolts off in the head

ARP head studs are one of the most common reliability upgrades for Ford Powerstroke diesel engines because they increase cylinder head clamping force. More clamping force helps keep the head gasket se