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

The 7.3 Powerstroke turbo pedestal is one of the usual suspects when oil shows up in the valley, down the back of the engine, or around the passenger-side up-pipe. On EBPV-equipped trucks, the actuato

If you’ve got a 1999-2003 7.3 Powerstroke and you want a true drop-in turbo upgrade that spools quick and supports real injector growth, the KC Turbo KC300X Gen 3 Stage 1 turbocharger is built for exa

The Exhaust Backpressure Valve on the 7.3L Powerstroke is a common leak point. So common that most of us just simply remove it altogether. Why it's there in the first place: The EBPV was originally i

The 7.3L Powerstroke has a gift for making one leak look like another. Oil starts high, runs down the valley, follows the back of the block, coats the bellhousing, and suddenly everyone is yelling “re

“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

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,

Parts Required: Riffraff Diesel Billet Manifold Plenums 1994-2003, including: (2) Billet plenums (2) Viton o-rings (1) Installation hardware packet   Recommended Parts: Turbo/pedestal o-ring kit: P

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The 7.3L Powerstroke diesel (1994–2003) is widely regarded as one of the most durable diesel truck engines ever produced. Known for its longevity, simplicity, and mechanical reliability, the 7.3 still

Bolt torque for the 7.3 Powerstroke shouldn’t be a mystery. So we collected everything from Ford’s service manuals and other reputable sources, and listed them all below. Here’s your one-stop shop res

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

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The 7.3L Powerstroke doesn’t have too many sensors compared to more modern era diesel’s, but the ones it does have all play important roles. This week, we’ll be diving into the Exhaust Back Pressure S

Why 7.3 owners replace the factory hard lines The OEM hard lines from the fuel bowl to both heads are known for being worn, restrictive, and failure-prone as trucks age—and when one breaks, it’s usual

The 7.3L Powerstroke ran long enough that people started treating all of them the same. That is how wrong parts get ordered. A 1996 OBS 7.3 and a 2002 Super Duty 7.3 share the same basic engine family

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

If you’ve ever heard an old Ford guy say “check that cruise control switch before it checks your garage for smoke detectors,” this is what they’re talking about. Easilly the most commonly delt with re

The factory-installed intake plenums on the 7.3L Powerstroke, quite literally, fail under pressure. Whether you've got a stock truck or one that's been hopped up, the thin stamped steel factory-instal

Parts Required: Riffraff Diesel Billet Compressor Wheel - Ported Housing: Part# RDP-703697-0001 Garrett Compressor Housing O-ring: Part# GZ-14-010 Turbo Pedestal O-ring Kit: Part# GZ-9-003   Recommen