Bikersmurf
Expedition Leader
For the water drain valve, DieselORings.com is hard to beat. As well as a fuel filter and O-ring kit I've also got a monster glow plug relay and glow plugs from him.
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Introduction and future (hopefully) build thread - E350SD Ext Cargo
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hobovan
'00 E350SD PSD
Balls deep in the fuel bowl rebuild at this point. Giant PITA, as I'm sure everyone already knows. DieselOrings kit showed up today, as did the new Racor. Waiting on the fuel bowl cap, as the one in the truck was the intergrated filter/cap unit, and the replacement is the filter only. Cap will be here @ 1630 today. Hoping to have it put back together by tonight.
Air box also showed up today, but is cracked on the back side. It was hard to see and I didn't find it until I was cleaning it up, so I don't fault the salvage guys. Any way, they don't have another one on the yard, but he's running one down for me to replace it, which is about the best I can hope for.
There is a ton of old crud on the top of the engine as well as in the intake tube. I'm reading that this is most likely from the CCV, so I'm now looking at possibly getting rid of that, and considering relocating the battery under the truck so I can just fab a whole new intake for the van. We'll see...I'd like to get her on the road and then tackle big stuff like that, but playing by ear. Hope everyone is having a groovy day.
- h
Air box also showed up today, but is cracked on the back side. It was hard to see and I didn't find it until I was cleaning it up, so I don't fault the salvage guys. Any way, they don't have another one on the yard, but he's running one down for me to replace it, which is about the best I can hope for.
There is a ton of old crud on the top of the engine as well as in the intake tube. I'm reading that this is most likely from the CCV, so I'm now looking at possibly getting rid of that, and considering relocating the battery under the truck so I can just fab a whole new intake for the van. We'll see...I'd like to get her on the road and then tackle big stuff like that, but playing by ear. Hope everyone is having a groovy day.
- h
hobovan
'00 E350SD PSD
Fuel rebuild went well, with the exception of the one fuel sleeve on the driver's side bank. Didn't want to take off the whole A/C compressor/etc, so opted to wait to replace that one. Truck is back up and running with no leaks.
Ordered and subsequently installed new locks/ignition from Rocket Keys on Ebay. Cost was $110 and that included 4 door locks, the ignition, two genuine Ford keys and a ford keychain. Install took about 30 mins for the whole van, and I fixed the back door so that now I can get in from the outside. Also put on Lund Ventshades. Pic below.
I know a couple of you guys were worried, but I picked up the title two days ago and the truck is now titled and registered. Monday we'll go get her inspected. Tracked down a new airbox and it's on the way up from Georgia. Trying to decide now what to do about tires/lift/level now. To do the leveling kit properly is about $500, and I'm wondering if it's better spent in a lift instead.
Ordered and subsequently installed new locks/ignition from Rocket Keys on Ebay. Cost was $110 and that included 4 door locks, the ignition, two genuine Ford keys and a ford keychain. Install took about 30 mins for the whole van, and I fixed the back door so that now I can get in from the outside. Also put on Lund Ventshades. Pic below.
I know a couple of you guys were worried, but I picked up the title two days ago and the truck is now titled and registered. Monday we'll go get her inspected. Tracked down a new airbox and it's on the way up from Georgia. Trying to decide now what to do about tires/lift/level now. To do the leveling kit properly is about $500, and I'm wondering if it's better spent in a lift instead.
djbonsu
Adventurer
Nice work, I just did the same with a bunch of other upgrades and maintenance items addressed. Those fuel sleeves are definitely a PIA and took too much of my time to get them out. I found a small slightly curved or hooked "pick tool" will get them out.
hobovan
'00 E350SD PSD
Thank you guys! Yeah picks were definitely crucial for getting those old sleeves out of there. I'll go after that front one at some point...it'll probably be part of a major dis-assembly project. At some point, the frame will be POR'd and the engine will need to be completely cleaned up at that time, as well as a new HPOP.
Ye ole' van is at the shop now getting two new front tires and inspection...should be back in hand tomorrow. I'm indecisive as hell about the tires, so I opted to just replace the front two to match the rear, as opposed to going up in size on all four. Wasn't sure what would fit in stock config.
There will be window tint, a towing hitch and a junkyard run for various odds and ends. We're also doing a ton of research into insulation and interior design in preparation for making it ours. I have a friend that needs a lift to the AT, so we may turn that in to our maiden voyage. Still need to change the oil and flush the coolant, and my mom has decided to sell her camper, so have to get that washed up and posted as well. Hope everyone is having a great week.
Ye ole' van is at the shop now getting two new front tires and inspection...should be back in hand tomorrow. I'm indecisive as hell about the tires, so I opted to just replace the front two to match the rear, as opposed to going up in size on all four. Wasn't sure what would fit in stock config.
There will be window tint, a towing hitch and a junkyard run for various odds and ends. We're also doing a ton of research into insulation and interior design in preparation for making it ours. I have a friend that needs a lift to the AT, so we may turn that in to our maiden voyage. Still need to change the oil and flush the coolant, and my mom has decided to sell her camper, so have to get that washed up and posted as well. Hope everyone is having a great week.
hobovan
'00 E350SD PSD
Also opted to replace the stereo, as the Ford stocker volume knob is acting nuts, and bluetoots is a necessity these days with the hands free laws. I have the older version of this and like the features for the price. I'm super stoked on this one because it adds FLAC support, which is my entire music collection. It also allows for simultaneous connection of two BT devices, and I can expand to add satellite radio down the road. It's a solid choice at a reasonable price, and comes with the dash kit/harness. I'll post pics once it's here and installed.
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_108635_Kenwood-DPX502BT.html
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_108635_Kenwood-DPX502BT.html
hobovan
'00 E350SD PSD
Totally thinking we may need one of these... 
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/851236517/artbrew-worlds-best-craft-beer-home-brewery
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/851236517/artbrew-worlds-best-craft-beer-home-brewery
Bikersmurf
Expedition Leader
Looking forward to your review. Seems reasonable and it's likely much better than the stocker whose knob launches out if you touch it wrong. It'd be nice to have something with active noise cancelation to reduce engine noise...
hobovan
'00 E350SD PSD
Yeah man. I'll keep you posted. I have the older 500BT in the yota and it's been great. Never any complaints about road noise, although not diesel. You can find the 500 and 501 for $20 cheaper...Caraudiogiants is another company I've used and like. SE provides all the install goodies though. I'll be sure to review it once it arrives.
hobovan
'00 E350SD PSD
Haha sorry about that. I'll do better next time.
From what I've read, it's tanks from '99-'08/'10, but not sure if it's all or what. My fuel filter was dirty but not with lining. I called Ford and they told me that since I have the 35gal midship tank, it isn't a problem. The guy said that it affects the vans with the bigger 55gal aux tank out back.
I did the recall check and I am seeing that 09S09 is incomplete, which is a recall for a faulty speed control deactivation switch that can potentially start a fire. Again, called Ford and they said that I'm not affected, since I don't have cruise control.
Going to track down some ELC and get the coolant switched over in short order. Tires are on, inspection done and she's sitting in the driveway. Waiting on the radio. Oil change towards the end of the week...might go after the fuel tank pickup screens in the future if we're bored.
From what I've read, it's tanks from '99-'08/'10, but not sure if it's all or what. My fuel filter was dirty but not with lining. I called Ford and they told me that since I have the 35gal midship tank, it isn't a problem. The guy said that it affects the vans with the bigger 55gal aux tank out back.
I did the recall check and I am seeing that 09S09 is incomplete, which is a recall for a faulty speed control deactivation switch that can potentially start a fire. Again, called Ford and they said that I'm not affected, since I don't have cruise control.
Going to track down some ELC and get the coolant switched over in short order. Tires are on, inspection done and she's sitting in the driveway. Waiting on the radio. Oil change towards the end of the week...might go after the fuel tank pickup screens in the future if we're bored.