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Got the driver side completed in the midst of the snow melting last week. No melted plug or harness, but they were obviously leaking so I replaced everything. Including the glow plugs and cleaned it all up really good.
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Finally gave her a bath, doors are matching much better now. This was in the middle of it, you can see where I still need to wash.
I also bought a window off of eBay for the drivers side front.
Creation Windows T-Vent Style Right Side Window 44" X 27" # 9894427983552
It is frameless and almost all glass look. Tilt out and still has a screen. I also could not argue with price, ($85) Just hope it arrives safely.
If anyone needs any parts I need to get the parts van finished and scrapped or sold. PM me if you are looking for anything in particular.
jfz80
Cruisin’
Lots of progress and in crummy weather to boot. Well done.
Looking good..... But could be better. Ever considered factory gmc graphics ?
Will be easy to find at the mall.
Looking good..... But could be better. Ever considered factory gmc graphics ?
Will be easy to find at the mall.
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I'm digging those graphics. 
We will see what I come up with, did a little waxing earlier last week, it cleans up fairly well.
Got out to work on the van part of Friday and Saturday.
Finished up the stereo install and got the dash buttoned back up.
Then decided to install the pillar gauges. Purchased a set of glowshift gauges on eBay before Christmas and the Autometer pillar pad for e-series vans from Summit. I read up on several installs and knew I wanted to have a connection behind the pillar that connected to the wires that ran down through the dash, this was to cover myself incase I ever needed to pull them out or troubleshoot something. So I combined similar wires from each gauge. This left me with constant 12v, switched 12v, dimmer, and ground. Also had tranny temp signal and the EGT / pyro probe.
Ran a coat hanger up and through the dash to pull the wires through:
Almost ready to drill holes and mount it up:
I want to wait to have the engine running etc. before I drill holes and mount up the pod permanently.
Also still debating on how to wire it up to the fuse box, friend suggested running it off of a relay. I want the dimmer for sure because I can't stand for things ot be bright at night as I feel I cannot see as well.
Need to get some new boots for the turbo as well as the oring kit of the pedestal and then I can start putting it back on, hope to get fuel bowl back on this week. Transmission tube seal at the tranny is bad, I think thats an oring as well? Accidentally pulled up on it a little and fluid gushed out. I wondered where the tranny leak was from (I though it was the pan seal). Hope to JB weld the bracket onto the tube, it was broken away. Getting there one step at a time.
We will see what I come up with, did a little waxing earlier last week, it cleans up fairly well. Got out to work on the van part of Friday and Saturday.
Finished up the stereo install and got the dash buttoned back up.
Then decided to install the pillar gauges. Purchased a set of glowshift gauges on eBay before Christmas and the Autometer pillar pad for e-series vans from Summit. I read up on several installs and knew I wanted to have a connection behind the pillar that connected to the wires that ran down through the dash, this was to cover myself incase I ever needed to pull them out or troubleshoot something. So I combined similar wires from each gauge. This left me with constant 12v, switched 12v, dimmer, and ground. Also had tranny temp signal and the EGT / pyro probe.
Ran a coat hanger up and through the dash to pull the wires through:
Almost ready to drill holes and mount it up:
I want to wait to have the engine running etc. before I drill holes and mount up the pod permanently.
Also still debating on how to wire it up to the fuse box, friend suggested running it off of a relay. I want the dimmer for sure because I can't stand for things ot be bright at night as I feel I cannot see as well.
Need to get some new boots for the turbo as well as the oring kit of the pedestal and then I can start putting it back on, hope to get fuel bowl back on this week. Transmission tube seal at the tranny is bad, I think thats an oring as well? Accidentally pulled up on it a little and fluid gushed out. I wondered where the tranny leak was from (I though it was the pan seal). Hope to JB weld the bracket onto the tube, it was broken away. Getting there one step at a time.
Found in a Appalachian Cruisers thread and thought it looked like it would fit here.
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- #46
Nice!
Forgot to update last week:
The window I ordered off eBay for just behind the driver. It looks nice, I tried to get a general idea of where it will placed. Hope to get it in in the next few weeks, definitely want to have some help. I could do it but want to have a second opinion and set of hands.
I will need to lower it at least 1.5" from where I placed the template, the window is ~ 1" wider on each side from the template, I wish it was ~ 2-3" shorter, but it will work, especially for $85 shipped from California and its new (Open Box).
Threw 1/2 of a spare Yakima rack that I had in the garage on the back end of the van. Planning on getting the other 1/2 up there over the weekend, and maybe get the MegaWarrior up there too, not sure it will stay as I plan for a roof vent near that space, but I have the parts sitting unused and it breaks it up from every other van out there, as well as giving me some storage on the roof it needed. I also have 2 Yakima Rocketbox carriers that I have used in the past, they should come in handy. I need to look into a ladder to access anything up there. I have seen a few for the rear door at Pull a Part, but would prefer an Aluminess replica for the side if possible. Ala: http://www.sportsmobileforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=2317&sid=bdc239d45f339c7f1ad98346e46c2a33
I also ordered a new CPS and plan to order the water pump, hoses, thermostat, etc. soon. Plan is to get everything running again then dive into the WP and coolant maintenance.
Is there a cutout for it on the inside? Or is it just cut to fit?
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- #48
It is cut to fit. You have to avoid some support areas internally. Shouldn't be too bad, just nerve-racking making the first cut.
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Update from last weekend. I was able to get a good bit done around the house on Friday and Saturday, unfortunately I could not get all the parts I needed so I was not able to get the van running again.
I did get the roof rack mounted up. Debate is still out if I will keep it up there all the time or not, but I will use it with the skyboxes on any long trips for extra storage and freeing up space inside the van.
I also was able to swap the headlights I picked up from the pullapart in Columbia several weeks back. It was a nice way to clean it up with just a little bit of work.
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Notice anything missing?
I was able to get the stock exhaust pulled. Thanks to my wife I was able to pull everything other than the downpipe in one piece. Now to install the diamond eye 4" straight through kit. If anyone is looking for a stock exhaust down pipe to tailpipe, very, very minimal surface rust on a few places, the black mark in the picture is from a tranny leak and just needs to be degreased. $225
I was able to go by the Ford dealer on Monday and picked up the fuel lines for the valley area (pump to fuel bowl, etc.) as well as the orings for the turbo pedestal. I am strongly considering deleting the EBPV system in the pedestal as well. Any advice on that? I did find this http://www.powerstroke.org/forum/94...rbo-pedestal-upgrade-egt-question-pics-2.html that seemed to be the closest explanation on how to do it I could find.
I did get the roof rack mounted up. Debate is still out if I will keep it up there all the time or not, but I will use it with the skyboxes on any long trips for extra storage and freeing up space inside the van.
I also was able to swap the headlights I picked up from the pullapart in Columbia several weeks back. It was a nice way to clean it up with just a little bit of work.
Before:
After:
Notice anything missing?
I was able to get the stock exhaust pulled. Thanks to my wife I was able to pull everything other than the downpipe in one piece. Now to install the diamond eye 4" straight through kit. If anyone is looking for a stock exhaust down pipe to tailpipe, very, very minimal surface rust on a few places, the black mark in the picture is from a tranny leak and just needs to be degreased. $225
I was able to go by the Ford dealer on Monday and picked up the fuel lines for the valley area (pump to fuel bowl, etc.) as well as the orings for the turbo pedestal. I am strongly considering deleting the EBPV system in the pedestal as well. Any advice on that? I did find this http://www.powerstroke.org/forum/94...rbo-pedestal-upgrade-egt-question-pics-2.html that seemed to be the closest explanation on how to do it I could find.
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Had some time Friday and Saturday to work on the van. Decided to forgo getting it running since my stepdad was around and could help with the window install. No way I could have completed it alone and it was good to have some support when you put a saw blade on the body.
Since the window I purchased was an open box I was missing 2 things.
1. Screws - No problem I went to the hardware store and picked up some hex headed self tapping screws.
2. Template - This one was a little more tricky, I made my own to one dimension but knew I would have to trim a little more in order for the window to sit down into the hole as there was a lip around that portion.
Laid it out inside and drilled through in 3 places to get it close on the outside. Then pulled out the jigsaw....
No turning back....
There's a hole in my van!
Testfit, trim, testfit, trim.....why didn't I spen an extra $300 for a template and screws????
Finally got the hole where I needed it, did I mention trimming the inner panels ended up being rough, used a grinder, not the best tool, but it worked and only coated everything with metal dust. As well as put a nice biscuit joint in my right pointer finger knuckle....thankfully it only hit skin, no ligaments or bone.
I then cleaned the outside cut with alcohol, smoothed the interior panel cut and coated all the cuts with some Eastwood rust stop.
Inside:
Outside:
Notice the lovely graphics glue catching the metal dust. I need to buy a graphics eraser and get busy on the entire van.
Caulked the window with some 100% Silicone:
Cleanup before we ran to my youngest's 4th birthday party.
(Kid's treehouse in the background, which is the reason I didn't get more of these projects done over that 1.5 weeks I had off. Kids love it 16x11 around a 150+ yr old oak.)
Hope to test for leaks tomorrow and get things lined up for the EPBV delete. Crossing my fingers I get that buttoned up so I can get the engine back together this weekend. I'm ready to drive this thing again!
Since the window I purchased was an open box I was missing 2 things.
1. Screws - No problem I went to the hardware store and picked up some hex headed self tapping screws.
2. Template - This one was a little more tricky, I made my own to one dimension but knew I would have to trim a little more in order for the window to sit down into the hole as there was a lip around that portion.
Laid it out inside and drilled through in 3 places to get it close on the outside. Then pulled out the jigsaw....
No turning back....
There's a hole in my van!
Testfit, trim, testfit, trim.....why didn't I spen an extra $300 for a template and screws????
Finally got the hole where I needed it, did I mention trimming the inner panels ended up being rough, used a grinder, not the best tool, but it worked and only coated everything with metal dust. As well as put a nice biscuit joint in my right pointer finger knuckle....thankfully it only hit skin, no ligaments or bone.
I then cleaned the outside cut with alcohol, smoothed the interior panel cut and coated all the cuts with some Eastwood rust stop.
Inside:
Outside:
Notice the lovely graphics glue catching the metal dust. I need to buy a graphics eraser and get busy on the entire van.
Caulked the window with some 100% Silicone:
Cleanup before we ran to my youngest's 4th birthday party.
(Kid's treehouse in the background, which is the reason I didn't get more of these projects done over that 1.5 weeks I had off. Kids love it 16x11 around a 150+ yr old oak.)
Hope to test for leaks tomorrow and get things lined up for the EPBV delete. Crossing my fingers I get that buttoned up so I can get the engine back together this weekend. I'm ready to drive this thing again!
Looks nice. I noticed on the inside it had what looks like cutouts for a smaller window? Do they not have factory windows that fit those cutouts?
Took some balls to make a hole that big. Looks good.
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Not exactly, factory windows are made to fill those holes, however they are inset and not just a cutout. Its a process they do at the factory and cannot be easily replicated. It would be much easier to mount a window in that smaller area. Finding nice windows for an affordable price has proven to be a challenge. I hope to put a smaller window in each side further back for the rear seating. Being patient on finding what I need usually works out, just takes me longer to complete everything.
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I was able to check for leaks earlier in the week. Looks good, no leaking. They are calling for rain tomorrow and rained some earlier this week so glad it is good to go.
I pulled the turbo and pedestal apart yesterday after work and cleaned everything up. Found a few taps I could borrow to complete the EPBV delete today via a friend across town. Ended up using a 1/2 - 13 bolt thread on the actuator rod coming out of the side of the pedestal and 1/2 NPT on the exhaust side of the turbo where I removed the butterfly.
After running to the hardware store I got the turbo reassembled with new orings. Started assembling the fuel bowl and fuel lines. Had to patch one wire that ran up to the bottom of the fuel bowl. Then found that I'm going to need a few extra hose clamps as several of them were too worn to hold their force. I am also going to need another fuel line form the dealer, I could have made due with standard line, but I would rather get it done right and not have to worry about leaks for another 100K miles.
Not much to show for the day but here are a few pictures:
Removed Butterfly @ turbo:
Side view:
Where I removed the rod:
I used locktite on everything, so should be good to go. Also put a nut on the back side of the rod location bolt.
I pulled the turbo and pedestal apart yesterday after work and cleaned everything up. Found a few taps I could borrow to complete the EPBV delete today via a friend across town. Ended up using a 1/2 - 13 bolt thread on the actuator rod coming out of the side of the pedestal and 1/2 NPT on the exhaust side of the turbo where I removed the butterfly.
After running to the hardware store I got the turbo reassembled with new orings. Started assembling the fuel bowl and fuel lines. Had to patch one wire that ran up to the bottom of the fuel bowl. Then found that I'm going to need a few extra hose clamps as several of them were too worn to hold their force. I am also going to need another fuel line form the dealer, I could have made due with standard line, but I would rather get it done right and not have to worry about leaks for another 100K miles.
Not much to show for the day but here are a few pictures:
Removed Butterfly @ turbo:
Side view:
Where I removed the rod:
I used locktite on everything, so should be good to go. Also put a nut on the back side of the rod location bolt.
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Picked up the extra fuel hose at Ford this morning. Also got them to print out an exploded view of a rear A/C & heat system. I had posted a thread over on Sportsmobile forum asking about the process to add a factory unit to my cargo: http://www.sportsmobileforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=13148 I got some good feedback. (Open to more from you guys if you want to add anything.
It is supposed to rain through Wednesday so hope to get the fuel bowl back in Thursday. Busy Friday and Saturday morning. Might get to the Turbo, etc by Saturday evening. SO ready to smell so diesel exhaust and get this thing moving again.
It is supposed to rain through Wednesday so hope to get the fuel bowl back in Thursday. Busy Friday and Saturday morning. Might get to the Turbo, etc by Saturday evening. SO ready to smell so diesel exhaust and get this thing moving again.
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I was able to get the fuel bowl reinstalled yesterday, just in time to see Clemson win! Hope to get the turbo back on tomorrow if all goes as planned. Might see movement this weekend? Getting close!
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She's alive! Git her going yesterday after wrestling a few parts. (Sorry for the poor quality of video.)
A few hiccups but seemed to run much better today after idling and running down the road 5 miles or so. Did notice that I now have an up pipe leak on the passenger side. Debating on how to fix it. Thinking I'll just go with the new donuts (Victor Reinz F17250) and hardware and hope that fixes it. Don't really want to go with bellowed pipes unless i can get some DIY. (I heard that Rosewood Diesel makes some for ~ $200-250 I might be able to swing that.
My vacuum pump has a squeak I need to replace it as well, PS pump fluid looks like crap too, I love adding to the project.
I'll get the rest of the exhaust installed and start driving it more. I have to get it together and good enough to DD by next weekend. Getting a tranny put into the Sport Trac through school and if I don't get it to them by the 7th then they can't do the labor (free) this semester. Getting a tranny from LKQ or similar with a warranty.
A few hiccups but seemed to run much better today after idling and running down the road 5 miles or so. Did notice that I now have an up pipe leak on the passenger side. Debating on how to fix it. Thinking I'll just go with the new donuts (Victor Reinz F17250) and hardware and hope that fixes it. Don't really want to go with bellowed pipes unless i can get some DIY. (I heard that Rosewood Diesel makes some for ~ $200-250 I might be able to swing that.
My vacuum pump has a squeak I need to replace it as well, PS pump fluid looks like crap too, I love adding to the project.
I'll get the rest of the exhaust installed and start driving it more. I have to get it together and good enough to DD by next weekend. Getting a tranny put into the Sport Trac through school and if I don't get it to them by the 7th then they can't do the labor (free) this semester. Getting a tranny from LKQ or similar with a warranty.
LKQ GreenvilleGreenville
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Thanks Marshall! Glad I have at least a few of you guys keeping an eye out for me. Wish I would have seen this before today. Might have run up there over the weekend, doesn't look like too much I can use but maybe some of those conversion interior bits and pieces. If I could find a high top for an extended version van I would be all over it, hard to find for sure, especially one thats not cut into for handicap access.
I did buy the needed gasket for the leaking up pipe, and have oring on order at Ford which I plan to get tomorrow for the fuel line leak. Really hoping this works so I can get her back together to at least make it to work and back a few times this week. Work is swapping a tranny in the Sport Trac this week so we are back to 1 vehicle duty unless I can get the van rolling again.
Wish I would have seen this before today. Might have run up there over the weekend, doesn't look like too much I can use but maybe some of those conversion interior bits and pieces. If I could find a high top for an extended version van I would be all over it, hard to find for sure, especially one thats not cut into for handicap access. I did buy the needed gasket for the leaking up pipe, and have oring on order at Ford which I plan to get tomorrow for the fuel line leak. Really hoping this works so I can get her back together to at least make it to work and back a few times this week. Work is swapping a tranny in the Sport Trac this week so we are back to 1 vehicle duty unless I can get the van rolling again.
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Got a little done the last few weeks. Biggest issue is I now have a massive fuel leak somewhere in the valley. The gasket I replaced was not where the leak was. 
It was pouring all down the road as I pulled back in the driveway.
Hoping to find where it is and fix it this week. When it wasn't leaking it seemed to have great power. I also was able to get the pass up pipe to stop leaking.
I ordered some 400a eraser wheels off eBay to remove the vinyl graphics this past week and the came in on Thursday. I ordered on with the mount to use it in the drill and another 2 for refill. The one with the mount ended up being a made in China piece of junk. Gummed up and left gunk on the paint. The other two were made in USA and worked awesome! Just wish I would have known I was even ordering a china one because I could have finished the entire van with 3. So debating on ordering a third or just waiting. Probably need to go ahead and order another.
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Also shows a good side shot of the window I installed.
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It was pouring all down the road as I pulled back in the driveway.
Hoping to find where it is and fix it this week. When it wasn't leaking it seemed to have great power. I also was able to get the pass up pipe to stop leaking.
I ordered some 400a eraser wheels off eBay to remove the vinyl graphics this past week and the came in on Thursday. I ordered on with the mount to use it in the drill and another 2 for refill. The one with the mount ended up being a made in China piece of junk. Gummed up and left gunk on the paint. The other two were made in USA and worked awesome! Just wish I would have known I was even ordering a china one because I could have finished the entire van with 3. So debating on ordering a third or just waiting. Probably need to go ahead and order another.
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Also shows a good side shot of the window I installed.
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