7.3 idi performance turbo build part 2: first drive!

[@skeeettzzzz]

Thank God. A actual idi build channel.

[@jonathansparks7558]

Good sounding 7.3. Just loud enough to let the folks out there know you’re beside them

[@croaker4163]

Love the shit eating grin... don't see many idi's around anymore let alone built ones. Very cool build. You also sound and look like you know your stuff. On Behalf of all the the drive way warriors out there, We salute you 👏

[@luisjonassk8]

Awesome project with this IDI, man! Love this beasts with manual trans!

[@robertcornelisse8664]

You're truck looks amazing! Looks like it fun to drive!

[@danielh4995]

Very nice! The only thing I could suggest for your truck is switch from a K&N filter to a pleated paper element filter. They filter better and you shouldn't notice any difference in airflow with one of a similar size. You should be able to find one that will just clamp on to your intake pipe like the K&N. Other than that enjoy your truck, nice to see some love given to the old Fords.

[@mattleonard5268]

Agreed. Napa 6637 is the best. Bhaf.

[@abaddesiease]

Love the truck and the wheel chair and Clark 😜

[@epoxeclipse]

running an idi non turbo, it's got pulling power for days no reason to look to a turbo setup yet.. cool that some guys are going that route with these.

[@bkcrim5395]

@Babylon falling I just don't know about that chief

[@bkcrim5395]

@Babylon falling okay well I was just looking at building a mild idi factory turbo I'm interested why you say that. I see no reason why a turbo would reduce engine life if you're not pushing ridiculous psi

[@bkcrim5395]

@Babylon falling Ooh I see what you mean. Yep I agree I definitely wouldn't push an n/a idi like that being that they're built much weaker than the factory turbo ones. I got a 90 idi 5spd 4x4 rclb dually and it pulls 10-12 thou pretty reasonably. I was just thinking about putting a bigger turbo and pump along with head studs on a 94 factory turbo idi to replace it

[@justinlillie5702]

That's a fuckin sick ass setup sir. I've been looking for ideas for mine a good minute now and hadn't found shit I liked, until today. 🤯🤯🤯

[@jordanOlsen-q7o]

hey man if you have a build list for the entire engine and transmission excluding the fabricated parts, I would be unbelievably grateful as Im looking to build my IDI up just like you did

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Its on one of our idi videos description!

[@drewnicest4319]

You guys ever dyno that truck?

[@amsdrivelines]

Awesome build! Was it worth it? 10k into an IDI verses a power stroke 7.3 or 6.0? I have an 7.3 IDI I'm currently trying to get running, pouring smoke out the oil cap unfortunately.... I did a compression test on it and according to specs it's just barely passing with the lowest cylinder at 195psi......

[@Grewsum2Sum]

To me, yes it was totally worth it, I have something that is extremely uncommon where I am, and we love to be different, it will never be a 12v or a 6.0 but that doesn't matter, it makes 25psi and throws you back in your seat. That's all that really matters right? Lol

[@amsdrivelines]

@@Grewsum2Sum love it

[@amsdrivelines]

Well I got it running, i had to advance the IP and ran a hose In to a diesel can. The lift pump lines from the tanks are sucking air somewhere.... I'm just glad to hear it run

[@heavydutyroadsidellc920]

Allan Sweetman idi is more reliable by far that a power stroke but it will not make even near the same power at the moment due to aftermarket being almost non existent

[@amsdrivelines]

@@heavydutyroadsidellc920 this is true. Which is why I asked if he was happy with his build and he is which nothing worse than sinking 10k into something we end up not being happy with! The old Rattlers idi Ford and Chevy alike always perk my interest. If I could I would own one of each lol preferably the 7.3 ford and an older military version of the 6.2. I personally drive a common rail 5.9. but I would like an older 12v just so I can have a mechanical version of each from the big three!!

[@FueledAddiction]

That idi sounds amazing how did you make it sound like that? it now sounds like a power stroke and doesn’t have that popping sound at higher rpm making it sound like a big block

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Its the r&d camshaft

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

Did try a freeway drive

[@22loaded01]

What gears you got in the rear?

[@davidharrell8890]

It sounds like a straight piped powerstroke.

[@WestoversDiesels]

Where can I buy a kit I need one for my truck and I’ve been looking everywhere

[@dawson_c1952]

Is that a 1980 tailgate??

[@shanelyshane]

So badass. I have a 94 IDIT unmolested as of right now. To get that power stroke crunch, you think a good place to start would be an R&D cam, head studs, and 5 inch pipe?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

No reason for more than 3 inch on an idi, cam is good studs are good but you need a bigger injection pump and turbo of you wanna make some power,

[@heverlopez7071]

@@Grewsum2Sum which turbo and injection pump you?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Hx35/40 hybrid and 100cc injection pump

[@davelowets]

Get rid of that tiny stock turbo

[@oscarandthegrouch2062]

Good on ya mate. Sounds good. I slapped a 95 PSD turbo on mine. sounds pretty good. What kind of MPGs you get?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

14-15 with my foot in it all the time lol

[@daltonsmith2733]

Oscar how much boost you getting outa yours with psd turbo on it?

[@dylanvervalin4798]

Nice set up what injectors are you running and is that one of the turbo kits they used to sell for a Idi back in the day or custom?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

R&d turbo manifold setup, hx35/40 hybrid turbo and stock turbo injectors

[@timesthree5757]

In the first vid I thought he had a Automatic now I know he has a Standard. So how is he complaining about power? Is he wanting to race the truck?

[@TeslaWasHere]

The 7.3l idi n/a is a pig. It really has a hard time getting out of it's own way if it's under any load.

[@pocketbike33]

Dam that sound makes me want to turbo my 92 7.3 IDI. Only have 95k miles on her!

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Yea she only had 95k when I pulled her out too lol, had nothing wrong with it, was just gunna do the top end and studs, but then the engine was out and I said screw it, I should get some total seal rings and the block sleeved while I was at it, and then I said why not turbo rods and pistons too? Lol

[@pocketbike33]

@@Grewsum2Sum lol one thing lead to another and then F**k it came into play eh? Lol awesome man. Well worth it for sure!

[@benjamins9121]

How much did the can move the power band up? Best guess for the power difference too? Sounds killer

[@Grewsum2Sum]

We have a dyno vid of her and it really helps her spool up down low and give it some extra grunt

[@tannerhand18]

Is there any way to make my 7.3 factory turbo idi roll a little coal without turning the pump up it’s up 2 turns already and don’t really wanna risk turning it up anymore until I do head studs atleast I hit 15psi currently

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Nope bigger pump or turn it up more, 15psi is really pushing it for no studs I'd watch out your gunna lift a head sooner or later

[@tannerhand18]

I plan on doing studs as soon as I have the time

[@cnebuda7422]

That sounds so damn good

[@Grewsum2Sum]

It's that r&d cam makes it sound sooo good

[@lazarusmagellan2367]

damn how does it sound so good? better than a stock 7.3 idi

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Because of the r&d camshaft, it completely changes how the engine runs

[@lazarusmagellan2367]

@@Grewsum2Sum ohh wow. it sounds way better. Now im looking at idis LOL

[@megandalessandro4290]

Ayeeeee back at it again with the Chooch

[@coledahl3228]

What is it making for hp and ft pounds of tourq

[@Grewsum2Sum]

300hp 700ftlbs at the wheels

[@georgebrandt541]

how much power now ? cost of engine build ?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Whats the dyno vid we have! Also probably have 10 into the whole build including machine work

[@edrake1989]

Did he shave the pistons to reduce compression?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Nope! Stock compression

[@alejandroaguayo480]

Hey how can i contact you i have a truck like that one ?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

facebook.com/thelemmo

[@alejandroaguayo480]

I don’t have Facebook 😬

[@Grewsum2Sum]

@@alejandroaguayo480 instagram?

[@alejandroaguayo480]

Nop

[@Grewsum2Sum]

@@alejandroaguayo480 email me at [e-mail]

[@gentilejoshsaved1646]

Beautiful. Good job.

[@PAPAwheelie568]

What did you use for up pipes?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Used r&d manifolds

[@owenarsenault5955]

So how much power does it make now?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Watch our dyno video and find out!

[@owenarsenault5955]

@@Grewsum2Sum I will have too find that. 👍

[@linctexpilot8337]

That thing SCOOTS!

[@Ed-ty1kr]

Nicely done. 👍

[@chuk2795]

Ince you see that white smoke then you know your getting fuel. Let off the starter and let them glow plergs do they thing then cycle it again and it should fire

[@davelowets]

Cosby sauce....

[@denislazo1338]

Do I neet to cheng the piston of my 6.9

[@Grewsum2Sum]

You don't absolutely need to change them I just did cause I wanted it a little stronger for when I decide to throw more fuel at it

[@denislazo1338]

Ok tenk you for help mi

[@denislazo1338]

I du have a 6.9 but dosent have a turbo I will know if I can put a turbo on

[@Grewsum2Sum]

@@denislazo1338 yes you can put one on

[@allsourceconstructionatlan1821]

awsome video

[@the_teknomads]

Excellent!

[@junkyarddog7988]

What turbo is that ?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Its a mix of turbos, hx35 coldside with a wicked wheel, hx40 hotside with a 18cm housing

[@gromit848]

Love the music

[@outcold30]

Screw that city life. Nice build

[@denislazo1338]

Ok tank so much

[@jeffflanagan2814]

A little oil?

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Ya 🤣

[@FreakOuts12]

how much did your build cost roughly ? looken to build one of my own

[@Grewsum2Sum]

In about About 10k on just the engine

[@mattfoley4128]

That sounds SAAAAHHHH- WEEEEEET!!!!!!

[@FreakOuts12]

did u leave it single disk or go dual

[@Grewsum2Sum]

Stock dual mass flywheel with a luk single disc, we will see how she holds for now

[@saamilarson]

With that much spool everyone is gonna think it’s a powerstroke!

[@dustinbelknap9207]

How much did that cost

[@Grewsum2Sum]

The engine build? All parts and machine work close to 10k...

[@highplainshollarhomestead3188]

Hell yeah.

[@beep_beep_beep]

K&N don't filter well enough for Diesels

[@MrMasonlw]

RIP starter

[@IsaacSchuler]

im doing this with my 78 dentside

[@Grewsum2Sum]

I saw! Things pretty cool

[@robertbachicha4157]

What year is it

[@Grewsum2Sum]

1992

[@thermidorlevrai65]

@@Grewsum2Sum i was close, thought it was a 93

[@forsakenrider]

hot damn!

[@shootermcgavin2819]

"pay attention" 🤣

[@timesthree5757]

OK I get it now.

[@Joe-re2ei]

That poor starter

[@Grewsum2Sum]

good thing shes brandy new