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I was in a wreck with a 4x4 pickup that had the frame bent. When it came back from the shop the driver side (the side it was hit on) was an inch shorter hub to hub than the passenger side. The shop told me it was a bent axle housing (not sure why they didn't find it when they fixed the truck!)...

Make sure that isn't coolant in the oil. If mixed well it's hard to tell. Check out your coolant system before you try and start the truck. I'm with RAYZER, do a compression check.

Oh by the way, an easy to reach fuel shut off valve is a pretty good idea on a motor you are worried about running away. I found that out the hard way!

Nor familiar with your particular motor but I have had a V71 runaway. How did it stop? Was there any clanking noises? Have you dropped the pan and checked for debris? Don't assume it trashed - not yet.

Wow, talk about a flash back! I had forgotten all about those. I don't have anything to add except thanks for the memories.

Sorry to hear of your luck! Hope it all works out for you. Other than that, how was the ride?

To JimmyThompson, a pyrometer is pretty standard equipment on most big trucks. The idea being that in a long hard pull, one can overheat the motor before the water temp cries foul. Most turbo equipped motors use them because turbo raises in the incoming air significantly and the increased...

From the thousands of us who never had the opportunity to meet this amazing man, to his family and his friends, here and every where, we grieve the loss with and for you. Most of the readers, members and regular visitors will not post because everyone knows it would be overwhelming and you have...

It IS a book:-P

Well I must say manders, you have been hit on all sides, including here, and you have a great attitude, good for you. I hope your truck doesn't cost too much to fix. If you can keep your great attitude on this steep learning curve you will do just fine. Your candor will definitely help others as...

Thanks patracy, I read an article on this but couldn't tell by it if I needed to change passwords and if so which ones. This was very helpful and I appreciate you looking out for us! Thanks for all you do.

Thanks gimpyrobb, that's good information. The pyro on my 400 big cam and N14 never got that hot (though I am assuming they were properly calibrated!) That's a lot of temperature differential - 1200 degrees on the head at the exhaust port to under 200 in the block.

Gimpyrobb, am I reading this correct, you have run 1100-1200 degrees for many miles? If so, I didn't know any motor would pyro that hot for long pulls and not have problems. What is your water temp showing when you do that?

Can't help you with Minnesota laws but I can tell you that when I bought my truck, I googled the regs for Mo. and was able to find that I could go with a historic plate. I am sure you will hear from some folk that live in Minnesota but I bet you can get the info on a state website as well. Good...

Thanks Warthog, we are! Thanks for doing that.

Anybody else having problems with the live feed?

I would rig a aftermarket lift pump to deliver fuel to the IP (don't forget a filter) and get it home. Then work on replacing the factory lift pump.

Sure, if you have the saddles. You also need a hefty wrecker to lift and position them.

Make sure the batteries are at full charge. May have lost it's prime. Crack a line and see if it weeps when you crank it. Sure you know not to use ether but just a reminder.

Nice!