So whats the first things I should do? New to diesels.

I just picked up a new work/tow rig. Its a 94 Ford extended cab 2wd SRW. It has the 7.3IDI factory turbo(with a 5 speed). Which I've read is is almost all mechanical and fairly easy to work on. Plus its got cheaper parts than a powerstroke. A bit less power but with an exhaust upgrade it'll have more than a stock powerstroke. A bonus is the truck was used for a welding business and never had a trailer hitch or 5th wheel. Other then the dents in the box it looks like it had a fairly easy life.


My plans is to take it in for a complete fluid change and to start keeping track of that and mileage to see how its doing. For the time being if its staying stock should I worry about getting a pyrometer?

Spend some time reading over the IDI section at www.oilburners.net

There's a ton of great info there, and a wonderful group of folks to boot. I learned lots about my IDI there, and can always find a pretty decent answer for what I'm after.

I'd go ahead and spend a little money on a pyro and a boost gauge for your truck. I got mine at summit racing, and even got a 2 gauge clip-on pillar pod cheap. Those gauges will be invaluable as you start to tinker with your truck.

A old bodystyle Powerstroke exhaust fits with a little fabbing- I've got a 4" MBRP exhaust intended for a 95-97 PSD on my IDI and it works great.

Ryan

Check your spring hangers and cab mounts. Do they salt the roads in BC in the winter?

They do salt, but seems to be all good, very little rust on the truck.