Project 7.3

[Bduck]

Bob, injectors are in the future and could be very near. As much as I've been wanting a newer truck (used, won't buy new), I don't need a mortgage payment and loving the life I have without a vehicle payment. The newer ford diesels have had costly issues with repairs & some replacement motors. Cost of injectors for my truck can be $1200+ depending the performance grade type and or replaced by dealer amounting to $5000+. My labor since I know how to do it might involve a special tool if any for a far less expense. Their newer ford diesel is getting better now but the 7.3 (1992-03) is made by International has been a proven motor. I've owned mine for 23yrs now. My other 2 vehicles are gas operated with injectors. My goal is to get another 10yrs out of my truck.

Roger,

One last tip.  When it comes time to replace your injectors, do it with factory rebuilt/certified injectors.  After I had mine repaired, I was told this by a friend that shopped auctions, rehabbed the purchases, and sold them to dealerships.  OEM injectors for that Chevy were about $800 X 8.  The factory rebuilt injectors at that time were $120 X 8.  $6400 vs $960.  Your money; your choice.  

That is a good tip, Bob, we both are on the same track. My research has taken me to factory origins or to a reputable business that deals in rebuilt injectors, I have been making certain purchases from one business. When it comes to the sensors surrounding the 7.3 motor its best to stay with OEM, same would be for any motor. Sold on eBay are a lot of repackaged to look like OEM sensors. I won't purchase any type of performance product from eBay.