u/wuntunearlybko

Hey everyone,

I'm chasing an oil leak on my 1996 F350 and I'm 99% sure it’s the oil pan gasket. Because of that, I’m planning to pull the motor this winter to fix it right. I don't mind the extraction labor—I've pulled a 7.3 before—so the absolute plan is to flip the block and reseal everything using Motorcraft TA-31.

Since I'm buying parts and prepping ahead of time, I have a couple of questions for the group:

1. The Oil Pan: Mine isn't currently rusty, but since the motor is out, I fully intend on replacing it. Should I just stick with a brand new Ford OEM steel pan, or is the Moroso pan a solid option?
2. HPOP Setup: I want to upgrade the high-pressure oil pump while everything is drained. Right now, I'm planning on a CNC Fab Stage 1 HPOP paired with a Riffraff Diesel reservoir and top cover. Does this sound like a solid combination?
3. "While You're In There": Are there any other HPOP, high-pressure lines, or oil system components I should absolutely replace or address while the engine is out on the stand? I know it's not a great idea to make too many changes at once but I want to take advantage of the easy access.
   1. Mods already completed (not exhaustive):
      1. Bellowed up-pipes
      2. HPX lines
      3. Rosewood injectors Stage-1
      4. TS6 / Hydra (in transition, dont ask)

Appreciate any advice or feedback from those who have done this!

Hey all, i have a 96 F350 crewcab and i am interested in cup holders for the back seat for my kids. I am curious if anyone has modified the stock center arm rest to integrate cup holders like newer trucks. has anyone done this before?

Hey everyone,

I have a 1996 Ford F350 4x4 crew cab with the 7.3L Powerstroke and ZF-5 manual transmission. I’m strongly considering installing a short throw shifter kit and wanted to hear from people who have actually run one.

I’m mainly looking at the Midwest Transmission kit or the Diesels and Dirtbags billet tower, but open to any options.

For those who have installed one:

• Was the difference worth it for daily driving/towing?
• I am worried it might cause increase wear or be more susceptible to breaking parts in the transmission
• Pros, cons, and regrets (if any)?
• Would you do it again on your OBS truck?

Any install tips or things I should do at the same time (bushings, etc.) would be appreciated too. I am running a Southbend SMF with only a few thousand miles and a new shifter boot installed a couple of years ago.

Thanks in advance!

I have had a TS6 chip installed in my 1996 F350 for 15+ years with the switch mounted under the dash, I don't like advertising I have it installed. I am looking at changing over to a Hydra with some custom tunes and want to hide it as well. I am seriously looking at running the cable under the carpet and into the center console so I can still easily reach it but it's out of sight.

Anyone installed one in a center console? Any other 'sleeper' ideas?

I have had a TS6 chip installed in my 1996 F350 for 15+ years with the switch mounted under the dash, I don't like advertising I have it installed. I am looking at changing over to a Hydra with some custom tunes and want to hide it as well. I am seriously looking at running the cable under the carpet and into the center console so I can still easily reach it but it's out of sight.

Anyone installed one in a center console? Any other 'sleeper' ideas?