The Forgotten Tricks to Running a 6.9 IDI the Right Way

In this video, I share critical maintenance and operation tips for the Ford 6.9 IDI diesel engine. Whether you own an F250, F350, or just love classic IDI trucks, these lesser-known tricks will help you keep your 6.9 running strong for years. - I however, am still human and can make mistakes, although I doubt it because I have obsessively studied these engines for years. ----- 00:00 Intro 01:39 good timing 02:08 manual glow plugs (motorcraft ZD28) 03:12 return lines 03:49 replace mechanical fuel pump w/ electric rotary vane fuel pump 05:11 have good injectors 05:51 fill fuel filter w/ type F ATF 06:43 Use right additives 08:03 check your fluids 08:38 buy the shop manuals, compression test 10:05 how to drive these trucks 10:58 listen to the engine