Ford Powerstroke 94-98 7.3L Discussion of 94-98 7.3 Liter Ford Powerstroke Turbo Diesels

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Old Jan 29, 2013 | 01:27 PM
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So this just started out of nowhere. First driving g brake seem fine when I apply them it get real hard and I almost have to pulsate to get it to slow down a d slow speed scared if I have to panic stop I tried bleed the brakes and same thing I have no clue any hints or idea to help thanks oh and it is a standard cab manual transmission thanks again
 
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Old Jan 29, 2013 | 02:07 PM
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is the vacuume pump working? creates vacuume for the break system.
 
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Old Jan 29, 2013 | 02:23 PM
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OK I took the vacuum line of and I think it might be that it not a real strong vacuum what are more text book way of find out if your vac pump is bad thanks for quick reply
 
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Old Jan 29, 2013 | 11:17 PM
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vaccum pressure gauge
 
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Old Feb 4, 2013 | 10:42 PM
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usually if its the vacuum pump your defrost or floor heater wont work if they dont you have a vacuum if it tests good look at your booster
 
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