Ford 7.3 Powerstroke Build More Boost For FREE!!!

A quick walkthrough on how to adjust your turbo wastegate to make it build most boost for free.
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[sonicbob]

A great replacement for the original boost actuator clip is a 3/16 E-clip. Sometimes they are called C- clips but the 3/16 diameter is the exact same size as the Ford spring clip. You can readily find these at the hardware store in the bolt and fastener area. I actually went to the hardware store today and took some pictures of the E-clips but I couldn't load them into the comments. But here in central Oklahoma these clips cost 23 cents each. So it would pay to have two or three on hand before starting your turbo project. I hope this helps someone out of a jam sometime. Bob.

[powerstrokediesel]

Pro tip: stuff rags behind the turbo and go slow with that clip if your doing this inside the truck. Promise you will never loose it 👍🏼

[johnbeck]

Brother, I’m am so glad I found your page!
These 7.3 videos are great, and have helped me so much with my 02 F-350.

[glenosborne]

Sir, I am in awe of your fortitude and you are an example to the rest of us. I've subscribed and will continue to watch.

[seanoleary]

Dude... that screaming beaver after the c-clip launched was EXACTLY how I feel when that

[mrpzy]

That clip you inserted after the thing went flying. Lol

[chadbrown]

You should have done a sample pressure test of 5-10psi to show it wasn't opening until you go higher psi.

[ericsteger]

I installed the banks big head waste gate on my 03 7.3 with the turbo in. I was successful but that little pin was a bitch magnetizing is a great idea I did that and it helped tremendously. I ended up scratching the hell out of my arms. I looked like I got in a fight with a cat but I did it successfully. boost is holding at 24 psi for up to 10 seconds my trucks a rocket now.

[NombreAqui]

Every time I receive a notification for one of your videos It makes my day, I learn a lot about my truck and upgrades to do to it. Keep up the good work👍

[codyparker]

i just welded the waste gate shut on mine and threw in a $20 wicked wheel with a fresh cheapo rebuild kit. runs way better then it used to by far

[TheSuper]

Your channel has been a great resource as I start the build of my new to me 2000 7.3 excursion. Thanks for the videos.

[codyschaver]

Had me dying on the flying clip!!! Man thanks for this video. You help us out so much and we thank you for that!!!

[BowerspoweredFordF-KingHenry]

Awesome video as always! I wish you would of tried to use 5/10 psi after you made the adjustment to the rod so we could see if it would make at all after the adjustment. However just my opinion, and as always great video and great info. Thank you for your videos I have an 03 7.3 and have used your videos quite a bit.

[austinkluttz]

I want I’ve been following you for a long time and definitely inspired by your videos. I have a 1999 f250 7.3 and I absolutely love it! Your an inspiration to all of us! 🙏

[michealchadwick]

I have a 1999 and I look forward to the up grades you’ve been sharing

[jdporter]

Your timing with this is impeccable. Thank you. In the past 2 days I've ordered $2000.00 worth of parts. Some of which is the vac lines and a new wastegate actuator/pump. Knowing I wanted more boost I ordered a 33psi at the recommendations of another youtuber. When he testsd his the actual working psi was cut in half and he only seen a minimal gain in his actual boost. My fear was it would be to high of a psi for my stock turbo and cause damage. If you have time what is your thoughts. They also have a 22psi that I almost bought. I'm looking for reliable longevity. My stock wastegate is not opening at all. Thank you again for the great videos

[cucvfarmer]

The early 99 has a different wastegate actuator than the late 99- 2003. I had a Banks Bighead on my 2000 F250. With a DP- Tuner set at 80 economy I could get 28- 30 psi of boost. I also had a Jobe performance intake. I am doing away with the DP- Tuner and installing a hydra. Going to a 38r turbo with the Banks Bighead installed made a big difference on mid to top end power. I would have bought a KC turbo but they were not in business back then.

[jimbo]

Doing this on the bench, not bad. Doing this lying on the fender reaching into the back of the compartment, not so much. I would think having several clips on hand would be a good idea.

[AndyFromm]

You'll get more top end boost & less egt with a non waste gated van housing but you will loose a slight amount of low end.

[tanako]

July 2024. Man I want a dodge but just dropped to 4K to repair my Dino 7.3. I’m sure a couple of small mods like this will bring it back to life