Project 300 (Diesel Power's '87 Ford F-250 6.9L IDI buildup) has been put to the test now that we have to make a 140-mile roundtrip commute to our new office. In order for it to rise to the occasion, a few changes were in order, including the addition of a high-tech stereo, improved suspension, and a safer braking system. We were able to accomplish these additions in one weekend, using regular handtools. While we were at it, we removed about 2 pounds of caked-on dust and grime from the interior.
| project 300 1987 Ford F250 pioneer Stereo
PRICE LIST: STAGE ONE TO SEVEN
STAGE 1:
Original Investment, Feb. '09
$888
Including $300 for cost of truck
STAGE 2:
Getting it Running, May '09
$315
Glow plugs, fuel return line kit, autocross fee, and dyno testing
STAGE 3:
Adding a Turbo, Aug. '09
$2,616
ATS Aurora 2000 wastegated 7.3L turbo system, ATS exhaust system, and polyurethane body mounts
STAGE 4:
Suspension, Tires, Bearings, and Brakes, Oct. '09
$1,632
Calipers, pads, rotors, brake lines, 2-inch leveling kit, tires, tools, and shocks
STAGE 5:
Cooling System Rehab, March '10
$1,159
Radiators, cap, thermostat, block heater, hoses, and antifreeze
STAGE 6:
Engine Oil Centrifuge, June '10
$786
Centrifuge, fittings, hose, and air pump
STAGE 7:
Sulastic Springs and Pioneer CD Player for 140-mile Commute
Sulastic springs
$350
Pioneer CD Player (DEH-P6200BT)
$249
61/2-inch speakers (TS-A1683R)
$109
Scosche wiring harness (BBFDDO2AB)
$24
Rear antilock brake hydraulic control valve (RABS 122024)
$144
Plumbing metal strap
$3
Total Stage 7
$879
PROJECT 300
GRAND TOTAL
$8,275
