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Conversion specialists

11-24-2001, 04:09 AM

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markn

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Conversion specialists

My '96 E350 PSD van is in need of a new motor; I'm sick of constant overheating problems and the lack of power. Compared to my ISB, the PSD is a pathetic piece of work. The Ford has 99,750 miles so it's just about to go out of warranty, and is at the dealer right now. I'm requesting that they install a new motor, but even with a history of warranty repairs for overheating problems, I don't know if they will.

In the event that Ford refuses to install a new motor, I'm not about to pay for another POS PSD. I'm seriously looking at an ISB conversion with an Allison 5-spd auto, but I don't have the time to tackle this on my own. I'm looking for recommendations on any shops that have performed these conversions, better yet, any that have done this to an E-series van.

TIA!

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Mark Nelson
Incline Village, Nevada
Sierra Motorsport, Inc.

'99 3500 QC 4x4 ISB 5-spd, 3.55 LSD, Bright White, MCM Legacy shell, Alcoa LTS rims w/McGard lug nuts and 235/85R16 BFG A/T's, Tekonsha

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