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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    After 100 degree heat yesterday, I decided to start the process of getting ac in my truck. I've included pics of the start of the day up to where I left off, and the bone pile of parts. After getting this far into it, I've decided I'm going to replace the heater core as well. There was a few...
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Oregon must have some real issues with thieves if you have to chain up your spare tire carrier. :backoff
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    So I replaced the steering stabilizer with a new "rough country" brand. I had grandiose plans to start on the ac since I presumably have all the parts needed to get that up and running, but the daughter had electrical issues with her house so that changed plans. I've never done vehicular ac work...
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    V-belt tension

    Here's how I do it. I use a belt tensioning tool to measure the force. I haven't had any issues.
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Yesterday I was on ebay and saw a case of Wix brand oil filters for our trucks listed for $130 delivered. I thought, WWOGD, (what would old Goat do) so I bought them. Seems I did the right thing. :Thumbs Up
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    I changed the engine oil and filter. I've only used Shell Rotella since I've owned this truck. This time I went with Costco's Kirkland brand. One thing is certain, the engine idles much quieter now than with Shell. Time will tell.
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    Trying out my DTI timing unit

    Not only that, I can't help but think that's some phenomenal fuel economy considering Poland is about 3800 miles from Maine and the cost of the timing kit is about $400. ;Poke :rotflmao
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    He was in numerous motorcycle magazines in the 70s and 80s. He still works on the antiques for the same prices he charged in the 70s. :Thumbs Up
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    Parking Brake

    My truck has this same issue. It's nice to know that there's a light somewhere on the dash for the parking brake, apparently mine has never worked. Looks like my getting the light working has been added to my "to do" list also.
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    Two ZF-5 speeds on CL

    That's a lot cheaper than any junkyards I've seen advertised but being on the other side of the country is a deal breaker.
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    E350 IDI Centurion spotted for sale in Kingman AZ

    Okay, so I'll be the voice of dissention. While it may be comfortable to drive and it also performs all the functions required to pull a 5th wheel, you still have to get out from behind the driver seat eventually, turn to face what you just exited, and then somehow find it in yourself to walk...
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Great!!! I appreciate it. :thumbsup:
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    You have the same year truck as mine. You don't have a picture posted, however. Is yours a crew cab? I've had zero luck finding door panels for the rear doors. I'm to the point of buying a 3D printer and seeing what kind of results I get.
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Sounds like just a bit of time and labor. I'm wanting to replace my headliner and carpeting, can't get the dog hair out of the carpet and I don't have a dog. Cutting down on the noise level would be the biggest benefit. I can barely hear anyone talking to me when the engine is running, plus...
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    So what did you do with your truck today?

    Huh, I could do that. Thanks.
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