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  1. RSchanz

    Clutch not working correctly

    Thanks for the tips. Any pointers on brands to buy? I saw one video of a guy who used a slightly more expensive but much more burly metal one. No link to purchase though
  2. RSchanz

    Clutch not working correctly

    The master cylinder was bone dry like had to put my finger all the way in and touch the bottom before touching fluid. I’m assuming this should be full to the rim? Guess this means good news is that it’s likely slave cylinder or the line.
  3. RSchanz

    Replacing head gaskets, what else?

    Thanks for all of the great feedback. I'm debating having the mechanic do it because of just space and experience but also realizing that if I do it I can address a lot of other issues that I know they won't especially not free of charge. My neighbor can remove the engine for me in his shop...
  4. RSchanz

    Clutch not working correctly

    Makes sense. I'll check master cylinder fluid level. Might be a stupid question but the truck being hot or cold shouldn't make any difference at all right?
  5. RSchanz

    Clutch not working correctly

    So, brought the truck to my mechanic to look into my head gasket issue and coincidentally on the way in turning the corner the truck kinda ground when downshifting to 3rd, didnt think much of it. When getting ready to pick the truck up mechanic called me and asked if I ever had issues with the...
  6. RSchanz

    Replacing head gaskets, what else?

    Both head gaskets need to be replaced. When the engine is out do you all suggest that I do anything else? I’m assuming that a valve job might be a good idea, thoughts?
  7. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    I did, and it looks like it lights up a little bit but not definitively. I think it's because in that area it's mixed with too much oil. Under normal circumstances the oil and coolant should not be traveling in the same area unless it's the oil cooler right? Even in this case they obviously...
  8. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    Pressure tested again and it held pressure for 5-10 minutes at 14psi. Started truck and filmed what appears to be coolant bubbling out of the rear of both heads. You can see it in the video below: Can anyone confirm this is the issue? Also, the gasket on the passenger side looks...
  9. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    Yeah, it definitely looks like oil but I think the coolant is coming out of the same place if that makes sense. When I trace it up from the driveshaft thats the clearest route I can find of any fluid leak.
  10. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    Cap is 13psi, could always try switching to 7 or 9 to at least make the leak less severe. It looks like its coming out of the back corner of both of the heads. I can rent the pressure tester from O'reilly's again. Last time I did it the pressure maintained at 13lbs for about 5 minutes then I...
  11. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    smart man!
  12. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    Yes, it does appear to have dripped from two different areas. I think you’re totally correct that the valley pan needs replacement regardless but this can be secondary after retorquing head bolts. So the coolant never seemed to leak like this prior to the radiator replace. I noticed coolant...
  13. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    Well, yesterday I looked under her after a 20 minute drive because I felt like the temp gauge was slightly higher than normal and there was that water leak again. Coming down the drivers side onto the clutch housing and front driveshaft. Only happens when the truck is running. I don’t...
  14. RSchanz

    Any advice diagnosing power windows

    Guess I read this too early in the morning...
  15. RSchanz

    Any advice diagnosing power windows

    I thought the old saying was pick two? LOL They got away with all 3 I would guess a simple continuity test would determine this quickly. Do you have a multimeter?
  16. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    Oh lordy.... so, head gasket/valley pan replacement then hope that the leak doesn't continue as this would mean cavitation and sleeves?
  17. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    So really the only way to determine if this is the actual issue would be to inspection/repair head gasket and put on new valley pan... then of course inspect any other obvious areas where a coolant leak may occur? If none of these things seem to be the issue then I have to assume cavitation?
  18. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    Interesting, thanks for reading everything. And this would be due to cavitation? In this case, maybe not a shot engine in due time but would need serious work on the cylinder? Im assuming a compression/leak down test of each cylinder would be the test?
  19. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    I hate to beat a dead horse here but I've been driving the truck more lately and finally decided that a logical way (duh) to track coolant levels would be to raise the hose in the overflow tank fairly high so it couldn't pull coolant from there. As expected, after doing so, I noticed coolant...
  20. RSchanz

    Blueish white smoke when accelerating

    I want to pull the valve covers to inspect the rocker arms, springs etc. If I pull the covers do the gaskets need to be replaced or can I re-use them? Referencing this: https://www.oilburners.net/threads/bad-intake-valve.34200/ Thanks
  21. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    I won't be removing it because I don't have a great place to work on it, gravel surface and no garage. You read some things about ppl doing it with the engine in the truck but obviously it's preference and circumstance. I guess once I get around to pulling the valley pan I'll get a better idea...
  22. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    No shame here hah
  23. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    I’m wondering what this part is? If you zoom on the image and look at this version you can see some coolant on the side under the bolt... seems like it would almost have to splash to get there... Even if I were to just replace the valley pan I feel like I’m 1/3 of the way to gaining access...
  24. RSchanz

    Coolant leaking from...somewhere

    Totally makes sense. After driving it this evening I popped the hood and did another search around with the UV flashlight. I forgot my phone so I couldn't take pics at the time when the leaks were more visible but just went out now and you can still see the leaks its just more faint. The...
  25. RSchanz

    Blue smoke blues

    Are there tests one could do on their injection pump?

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