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    Leafs to coils on 2000 SD 4x4?

    Title pretty much says it all. How hard would it be to convert to the newer style coil spring suspension on a 2000? Kevin
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    Original CPS died today at approx 60k

    Had my first CPS failure today. Truck had quit once at a stop sign a couple days ago but started back up. Thought it was a fluke. Did it again then today it would barely start at work. Then it quit for good at an intersection. Fortunately I had a spare...unfortunately my traveling toolbox...
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    Switch to IH Crew cab questions

    I had a coworker offer my 24k for my 2k converted dually today. Probably as much as I could want for it if it were for sale. What I am thinking as a replacement is a mid/late 90's crew cab International with a DT-466 and a manual trans. I have a 3500lb Alpenlite truck camper and a 28 foot...
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    Cabin air filter where and how hard?

    I have a 2000 Superduty. Where and how hard is it to change the cabin air filter. Any guidance appreciated. Thanks.
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    Airlift or Firestone and why? - Airsprings

    Need to know which is better. I seem to remember someone mentioning they had a problem with the hardware or bracketry of one of them. I am ordering soon and interested in any pitfalls or must haves. Thanks. Kevin
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    Land Cruiser Diesel?

    Offerered elsewhere? Anyone done one in America? My brother has a 10 yo Lexus version of the cruiser that he might like to do this to someday. It is in immaculate shape but has some miles on it. Since Toyota makes them with a diesel it would seem that a conversion would be doable without too...
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    Superduty stretch?

    Long Nose Superduty Has anybody seen or heard of building a "long hood" (ala Pete or KW) Ford Superduty so they could fit alternative engines - DT-466, 8.3 Cummins, 3208's or other similar engines too large to fit in the stock truck. I think something like that done properly could be very...
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    Other diesels?

    How about another section in addition to the VW and MB section in the other section? Toyota/Isuzu/Nissan/ and all the others. For example, my brother might be interested in converting his Lexus Land Cruiser to diesel later when the engine dies in 4-5 years. Toyota makes a diesel version, just...
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    Bigger brakes?

    My 2k F-250 (duallized with the Dana 80) will soon be hauling an Alpenlite camper at about 3500lbs in the bed and towing a 28 foot pace car trailer with a car or dirt bikes in it. I am thinking eventually I might want to move up to something like F-450 brakes. I would think they are more then...
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    12V71 redeeming values?

    Other then the sound, does a 12V71 have any redeeming values. I imagine it sucks fuel and doesn't have a ton of torque down low typical of most 2 stroke DD's. Found a older KW with one and a 15 speed. I only wish I had the money and space to restore an old truck.
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    Quite possibly the dumbest thread I ever read

    http://www.corral.net/forums/showthread.php?t=737725
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    My new trailer

    Here is the link. http://www.supermotors.org/vehicles/registry/detail.php?id=7573&s=30457#content I am looking to add somthing to cover the floor, maybe a tool box or cabinets. I am thinking I might want to add a generator and a water tank to turn it into a sort of tender for my camper...
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    Favorite Trailer Brake Controllers

    I have a Reese digital. What do you folks like? :confused:
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    Truck Camper on Gooseneck?

    Anyone put their truck camper on a gooseneck and not have it look like the Beverly Hillbillies? I am thinking about maybe a 3 axle 36-40 footer, put the camper on the front. Room to haul my car or dirt bikes, nice patio, if done right it won't look bad and will be reversable. Any thoughts or...
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    Airbag suspension questions

    A couple questions for you experienced guys: 1. What is the best/most versatile airbag kit out there? I have a truck camper and have towed with it in the past. I have the Torklift hitch system. I need a bit more support in the back. ON Edit - Anyone running that air lift suspension...
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    PSD 6 speed shifter

    I thought I saw somewhere someone making a short shifter for the ZF-6. Anyone have one? Who makes them? I thought it was BM but checked their website and didn't find it. Any comments / links? Kevin
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    Upgrade questions

    I am looking at buying a unique rig as an RV. I have a couple of questions: Engine is a 80ish 855 BC Cummins 400. Not sure which series. My understanding is that is doesn't have that many miles on it. Probably less then 200k. What sort of upgrades can you do to an old 855 without...
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    Dually valve stems

    I hate the valve stems on my dually. Where can I get a good set that doesn't cost $100. Any favorites out there? I want the extended stems that you can reach with the outter rim. Kevin
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    underseat safe / lockbox?

    I remember seeing somewhere a drawer type lockbox that fit under the passenger seat. Anyone know who makes these. I am also looking for the metal type retractable tonaeu (sp) covers. Kevin
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    3126 swaps

    I was wondering if anyone has looked into swapping a 3126 into a Superduty? Seems to be about the same size as a 5.9. That has been done already so will the Cat fit? Spec sheet lists it at about 43 inches long and 38 tall. It doesn't appear to be as big as a DT-466. It is also lighter at...
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    Business question - May be a driver one day

    I am nearing the end of my Naval career in the next couple years and am thinking of the future. My brother has been running a warehouse operation for years and we have talked of expanding some. He transloads paper. It is a pretty small operation but he has expanded to moving paper bales for...
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    Fontaine air suspension?

    What do folks think of the 4 link air suspension Fontaine offers? It would seem the ride would be a lot better with that then with the old leaf setup. I haven't seen the BFG velvet ride shackles offered lately. I don't have the narrow frame of the 350 cab/chassis, 450/550 but do have the Dana...
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    Crown Busses w/ Cummins

    Anyone know anything about those so called Pancake Cummins that were installed mid-ship in Crown Busses and Fire aparatus? I saw a Crown for sale that was converted to an RV with supposedly a 400 in it. Those old busses were also twin screw with available 10 speed road rangers. For the...
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    Diesel compatible inline filter?

    I did one of those in tank kits a while back. It looks like the plastic filter is getting pretty dirty. I would rather obtain a replacement locally vice another online order. Does anyone have a part number for a generic inline filter? Kevin
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    Tire separation again!

    I had another General tire separate a day ago. I wasn't hauling much of a load, maybe 700 lbs if that. I have my pressures up where they belong. I really want 19.5 wheels and tires but the price for adapters and wheels or wheels alone is pretty scary. Any good tire recommendations? I want a...

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