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Does anyone have a good source for sheet metal for these trucks? My front inner fenders are a bit rusty, and the passenger side is cracked where the battery tray mounts.
I definitely want to replace the passenger side, and am trying to decide if there's any difference in fit or quality between...
Free pickup in the Los Angeles South Bay. Came out of my 1009, worked fine when pulled. No light bulb, see photos.
I can ship for the actual postage cost. Hopefully would be under $10, but I won't know until I drop it off.
Yeah I agree, its too low for this setup. I am in K5 on 33" tires, 3.73 axle gears, and a SM465 manual trans with Advanced Adapters "Ranger" overdrive. Cruise RPM is 1900 at 70 mph. I'm hoping for 18+ mpg with that setup, but we'll see what I can get.
No smoke visible in the daytime, and just...
I got a bunch of 6.5 parts several years ago, and am finally getting around to installing them on my 1009. I have some questions about assessing engine condition and I am sure I will have more questions as I work through the swap, and will document everything here in the hopes it helps someone...
My 1009 has been a daily driver for 5+ years, and the engine runs fine. Never had any shavings in the oil at oil changes, no knocking while running, or any other evidence of extreme wear. The "Low Oil Pressure" warning light comes on with the key, and goes out immediately after starting the...
I am getting ready to do a 6.5 turbo swap into my M1009 and am starting to collect parts, and have several questions.
I've seen Diesel Care in Memphis recommended by Cucvsrus and others on here, and their IP rebuilds seem to run between $450 and $750 depending on what you buy. They don't...
what twin stick shifter are you using? Any pics of the shifter or linkage?
when you say "slipping" you mean its just coming out of gear into neutral? A gear drive transfer case can't "slip" like an automatic transmission (obviously). Its either in gear, or its not. How do you limp it home...
Do you remember the part number of the thermostat you used?
I've had the same problem for a long time and have tried several different thermostats with no success.
The dash gauge is mechanical, and it agrees +/- 1 psi with another mechanical gauge. The other one is fairly cheap, probably harbor freight, but either both gauges are right or they're both wrong in exactly the same way. Definitely a good suggestion though, and one of the first things I did...
I have a 6.2L in my 1009 that is running, but has low oil pressure (25psi cold idle/45psi cold at 2500 rpm, 5-ish psi hot idle 30 psi hot at 2000 RPM), what seems to be a slow oil leak from the rear main, low power, and just seems generally tired. I've been running the truck like this for going...
Just to clarify, I would not suggest using an SM465 without an overdrive/splitter and with 3.73 gears. Like the original TH400, the 1:1 4th gear is not enough for highway driving with the current speed limits and engine RPMs will be too high. If you do install an SM465, I would suggest keeping...
I have used NAPA Gold 6096 for my 1009 for years, but recently finished off my last case of them.
I'm shopping for some new ones, and there are several options I was hoping to get opinions on.
Napa 6096 - probably the best, $21/ea + shipping
https://www.fleetfilter.com/filter/46096.html
Delco...
I have a Ranger 2 speed splitter, SM465 4 speed, and an NP205 transfer case. I twin sticked the transfer case while I had everything apart so the front and rear axles can be shifted independently, which can be handy when you're off roading and need front wheel drive to get around a narrow...
I have a welder in my 1009 powered by the 24v system for use in trail repairs. It works great, except being limited to only electrode positive.
As long as you put the ground clamp nearby where you are working (to avoid shunting welding current through other parts of the vehicle) there should...
My m1009 has a set of Goodyear MT/Rs in 33x12.50 R15 that are about worn out, and I'm looking to replace them in the next few months.
That tire is no longer manufactured in that size unfortunately, so I need something else. I drive on the highway a lot getting out to the trails (150-250 miles...
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