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    M1008 loss of power at high end

    I hope it didn't take till now to find that! :) It sucks when people ask and then never get back with the results. Thank you for coming back. I wonder who and why that filter was put there.
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    Best position for jack stands on M1008

    When you remove the springs and before sand blasting find a spring shop and take them in and see if they can make a set for you, it will be a much better ride and might be priced better then you think. As far as inspection, I'd never say a word about changing the springs and a little spray paint...
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    Wilson Starters for CUCV?

    I see it say's for a 6.9, what is that? Not that I really care, but if they can't get the ad right I consider them suspect!
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    M1009 How To Roll Down the Rear Window??

    "One other problem is: I don’t know how or where to attach the Insulator Rod on the drivers side. I don’t know where it goes or how exactly to attach it. *Pics below" That rod is for the latch release and snaps into a retainer like CUCVUS showed on the backside of the inner handle, the clip is...
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    M1009 Oil Cooler Lines And Leaks

    In your top pic on the left hand side is 2 rubber lines that screw into 2 aluminum lines, those are the engine oil cooler lines and they go across the radiator to the passenger side. If you decide to replace them be careful as the steel to aluminum causes corrosion and it's not hard to rip the...
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    My DIY tow bar

    I can't comment on the welds but why not make it adjustable AND instead of keeping it in the bed where it's in the way and rattling around make some brackets and bolt in the 'dead' space UNDER the bed? Yeah it would suck having to crawl under in the mud to get it but it would always be with you...
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    M1008 hitch install.

    I doubt that! I've had many dealings with U-haul and have decided I will NEVER go back to them for anything! I've used Curt (or is it Kurt?) hitches and installed them myself, easy and cost effective. As a bonus the powder coating seems to hold up quite well on them too.
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    Rookie brake question

    Never heard of that BUT with all the "will fit" parts and china crap out there I could see a master cylinder being out of spec enough that it could cause it to not release all the way. Would be odd but well worth checking! I'll file that thought away for future use (who am I kidding I'll forget...
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    Unknown rattling near torque converter

    My first guess was going to be the flex plate was cracked/broken, but it seems to be in the T case.
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    tree vs. cucv m1008

    It's been a long LONG time but I believe it's the cab mounts (rubber part) that's different but the mounting points them selves are in the same location. Before using the 78 frame check the spring width, I think something changed there.
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    M1009 rusted tailgate hinge

    New after market repair panels are out there, including that rear beam and other supports. LMC is a big supplier and IIRC they now carry that rear beam, shipping cost will hurt!
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    Faulty Fuel Solenoid??

    Your driving it after sugar was put in the tank?
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    Question about my 1985 M1008 Gen 2 system

    If the pully is getting hot I'd start with making sure the belts are in good shape and tight. A loose belt will slip causing a squeal and heat, it can also glaze the belt making the condition worse. If in doubt get new belts (good ones).
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    Opinions on Undercoating

    We used this stuff when I started doing auto body work in 1983, I know of at least one car that I undercoated is still looking good and pretty much rust free. It was the bosses mother in laws and has since been passed down to a grand daughter and the only rust I saw was a bit just creeping up on...
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    Question about Rebuilt(?) TH-400

    You paid for a rebuilt tranny and have a warranty for a reason, use it! I know, I know I wouldn't be to happy about going back there either but money is money and business is business. Give them a chance to fix it before charging it back on your card. And NO it should not whine! When it gets...
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    Replacement Fuel Tank

    If you don't already have it you will also need the switch valve, switch and wire harness all available from LMC. Almost forgot, a second sending unit. You seem like a well organized guy and probably already thought of all this, but if your like me you absolutely hate getting started and finding...
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    Need Indianapolis area body mechanic

    When the insurance adjuster comes out to look at it make sure he doesn't write it up as a civvie K5. It's going to be a 'total loss' but that just means that the repair is more than a fixed percentage of the value, what ever that is MAKE SURE THAT YOU CAN KEEP IT! It's a simple job repairing it...
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    Replacement Fuel Tank

    Look around down there in junk yards, I know a guy up here that sells used gas tanks that he buys from down south. His business name is The Tank Bank so used is available. Other than that SPECTRA I believe is made in Canada.
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    Starter relay

    Has the truck been converted to 12 volts? If so that would explain why the wires cut and twisted together.
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    CUCV Roof Repair

    I wouldn't worry about the fiber cap, just DA it smooth and prime and paint it you want it rough then use some Rocker Shultz and spray away. It's available in black, tan and I think white. Thinking about that I'd be tempted to spray the whole roof including the metal top with it, that way a year...
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