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Have you checked the wiring between the idiot light and the alternator? That could be an issue. In the STOCK configuration, power for the idiot light is switched by a relay and there is a diode (one-way valve for electricity) in this circuit. The bulb should illuminate with key on and engine...

Burned out alternator lights will do this. You know how a Delco SI alternator works, right? If the "idiot" light burns out, the alternator is dead. Since you have converted to single battery, a non-isolated ground alternator should work IF ground is negative with respect to the batteries...

I did something opposite, I got a military trailer harness, then made an adapter for various trailer connectors with bullet connections. I marked the plugs with embosser, then wrapped with clear heatshrink. Now, all that has to be done is plug the harness into the truck's receptacle and plug...

I had this problem..quite easy to fix. If the wipers work, the motor works. Same motor. Pull the two connectors to the upper part of the wiper motor, these are the washer solenoid and parking sensor. There are tabs on these connectors, pay attention. Now the plastic cover over the washer...

That is why I have a fluid extractor. For LOWERING the fluid level and recovering it, nothing beats my MityVac. Now, for completely draining it? I use a dedicated wet Shop Vac. Petcock drains are a pain. On another vehicle that uses expensive European coolant, it really makes sense...

The governor only controls frequency, voltage is controlled by the magnetic amplifier circuitry in the Lima MAC generator. NO electronics there, nothing to adjust. The Woodward governor system is an electronic affair, this new governor is a digital system so it should be much better on...

If the key looks damaged, replace. But if it looks fine, don't bother. The key is security, the press fit should be enough to retain it. Since press fits are on the order of 0.0005", machining tolerances may stack up to make for a looser fit. The key is also a designed failure point, just in...

The aluminum ones are slightly different in dimension and require special sealing to force all the air through the core. Ignore this and most air will bypass the core, leading one to think the core doesn't work. But sealed correctly, the aluminum ones work fine. Remember, there is a...

Not every O'Reiley's has it, only regional super stores. Check online, they have a great locating application for parts.

The larger O'Reileys stores carry an Australian-made unit for around $70. The damping factor of a fluid filled unit is better but the other critical function of a damper is to store energy of vibration, something the fluid dampers are weak in. The rubber units are much better in this...

Wow, you had time to take pictures while we were pulling the MKT off? And I am not in them? ;) Enough mermites to feed a battalion. Just needs a bunch of TLC.

28MT have less issue with brush wear since they draw less current. If the engine isn't turning over fast enough, you can bet it is the starter. I got the rebuild kits from ebay.

Speed of cranking can cause this problem, often it is the brushes in the starter motor. Rebuild kits are only $14

Pull the horn button cap off and check for dirt etc in this area. The only other place to check would be under the lock plate as the connection is made through the canceling cam. But you would have to pull the wheel and the lock plate which might be out of your comfort level. I can pull the...

80% waste motor oil and the rest diesel? That is hard on the injection pump. The viscosity causes excessive stress on the plunger/cam ring. Also, it causes all sorts of problems with injection quantity. Finally, it is dirty oil unless you have some very specialized filtration equipment. The...

Threads like this make me feel old. That little knob on the lower right hand part of the steering column. Push to engage, pull to disengage. If you ever pull the switch, you will see why. Well, you have to pull the steering wheel, then pull the lock plate. You need special tools to do both.

Throttle shaft seal is leaking, Daniel. It can be replaced without pulling the IP or intake manifold. You should be able to search here to find out how and where to get the seal. Just need to be handy with tools. Yes, a leaking case will cause starting issues, there is a vane pump which...

You won't gain any lower gear with the 4L80, just overdrive which you won't need if you are slinging 2500 pounds with the wrecker. Keep the TH400. Get the 205 transfer case, ORD can get you the adapter. You also need crossmember and possibly the skidplate. There are aftermarket adapters too...

Ouch, that was expensive. What was going out in the starter were the brushes. A $13 kit off ebay cured the starter on a friend's 1009. Took me all of an hour to pull, disassemble and overhaul. The brushes were chipped on the corners, glazed and heat damaged. Heat causes the resistance to...

Ugh, those look all too familiar. I have been doing a restoration on one that had been painted white. The CARC had been blasted off with plastic media, resulting in plastic EVERYWHERE, including the locks. The ignition cylinder had to be replaced. Even in the alternator/voltmeter relays were...