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    Interrest in 3D printed instrument cluster backing plate?

    I might be interested in some if quality is good.
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    How does the brake warning light work? (and many other brake problems)

    If the front brake hoses are old they can collapse on the inside and not let calipers release also. They will let brake fluid go thru under pressure but not let it return.
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    Running mep002/003 on sea foam

    Sea foam is good stuff! I keep it in my small engine gas tanks all the time to prevent problems!!!
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    Gas millage dropping down from 18 MPG to 15 MPG

    Have you checked to see if the fuel tank or a line is leaking?
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    CAT OEM Parts Source?

    My CUCV's all run a lot smoother and do not rattle as much with Power Service added to every tank of fuel. They also start easier! I use it in every tank in all my farm tractors. Keeps the injectors clean and working.
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    CAT OEM Parts Source?

    Are you guys using an additive in your diesel for lubrication to the pump and injectors? Are these trucks sitting a lot between uses? May be related to premature failures. Just a thought.
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    Howdy from Oklahoma

    Welcome from western OK!!!
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    What did I do to knock out power to the starter?

    Load test both batteries to make sure they are good!
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    Steel Soldiers giveaway sponsored by unitedstatesoffreight.com

    In!!!
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    Hello from Oklahoma

    Welcome from western OK!!
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    Speedometer Cables Breaking

    If you are putting a new cable in the old housing there is probably a blob of old grease that still allows the new cable to slide into place. But when it is rotating the hardened blob of grease binds up the new cable and it will snap. I have seen it break the square ends as well. Clean the...
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    What have you done to your CUCV today/lately - Part 2

    Try adding some Power Service in the gray bottle. Don't be afraid to pour it in on the heavy side of recommended rate. Easy to see if it helps!
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    M1028 Cracked Transmission Case

    You can also crack the transmission case by being in low range transfer case and hard pull in reverse.
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    M1008 lower radiator hose

    Did they order NBH 7996?
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    M1008 Starter problems

    I would call them and check on the core returns. Might be better than emailing them. good luck!
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    M1008 Starter problems

    The M1008 and M1009 both came with 2 isolated ground alternators. This cut down on parts inventory if all alike. I have kept all of mine just like that. Some have put the regular Cadillac alternator on the side that does not have to be isolated ground. Sounds like yours is this way. Choice is...
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    1986 M1009 Rear Light Nightmare

    It could be the bulb sockets have the broken ground tab. This is common.
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    What grease are you using?

    I agree moly is for extreme pressure. Do not use it in any bearing! It will take out a bearing!!
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    Can't get hood or tail gate to open help

    Pull the release inside the cab for the hood, then go up front and hit it with the side of your hand making a fist right in front of latch. It should release and then you can open it. Now clean all dirt and rust everywhere in this latch and oil it good. Do the same thing to the hood hinges. it...
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    M1008 heater

    You are asking for 1984 year model without AC for that heater core?
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