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  1. oldshep

    Cold weather starting

    Went out to start my truck this morning. Hit the button and nothing:-x So i got out the ol' Louisville Slugger and tapped the starter and relay. It worked. It was 25 degrees so i just feathered the accel. a lil and it blew a good amount of smoke. Multis sound good when they're cold! Ive never...
  2. oldshep

    When Do We Need Power Steering?

    i had xmls on my truck before i had power steering. after i put on the ari o matic it made a world of diference!
  3. oldshep

    Steel Soldiers, users age

    Im 19 now, have been a member since i was 16.
  4. oldshep

    Post shutdown air release then pop

    comes from the air governor i belive
  5. oldshep

    lights went out

    My lights flicker sometimes when I have the dashlights on. I just jiggle the switch and they normally come back on. and heck, the switch is new even!
  6. oldshep

    4 wheel drive not engaging

    Find leaks with soapy water. Works well. Blows a bubble if a leaks present. Pour the soapy water around the connections especially. Can hear a slight thud when u hit the air switch? My truck does this. good luck. and no, i wont bash you about your brakes:twisted:
  7. oldshep

    Axle Seal Gremlins!

    The ability and patience to put it back togather, PRICELESS!
  8. oldshep

    Axle Seal Gremlins!

    I just have bad luck. Lets see, I've had the engine/trans out, new clutch, new rear main, rearched the springs, built my own fuel tank, spin on oil filters, pyro, disc brakes, lock outs, repainted, rerouted exhaust, 46'' xmls, trimed the fenders up, got rid of tool and battery boxes, put AGM...
  9. oldshep

    Axle Seal Gremlins!

    brock steel, very good idea. it was a tight fit so i didnt even consider it.
  10. oldshep

    My M756 pipeline truck bed

    big truck, I'll have to see your truck when Its done! Im between Republic and Clever.
  11. oldshep

    Axle Seal Gremlins!

    Yep its a zipperless boot.
  12. oldshep

    Axle Seal Gremlins!

    Its a bobber and the lube is getting to the bearings in the front end. Overfull I'd say:!:. Going to the parts store right now.
  13. oldshep

    Axle Seal Gremlins!

    I just put the new seal in. The diff isnt over full to my knowlage. Ill get it figured out. Wish i had a shop building with lights. Id have it fixed tonight!
  14. oldshep

    Axle Seal Gremlins!

    I got some hose barbs tonight. Ill see what i get done tomarrow and will report back. The vents were a little gummed up.
  15. oldshep

    Axle Seal Gremlins!

    The key way has RTV in it. The gear lube is kept in the axle housing with the seal in the housing. The brakes are from my old buddy at usa 6x6. They work good. Hes out of business. Its got F550 calipers. I dont want this to be a "bash usa 6x6 thread". btw.:wink:
  16. oldshep

    Axle Seal Gremlins!

    Not very happy! Did my front right axle seals/ repacked bearings 2 weeks ago. Drove it about 10 miles. Bearing was a little warm. It finally stopped raining so tonight I took the lockout(Ouverson) off and gear lube came out.:evil: My dad and I did everything the way we should have. Besides since...
  17. oldshep

    How Much $ For A Rear Axle?

    very true. good idea justin.
  18. oldshep

    How Much $ For A Rear Axle?

    In that case i'll keep it for parts. besides i like having cool junk laying around.
  19. oldshep

    Do I Really Need All This Grease!

    thanks guys! Allthough packing that stuff in there is alot of fun:-D
  20. oldshep

    How Much $ For A Rear Axle?

    I've got a takeout axle from bobbing my truck. Whats the going price for a rear takeout axle? Still has the brakes on it. Thanks.
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