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    Drain coolant Qs

    Update : Moving slowly nicely , ordered so far : Radiator isolators Radiator drain petcock Low level coolant sensor Lower radiator hose I hope to get them soon... Thank you all for your help!
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    Drain coolant Qs

    Just an update after almost eight months !!! My radiator is now leaking as I have put some vinegar with distilled water to have the system cleaned but I have leave for a long time inside... After a long time I was able to source a NOS GM one!I have the old radiator removed but I have found a...
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    Front axle oil change

    Felpro gaskets are unobtainable down here so I have to ask a shop to cut one.Anyone might know what is the correct thickness of it? Also I am trying to find the diff cover bolts correct tightening sequence ? Thank you!
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    Front axle oil change

    Hello guys, I want to change the oil in my front axle at my M1008 and I have some questions for the experts ! what oil should I use ? do I need to use a gasket again ? And if so any idea from its thickness and material ? do I need to apply some sealant to the diff cover ? Thank you VERY much !
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    NOS winch value (5-Ton, Front, Garwood)

    Hello guys, What is a fair price for a NOS 5 -ton front Garwood winch complete with fair lead still in crate (no cable/mounts) ? Thank you
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    Drain coolant Qs

    Merry Christmas everyone !!! I want to change the coolant (actually tap water) from my M1008 ! Last time I have it run for exactly 20 minutes and then I have open the radiator drain bolt to drain . Can you please point me to the right direction guys ? Thank you!
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    6.2 IP rebuilt ...

    Hello guys, Everything is now fine , truck starts easily ! Thank you!
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    6.2 IP rebuilt ...

    Thank you very much for your help guys !!! Finally, they have it rebuilt correctly...I will get back with news on Monday !
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    6.2 IP rebuilt ...

    Hello guys, I was finally able to have my IP removed for a rebuild. Now rebuilder says that the rebuild will cost a lot more as the counterweights are stuck for sitting too long without working. Can anyone please confirm if this is correct ? Thank you!
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    M911 HET winch conversion

    Hello guys, I have found some Braden winches from a M911 HET , they are 45k rated Braden hydraulic winches , from a quick look seems that the hydro motor can be removed to convert them for PTO...Anyone familiar with these winches ?Are they any faster than the older regular Garwood drag winches...
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    Wrecker rear drag winch brake drum

    This sounds good , but the brake drum is cast iron and I do not know if the sleeve is doable ? These things are almost impossible to find !!!
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    Wrecker rear drag winch brake drum

    Hello guys, I have six 45k rear winches for rebuild ,all the brake drums are badly pitted , I have clean one on a lathe but I have to remove at least 2mm from it to have a nice smooth surface.The wear limit is very tight on these (from 5.503" to 5.497")...So can I still use them ? Thank you!
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    Spicer 3053a seals n gaskets

    Maybe anyone has this gasket and can measure its thickness ? Thank you!
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    M62 rear winch disassembly woes !

    The pullers used to remove brake drum : At the left is 683/130 that was damaged (threads on puller body) from excessive pressure , worth to mention is that this puller has remove easily two brake drums from 45k winches in the past and also from 20k and 10k winches... At the right is 683/250 the...
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    M62 rear winch disassembly woes !

    Update ! I have to fabricate a simple puller to be able to pull the drum off the shaft point is to have it centered to the shaft during removal (pictures will follow), good thing it that the shaft is not damaged only rusted ! And about the brake that was stuck solid to the worm shaft , Kroil ...
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    45k wrecker rear winch worm shaft removal

    Thank you NDT! Use soft head hammer to tap worm shaft :mrgreen: Yeah sure when it was new maybe...
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    45k wrecker rear winch worm shaft removal

    Hello guys, I am trying to remove the worm shaft , I have try to hit it with a 4.5kg hammer (wood block used between shaft) but no go...I have read both TMs and they suggest different ways to remove the worm shaft :roll: Can anyone please share his own experience ? Also can anyone suggest a...
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    M1008 seat belt floor mount base bolt size ???

    Thank you all for your great help !!! [thumbzup] I hope to find them available here as they are not a hard to find size...One more question : are 10.9 grade bolts suitable ?Also seems too much to ask someone to ship you two bolts overseas... Happy new year !!!
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    M1008 seat belt floor mount base bolt size ???

    nsn 5306-01-157-3279 , gm 471083
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    M1008 seat belt floor mount base bolt size ???

    Can anyone please share the specs of the bolts that secures the seat belt mount to the floor under the seat ? Both are missing on my truck ! Socket size , length and thread it would be awesome !!! Happy new year guys !
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