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I may have to replace the tans on a '94 I picked up awhile back. I was just going to part the truck out, but it was thru the BAE refresh in 2007 it seems and everything on the truck looks to be in solid working order.
My question is which 3070 was used (I don't see a casting stamp indicating...
To answer your question, I would think so. I have all the dimensions and measurements. I was going to just build a "copy" and stuff it with a Coldmaster unit off eBay (you can find 34K BTU heat/AC units that would fit nicely in a "replica Red Dot" Gen 2). But my access to the sheet metal...
Yep, that's the squeaky hook spot. Add a small amount of grease and see if that solves it (you need to re-apply often depending on use).
A 1998 would be an A0.
Yeah, you don't need the big triangular caps. The small round ones work just as well (so does duct tape, LOL).
1) You have an A0 truck, I assume. My A0 had a metal-to-metal squeak that was caused by the little rests on each side (not the latch, they are outboard from there about behind the center of each seat). You'll see a flat piece of metal with a notch cut out that rests on a short metal stub...
I've contemplated adding them. A couple years ago someone said not to bother as they were really only useful for making sure no one was standing near the front wheels or cab. I tend to be very aware of my mirrors, though. I would think the added coverage would be beneficial.
Yes, it's been a tough week for my reading comprehension. I saw MPH and responded with regard to MPG (we just had a spirited debate oven on FB last week on the topic).
Yes, of course the speed increases. It's then claims from truck owners that re-gearing lets them get an additional 15 MP...
It won't according to the reviews I've seen over the years. In principle it should, but given the low gearing of these trucks combined with the fact that we still have a granny 1st gear I don't recall anyone saying that the 3.07s robbed any noticeable low-end power.
*EDIT: I misread 15 MPH as...
I took an entire rear bumper off a gal that was parked in a handicap space with no placard or license plate. Totally in my blind spot. Never saw her car. That's my story and I stuck with it...
Offered to call the police, but she knew she'd have just gotten the parking ticket so she wouldn't...
Also search eBay.
I saw some " 46.8" Michelin XZL 395/85 R20 (Non-Plus) Surplus Military Truck Tires Full-Tread" tires for $300 ea
*ALWAYS inquire as to the date codes (newer, better).
Ah, I just noticed that those are *not* XLMs.
Those are ZXLs and a far better tire.
Toss the spare on for now, but make certain it is also a ZXL (easy way to tell is it simply won't say XML in thick print on the sidewall).
You can find ZXLs in a number of places. GovPlanet auctions off...
EDIT: see next post below
Nice rig ! Is that the former "Mule" truck that opens into a bandstand/display?
Yes, XMLs are prone to blowouts and under NO circumstances should that cracked tire be on the road much less at anything even remotely near highway speed. The XMLs are dangerous enough...
I run Optimas in my pre-runner and sand rail. They've always been good to me, but I've never looked into it. There are tons of battery options, though.
I'll see if I can find the link to the rebuild kits.
Here's what the bows look like (just flat stock with a section of tubing welded on the...
Congrats !
Good walk thru. Looks like a solid truck. Just random thoughts:
Either go to two batteries or four, but they all have to match.
Someone on here sells the rebuild o-ring kits for the hydraulic pumps.
Glad hand cover on the rear just needs new rubber inserts/gaskets (Amazon or any...