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    '86 M1008 cranks too slow to bleed

    I'm not sure how some people are having such a hard time bleeding the system. I have replaced the filter and IP which air locked the entire system and had no issues bleeding without killing the batteries. A spin on filter helps because you can fill the filter up unlike a box filter. It took me...
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    Blackout lights - other options?

    Not sure how blackouts are going to make a 6.2 diesel all sneaky pete with the neighbors...
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    Newby working thru Glow Plug diagnostics

    You don't need a special tool, just a deep well socket. If they do not come out, chances are they are swollen. Pretty good chance too! I had good luck running the engine till it gets very hot then loosen one stuck plug. Spray penetrating oil on it and twist with a vice grip. You may have to...
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    Labor Hours for CUCV Injector Pump Replacement

    If you still have the factory retainers that couple two lines together in pairs, pull the IP with the lines still attached. I loosened them off the IP on the bench, then transferred them onto the new IP on the bench. They lined right up because there is no way to put them on wrong with those...
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    Labor Hours for CUCV Injector Pump Replacement

    Probably more if you want to do it good and proper. I'm sure it needs a bunch of extra service that could be done while you are digging into the IP replacement. Examples: new fuel hoses, rocker cover gaskets, cleaning up any diesel fuel in the valley, etc.
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    Equivalent 31x10.5R15LT?

    treadwright.com
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    Simple IP Pump Question

    Portland Fuel Injection, Inc. Phone: 207-797-6800 324 Warren Avenue PORTLAND, ME 04103 $500 with a one year warranty. They built it to my specs that I requested. One of the technicians took about 30 minutes on the phone near the end of the day to answer all of my questions (I'm a tech and...
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    Starting without glow plugs?

    Why not just jumper the GP solenoid to ground which will get them turned on. Then just run around and crank it over. Shouldn't take more than a short piece of wire and a pocket knife. This is totally assuming that the solenoid and power supply works. If that is the case, substitute small piece...
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    Simple IP Pump Question

    I paid $500 for an off the shelf DB2 pump calibrated for my 6.2 engine. I can't tell you what the pump number is but it was the most up to date pump available. It was more expensive to have my 6.2's pump rebuilt by them than to just have an off the shelf one recal'd to 6.2 specs. This was at...
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    1997 MP Suburban

    The seats look too comfy for military issue.
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    1997 MP Suburban

    Did you upgrade to a 4L80e trans? Strange that a half ton model would have that trans. What are the specs on that truck?
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    Stanadyne FM100 Spin-on Filter Install

    Already beat you to it:doghead: http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/93781-stanadyne-fm100-fuel-management-system-upgrade.html
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    electric fan and tiny tach

    If I was you, I would keep it 24v and use a single 24v alternator. Use the transformer to step down to 12v for the cab. I would convert anything that uses high current to a 24v system like the headlamps and glow plugs.
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    NAP Air Conditioning for M1009

    A stock AC setup shouldn't ice the evaporator. I think it has a temp sensor which cycles the compressor off if the evaporator drops below freezing. Most of the time ice is due to undercharge or indirectly overcharged (not a direct cause but side effect). The other thing could be low airflow...
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    shift indicator mystery part

    Or just use process of elimination. If you cannot move forward, you are in neutral. If you cannot go above 40mph, you are in two position. Easy Peasy[thumbzup]
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    Vehicle Security...Now you see it..now you don't...:)

    All those micro cars are driven in third world nations that have much worse infrastructure than we do. I'm sure it would last just fine. You may have a problem with the texting teenager about to run you over in a large SUV. Drunk drivers atleast have their eyes on the road...
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    What modifications should I do for my 1009?

    If you are 17 and own an M1009 you make anyone on here older jealous. Rock On! I tell anyone young getting into the wheeling sport or working on cars to save your money and prioritize education. You will have plenty of time after college or tech school to play with toys. Use your money...
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    CB radio in M1028 install

    Tease! Don't let this happen again...
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    What modifications should I do for my 1009?

    What are your plans for offroading? If you are going mild, then a decent tire and shock upgrade might be the only thing in order. If you are going to do anything remote or wild, then you are probably going to be looking for full 1 ton upgrades as the 10 bolts do not take much abuse. The entire...
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    Ignition / Glow Plug proplems

    I agree, work the blown fuse part first before handling anything else. Blown fuses cause things to back feed in real funky ways. It could be a bad ground causing some of the symptoms but it wouldn't blow a fuse.
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