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That thing doesnt look as good as a real U.S. CUCV! That front grill guard just looks GAY.

Today I FINALLY got my transmission to work properly! Thanks for all the help guys. Indeed it was a vacuum leak problem. Ive been working on the problem for maybe 2 hours at max. That includes going into town to get the parts. I purchased all new vacuum lines. That didnt fix the problem? So I...

Up in Alaska when the temps are down to -60 driving a vehicle that was outside is an experience. The diff fluid is so cold and thick you dont need to put the brakes on! As soon as you let off the gas its like putting on the brakes. Most transmissions should have a oil pan heater placed on them...

Good post big red. Another thing most people overlook are the batteries. when the temps hit 32 degrees "newer" batteries have only 40% power. As the temp drops so do the ability of your batteries. Older batteries even worse. Battery warmers should be used in cold environments. They are...

Nice job!

Replaced my wiper blades. Discovered windshield washer fluid pump doesnt work and the washer fluid tank has a leak about half way up. I want to install a much larger tank anyway that would hold at least 1 gallon of fluid.

I changed the oil in my truck today. Used Napa Gold filter and Rotella 15W-40 oil. Great stuff! It really quieted down the engine. Cold starts are a breeze. Also replaced my vacuum lines. Shifted better but went back to the high RPM Hard shifts after a few minutes. Will try again Monday.

Thanks for the tip.

My truck had a new engine installed and a new radiator. When I first got her I check the rad levels and it was completely full. But nothing in the over flow resevior. Took her out for a spin and came back. Heater worked great. Check the rad level again and she was low 1/2 gallon including...

I believe the standard 7/8 shackle will work fine. I believe its the same thing. Any farmers supply or 4x4 shop should have them. Online for sure. :beer:

Heres a pic of the oil I used.

Clamps? There were no clamps on the piece I took off. Maybe thats my problem? Just how much vacuum are we talking about?

Well I guess Im going on a spending spree! Just ordered the relay for the Bulldog glowplug relay mod. That will be in Tuesday. I also ordered two door locks (in black) and those should arrive Wednesday. I also picked up some vacuum lines. Replaced the upper and lower lines and there was a nice...

Thanks for the responses. The truck was Station in Utah for its life according to DRMO. All of the vehicles they are getting come out of Utah. It does not have a block heater and I only started her since I needed to get the trailer back to the rental place. Since that one day with her I...

The vacuum pump is located on the back of the manifold area. Saw it today as I traced the vacuum lines. The one on the control modulator is about 1 1/4" long and looks to be the original. Its all cracked and dried out. Will start there in the morning as I replace it.

Thats what they do up in Alaska! 2 it is.

That is my plan as well. About 3 hours before planned departure they would kick on.

Well I ordered all the stuff needed for the "Ultimate Cold Weather Package": 2 freeze plug block heaters 2 battery warming pads 3 oil pan heaters. I will install 1 freeze plug block heater on each side of the engine block. The battery pad warmers will go under each battery. As far as the oil...

Found these online. Anyone install any of these items? PHILLIPS & TEMRO BLANKET-STYLE BATTERY WARMER - JCWhitney PRO HEAT OIL PAN HEATER KITS - JCWhitney ZEROSTART TANK-TYPE ENGINE HEATERS - JCWhitney Block Heater Chevy/ GMC 93-02 6.5L/ 6.2L Diesel Engines - eBay (item 180463937501 end...

I found this article. Has some good info on the subject of block heaters: Military-Vehicles: Engine Block Heaters 6.2-6.5L Diesel Engine Families