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I'll measure a factory hose later today and let you know. Never did look into where it's supposed to be connected, but that may be self explanatory once I know what the hose's connector looks like.

General Hood, you're the only one I know of with a complete non-runner. Would you please remove a tie rod end from your dead SEE and take the appropriate measurements? Yes, I know you're busy, but it would be a big help for the rest of us, who have functional SEEs. Besides, the tie rod ends are...

I think you'd be disappointed with the factory inflator. Of course, starting with 130 psi would help, but still. Either way, my main concern would be the oil in the air. At least mine spits out a fair amount at the unloader. Not that I've seen any in the tanks, but it's definitely not something...

I found it, thanks to you peakbagger. The Energy Suspension part number that Von used is 913119G. He did reuse the ring from the old seal, but I'm still not sure it's needed. Maybe once I dissect an old tie rod end, it'll make sense. Of course, I keep thinking ends with Zerk fittings, not the...

As far as I know, the rear work (backup) lights only come on with the switch by the tool hose reel. But hooking them up, through a relay, to the backup alarm wiring would be a good idea. Might as well use that useless feature for something useful. While I don't remember the actual rating for...

Good point, peakbagger. The taper in the steering components is likely a standard, so it would only be a matter of figuring out what other vehicle(s) use a similar size, or slightly larger, tie rod end that fits the taper. Then rods for/from that vehicle can be cut down and grafted onto the FLU...

Thanks, Tinstar. Last night I tried to remember where I've seen aftermarket boots. Now I know. Most of the bushings on my Pete are from Energy Suspension, and I used their motor mounts and such on the M1009, so I should've remembered.

Would it be possible to backflush it all instead of removing and cleansing the parts and pieces separately? Obviously not all the way back into the tank. By the way, when cleaning out the tank on the (formerly) parts SEE, I wondered how so much crap could come out of what looked like a perfectly...

Please let me know if you find suitable booties. It seems that installing new tie rods is standard procedure, but not replacing the ends and boots. Since the stock tie rod ends can't be lubed, those boots are fairly important.

Funny you should mention that, Mark. Last night I was wondering how many SEEs are equipped with a fire extinguisher. I keep Halon (or replacements) in my vehicles, but for whatever reason never did install any in the FLUs. And considering the cramped areas, complex wiring aided in its demise by...

Hmm, that looks like an over application of wax, which has dried. Didn't know that you also had a Hummer, General. Either way, I have the only SEE in town regardless of color. But I did recently find out that there are now three HMMHs in this state. Not bad, considering that it's just over one...

Good find, Mark! I always look for some way to lubricate anything that moves (grease is cheap, and so am I) and when working on the SEE I use Lubrication Order LO 5-2420-224-12 to help me remember some of the more obscure ones. Without it, there are Zerks I most likely wouldn't have found, like...

There are quite a few to pick from, Gadget, but I searched "LED work light" and autvivid (ASIN B00XMT9534) came up. Just make sure that they're 60-degree (not 30) and multi volt. Well, I prefer the wider 60-degree versions, your results may vary. Now, if you actually meant LED headlights, you're...

Had I not read about it in earlier posts, I probably wouldn't have figured it out myself. Anyway, pull the boom back, then when it starts to slow down, push the lever forward. It's an over-center design.

Twice as bad a flu bug as it could've been, I suppose, since you have two. But how the heck do you find time to get sick?

Yeah, you really should look into using that "receiver" and a more proper jack setup. And speaking of proper, who in their right mind would replace the tie rod, and reuse the old tie rod ends with shot seals?!? This is the kind of stuff I keep coming across. Okay, I'm done with my rant. I...

Hey, I can't whine too much. Especially after getting reminded of speedwoble's SEE, and keeping in mind that this was supposed to be a non-functional parts car. But I am disappointed in how it was serviced. Even a quickie lube should've noticed that all four reduction gear housings are low...

Mark, thanks for the tip. I can't recall seeing that one, but then I probably haven't read them all yet. Anyway, I think it's a rarity, or others here would've noticed it. What I have started reading, again, is this thread from the beginning. Lots of good info which went over my head when I read...

I wish. But the Zerk's holes would still be at the ends, not on the sides, so the only result would be that the plumbing becomes more problematic. With any luck, this particular "problem" cylinder may be the only one like it on a SEE. If they were common, surely someone else would've noticed...

Okay, here are photos of how it should look, and the way it does when the cylinder isn't quite correct. With the 90-degree Zerk fully visible, and accessible.And here's how it looks when the Zerk is at the top of the cylinder, rather than on the side facing out. Yes, it's in there, but it was...