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The truck having been used for some law enforcement purpose makes it appear likely that maintenance was up to par; probably better than with a casual private owner. The fact that the head gaskets were done is, IMHO, a good sign. The brakes on these trucks, regardless whether A1 or A2, are single...

You pretty much nailed the core question. It depends what you want. LDT-465 powered Multifuel M35A2's are plentiful, relatively cheap and if all you are looking for is a running truck to have fun with, it is a good choice. A LDS-427 powered, relatively unmolested M35A1 is quite rare. It will...

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Direct drop-in. No modifications needed. Loosen three slotted screws and remove headlight ring, remove existing headlights after unplugging 3 plugs for # 16, 17, 18 wires, insert LED lights and replug, replace headlight ring. Done.

Let her idle for about 5 mins before getting going and take it easy for the first few minutes. Then accelerate and listen to the engine and see if you can determine how the truck "feels". Every truck I have driven has a "sweet spot" where it seems to run with the least effort and, compared to...

You are not alone. Both my "good, tested" TruckLite LED headlights and my GROTE LED taillights are not error-free. I just bit the bullet and replaced the LED headlights because I really like them. I have a taillight that has 50% of LEDs working. This is still brighter than the stock...

Oh, I guess you missed that on your reading excursions in the forum! ;) M35A2C means it has the drop sides on the bed. It has nothing to do with the turbo, although later models tend to have the "D" turbo which is mechanically better but not as loud. Do you already have the split brake system...

I know there are several threads, so I thought I'd add mine. Perhaps it helps someone with ideas. Convoy light: Xenon strobe off an old city truck (gifted horse, mouth, don't look etc.) that runs on 12 to 28V. Free. Mast: 2 metal fence posts from Lowe's that slide inside each other. About 15...

I would add that, given the load rating of even the 9.00-20 tires, you will find that the maximum rated weights of the truck are still supported/exceeded by the tires run as singles. If you go to 11.00-20 or equivalent, the combined load ratings of the tires far exceed the rated weights of the...

Nice project! It looks mostly complete.

In upgrading to the air pressure operated brake light switch I also reminded myself that I need to fix the cut off service line for the trailer connection. The air pack has a plastic (!) pipe plug in it right now. I ran into difficulty trying to find the right fitting(s). The air brake copper...

The shop is hopefully hot tanking your rad so that any other thin parts and pin holes blow wide open and can be repaired as well. Nothing worse than getting one rad leak soldered and another one popping open right beside it the day after. Leaving the system open for a few days is not a big...

On the positive side, you only have a few mosquitoes near your truck. Most won't make it through.

Filters clogged usually shows as power loss, especially under load. I'd probably start at the injectors and work my way backwards. Take injectors out and check for obvious damage/crud buildup. I have a local diesel injection shop that ultra-sonic cleans and balances a set of injectors for...

If you want a set for cheap insurance to ''have them if needed'', and otherwise truck them around in the bag most of the time, then, by all means, grab a set of military chains that fit your 11.00-20 (?) tires. They are ladder-style chains, rugged, and will get you out of most a pinch. If you...

Maybe it helps: My passenger LED headlight will not come on with low beam from a cold start. It comes on fine and in full on high beam. If I drive in high beam for about 10 minutes or so and then switch to low it works from then on. I am sure it is a headlight-internal issue, not a truck...

Seems as if you eliminated the first suggestions already. My two cents would be to include the transfer case in the rule-out (disconnect shaft or shafts if you do not have front lockouts) and check the u-joints next.

Bummer - but thanks!

I am unlucky with surplus LED lighting. My truck has an iffy LED headlight. My Grote taillights worked fine for a year, but now I notice that one taillight no longer illuminates the bottom 1 1/2 rows of LEDs. Does this sound familiar to anybody? Ideas for a fix (other than trashing and replacing)?

I like the choice of lights but I am not as brave as you when it comes to the mounting location. I would be worried about what the winch cable is going to do to them.