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  1. custm86

    Doghead Starter Mod Question

    I'm switching my 86 M1009 over to 12v with three batteries, two specifically for the starting system. Will the relay mod from Doghead still be ok with a 12v system?
  2. custm86

    Starter recommendations?

    So....I've now gone through two gear reduction starters from an Ebay seller. I've done the Doghead relay mod, and rewired the entire starter sytem. All battery contacts and terminals have been replaced. I'm not going to get another starter through Ebay. Does anyone have any suggestions on where...
  3. custm86

    Doghead starter relay question

    I've called multiple NAPA's and no one can seem to locate the relay part #7-01860-1. Is there an updated part number? They can't even seem to search by amperage rating. Thanks for all the help!!
  4. custm86

    Loose Front Hub HELP!!

    Ok, so first of all I wanna say thanks to everyone on this site for all the help and advice. It's come in very handy. This is the new issue.......I noticed some grease on my front wheels. Upon further inspection I found the Locking hubs to be slightly loose and grease around the hub. The...
  5. custm86

    rear diff oil?

    I've done a lot of searching and haven't found my answer. I'm changing the rear diff oil and want to be sure the WIKI is still relevant. It says to use 90/75. But some other posts ive seen recommend 70/140 with some additive. Can i get a few recommendations from the geniuses on here??? I...
  6. custm86

    Freeze plug heater troubles?

    I purchased a freeze plug heater from napa, installed it, and drove for about two hours. It then promptly popped out of place and spewed coolant all over the engine bay. When I look up heaters all of the part numbers are different sizes from what everyone on here recommends. When i look up the...
  7. custm86

    HELP, Batteries dying on startup!!

    I'm having one **** of a time starting my m1009 in the cold. If its plugged in, it'll start after cycling the plugs twice. If I don't plug it in, The batteries will last for about four to five cranks and then just die. I've searched the forums and can find nothing that helps me yet. I've...
  8. custm86

    Which antifreeze/coolant?????

    I'm completely new to this hobby so please be patient guys!!!! I've always had gas engines. I just purchased a great M1009 6.2L I'm about to install a lower radiator hose heater. What is the recommended antifreeze/coolant to replace and what is the capacity? Thanks in advance. And yes i searched.
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