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  1. Macmatrix

    M1008 Front Suspension

    The rear is a block. Does this have the same dimensions as a 1 ton?
  2. Macmatrix

    M1008 Front Suspension

    After doing some more research I found a lift kit for half tons and three quarter tons. Would this work? Would I just need different u bolts?
  3. Macmatrix

    M1008 Front Suspension

    I have an 86 M1008 with a worn out front end. This summer I plan on rebuilding it with all new springs, tie rods, etc... Since I am purchasing new springs I was thinking about doing a 4in lift. I would like to do a 4in shackle flip in the rear and springs up front. Should I do 5in springs so...
  4. Macmatrix

    M1008 Not Reaching Running Temp

    I cut out some cardboard and attached it to the grill and noticed the temperature was about 140° F. The outside temperature was 5° F. I still didn't get the heat I would like to have. I guess its time to check the thermostat
  5. Macmatrix

    M1008 Not Reaching Running Temp

    If I let the truck idle for a long period of time will will heat up to about 160
  6. Macmatrix

    M1008 Not Reaching Running Temp

    The gauge sensor is in the back of the motor right next to the firewall. It also has an Auto zone special radiator cap which reads the same thing.
  7. Macmatrix

    M1008 Not Reaching Running Temp

    It is winter here in Michigan and my truck does not go over 110 degrees. It has a new radiator, heater core and thermostat all with in this last year. Do I need to put cardboard up front or is there another issue? Thanks
  8. Macmatrix

    86 M1008 Injection Pump Bolts

    I decided to turn the fuel up on my 6.2. When i was taking the top cover off of the injection pump 2 of the three bolts/screws broke off in the pump housing. I do not know what to do at this point. Any ideas? Many thanks, Chris
  9. Macmatrix

    Cucv Glow Plugs and Wiring

    So if I am understanding correct, the green wires hook up to thicker wires that lead to the relay on the fire wall?
  10. Macmatrix

    Cucv Glow Plugs and Wiring

    Over the years my glow plug wires have taken a beating. It is starting to get cold out where I live so o figured i would do it now before the snow flies. I need to rewire the glow plugs and was wondering if I could Daisy chain them or if i have to run separate wires. All information is...
  11. Macmatrix

    M1008 Won't Hot Start

    Well I took the starter in today. Turns out the solenoid went bad. Thank you to all for the help
  12. Macmatrix

    M1008 Won't Hot Start

    Well today I took the starter off of the truck. Plan on taking it in tomorrow and having it checked out. I do have the starter heat shield but I do not have the starter bracket that attaches on. I did find that if I let it sit for about 30 minutes it would fire right up. One thing I noticed when...
  13. Macmatrix

    M1008 Won't Hot Start

    How would i go about checking the starter? I have done the doghead starter relay mod. Has anyone had any issues with them? Should i replace that first?
  14. Macmatrix

    M1008 Won't Hot Start

    I forgot to add that it doesn't happen every time. I don't know if that would change anything
  15. Macmatrix

    M1008 Won't Hot Start

    After the truck gets up to operating temp and I shut it off it will not restart. I will turn the key and it will act like the batteries are dead. I have all new battery cables and the long cable that goes to the starter. Batteries tested good.
  16. Macmatrix

    M1008 reverse lights

    I will do that first thing today and see if it fixes the issue. Why would both bulbs be burned like they were?
  17. Macmatrix

    M1008 reverse lights

    Im not getting it at all through any gears
  18. Macmatrix

    M1008 reverse lights

    This has been a problem that I have been to lazy to fix and figured now is a good time to fix the issue. I have no reverse lights and i bought the truck this way. I went to check the bulbs and both were burned out. So I went to the autopart store and got me two new ones. They did nothing after...
  19. Macmatrix

    M1008 4wd problems

    I have an 86 m1008 with a 700r4. When it is in 4wd it will randomly disengage like it is in neutral. The 4wd shifting lever does not move. You have to shut the truck off, put it in park and place it in 2wd. Any ideas?
  20. Macmatrix

    M1008 Dash Lights

    When i get new bulbs would you recommend leds or just stock bulbs?
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