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    Jump Start Question

    Quicky question here.. Sooo I have a few accessories on my M998.. 6.5NA with 60amp alt. Im tailgating this weekend and worried my stereo might drag down my batteries a little. I have (2) 12v jump start packs available.. Could I (can I) if needed hook up one jump starter to each battery and...
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    3 lever switch... Start lever screw size ?

    Well I was painting up some parts and might have lost a screw.. 3 lever light/start switch... Lost the screw for the Start Lever... Anyone know size? Length, pitch? I really dont wanna take it out to bring it somewhere to check threads.. Appreciate any info.. Seems that the lower two levers...
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    Sway Bar Install Question...

    Just rebuilt entire front end.. New A arm bushings, ball joints, pitman, idler, sway bar bushings... So, how the Hell do you get this sway bar back on??? The STRUGGLE is real ... Any suggestions would be appreciated.. All hooked up except one end to lower a arm... Cant get bolt to line...
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    Hub assembly

    Ok… can’t tell from TM what orientation this spindle spacer goes in… I’m assuming narrow side toward bearing…. Anyone have some insight ? Like this.. Thanks fellas….
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    Ugghh Drag Link question

    EDIT: FOUND photos and answers,,, Thanks again.. Anyone tell from photo what drag link I have? 1988 M998 with 2006 rebuild date.. Struggling with matching up Idler and Pitman arms…. Thanks for looking ..
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    Idler arm question

    Been rehabbing my front end and Looking at my idler arm.. Is there a way to tell if it’s shot ?? Looks pretty stout… Also, since it’s a bit worn, this bushing (marked in photo) is missing on mine.. Does anyone know if this is plastic (polyethylene) or a rubber type spacer ? Thanks for any...
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    Half Shaft

    Ok, here's the dilemma. Torn Cv boot on 7k half shaft. 1989 M998.... Rebuilding it, but it's not truly serviceable in my book... Was going to go to 10k shafts at some point. What do you guys think the problem might be running (1) 10 k shaft with the other 3 at 7k..??? Does anyone think...
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    Happy Thanksgiving !!!!!

    Just wanted to reach out and wish Everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.. I have so much to be grateful for everyday.. Enjoy your family and friends and take a minute to reflect on what you are thankful for.. Thanks everyone !!! Ocho Out !!!
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    Battery Disconnect Quick Question

    How are you guys installing master battery disconnect switch? I’m under the impression that breaking the ground side is maybe the way to go, but should I be taking it off the end of the second battery or between batteries ?? Confused.... Here’s a picture of what I’m using.. Pollak keyed...
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    Wobble at 35..

    Ok, just putting this out there for some recommendations .. 1989 M998... Lube order done, rebuilt tranny and t case to spec.. inspected all drivetrain.. Recently replaced runflats with Trailworthy PVC inserts, torqued to spec and balanced.. So before tire runflats removal and balancing, had...
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    O ring for 12 bolt wheel ?

    Well, my taco Tuesday is ruined because I can’t find a good answer for my issue. Removing runflats and putting wheels back together.. Ordered black o ring, because that’s what came out of it.. Now I’m seeing Red..🤯... Should it be red or black ?? Looking through all the posts, new 12 bolt...
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    Wipers question

    Just put my wipers back into service.. when I start them they want to go up.. am I missing something here?? I can put them on an park them on drivers side, but I know that’s not correct position.. I’m stumped.. almost like motor is Reversed somehow... could it be in the linkage inside window...
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    Disabling Glow Plugs Temporarily

    Hey guys, was gonna run some voltmeter testing on my fuel gauge/ sender and was wondering if there is a simple way to disable glow plugs? TM wants rotary switch in run position, but I don't want to keep cycling plugs to check circuits.. Rather not have engine blaring while I'm under dash...
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    Brake light switch

    Hola peeps... can anyone shoot me the TM number to look for the brake light switch adjustment.. I’ve been looking through my manuals and can’t seem to find it.. My switch is jacked.. The pivot link off the brake pedal is nowhere near where the switch is.. I need some detailed pics and such...
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    Rear seatbelt position...

    Quick question.. looked at the MWO and have no access to templates.. M998 2 man to 4 man conversion.. Which of the holes from the old troop seat bolt holes does the seatbelt riser pivot on ?? Thanks my peeps ..
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    Steering wheel removal...

    1989 M998.... Cant get the dang steering wheel off... Tried a two prong puller...Soaking threads with PB blaster... Uggh.. Any tips or tricks.. Im assuming just the big nut is holding it on.. There isn't a secret or something 😂😂😂 Id put the torch to it, but I think there are perishable...
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    SHOW ME THE SEATS.....

    Show me your seats... The Good, The Bad, The Ugly !!!!!!! And no Butt photos please!!!! Next step in my build is getting into some seats.. I've seen all the posts and threads.. I want to see real world pictures and honest opinions as to why you like or don't like your seating.. BTW I'm...
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    Good Deals.....

    Wondering if there is any interest in starting a new "forum" or "thread" relating to Good Deals anyone has found for parts and such.. I know we all spend quite a bit of time researching parts for our beloved beasts and maybe we could collaborate. It would be easy to use the search tool and find...
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    Rear Radius Rod

    Tearing down rear end on the 88’ M998. Want to replace the rear radius rods because one is bent and one has some bad threads... So I can’t seem to find anything longer than 10.87” as a replacement.. The ones on my rig are a solid 12” long.. Has anyone else had a problem with this or know...
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    Stuck Fan Clutch

    So got the 1988 M998 fired up last month. Run it in 10-15 minute intervals to keep battery's topped and get to temp. Noticed my fan is engaged and wont disengage when I unplug my Caddy Valve..I can see its working because hoses flex under pressure. Any good fixes for stuck fan clutch??? Can...
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