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    M1008 Glow Plug Intermittent Issue Any Ideas?

    Hi all- I have a 1986 M1008 with 89,966 miles on it. Never had any wiring/starting issues with it until now. Original 24V wiring has not been messed with. In October 2013 with exactly 80,000 miles on it I totally restored the truck- all new sheet metal, SM465/NP205 conversion, injection & water...
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    Need Advice on M1008 Phantom Noise/Smoke/Fuel Problem

    Utterly disgusted and need some advice from the experts on here. I have a 1986 M1008 that I bought with 37,000 original miles. Changed gear ratios to 4.10, put tinted glass in it- used it every day until I hit 79,955 miles. Never had a single problem, no complaints whatsoever. Around April 2013...
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    NP205 PTO Info Needed

    I am looking to install a Muncie PTO for the NP205 I am installing in my M1008. I found the original part number off of a PTO for a M1031, but after calling Muncie directly and giving them the part number- they told me I am missing a letter. Can anyone give me any advice? The number I gave...
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    M1008 Clutch Safety Start Switch Help

    Hey Guys- I am in the middle of restoring/modifying my 1986 M1008. I have removed the TH400/NP208 and am about to install a SM465/NP205 combo. I have finished installing the hydraulic pedals, slave, master cylinder, flywheel, bellhousing, etc. and have a quick question. Anybody ever do this swap...
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    M1008 Injection Pump

    Hey Guys- think my injection pump died in my '86 M1008. Quick question- do the CUCVs use an ordinary DB2 injection pump or should I be looking for something special? The governor retainer ring disintegrated and screwed up the pump I believe. Any info is greatly appreciated- thanks!
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    M1008 Brakes Pull Left

    Okay, if anyone can help me with this I will send them money for a case of beer as I am completely stumped. I have a 1986 M1008 I bought with 37,000 original miles. Truck was in nice shape when I bought it, just had been sitting for awhile. I removed the original Dana 60 front axle and replaced...
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    M1008 Rear Main Seal

    Hey- I may have a leaking rear main seal on my M1008 and before I tear it apart, was wondering if anyone knows if this is a one piece seal or rope seal? I'd like to be forewarned before I pull the truck all apart. The engine is a 1986 6.2L J code......I am getting a couple of drips every time I...
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    M1008 Front Driveshaft Trouble

    Hey guys- I am having some big time trouble with the front driveshaft in my 1986 M1008- maybe somebody could point me in the right direction here because I am at my wits end. I completely rebuilt a Dana 60 axle from lockout and lockout and decided to install it in the truck along with a Meyers...
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    Rebuilt 10 Bolt Front M1009

    Hey- anyone need a new 10 bolt front axle for their M1009? I rebult a 10 bolt front for someone that no longer needs it and am looking to sell. Axle is completely rebuilt with new everything- WARN premium locking hubs, brake rotors, all bearings and races, tie rods, U-Joints, ring and pinion...
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    Help with Glow Plugs

    Hi all- I have 2 1986 M1008s and both glow plug systems have their own issues. The first M1008 I got starts fine in cold/warm weather no real complaints there, but the glow plug system doesn't seem to have any after-glow. WAIT light illuminates, goes out, truck starts and light never comes back...
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    New Guy from NJ

    Hi all- just got 2 1986 M1008s.... found your site and hopefully I can contribute as much info as I take from it.....
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