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87cr250r's latest activity

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    87cr250r replied to the thread Fuel Spout / Donkey dick seal.
    If it's just a washer, if you can provide dimensions maybe someone can make some. How much are you willing to spend? $56 gets you a...
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    87cr250r replied to the thread What to do while I'm at it....
    The stock radiator was the best. You can't get those. I tried the aftermarket brass units, they're junk. Half the weight of stock and...
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    87cr250r replied to the thread Starter bellhousing clearance.
    What grease are you using in the pilot bushing? Lithium grease are terrible for that application. A polyurea grease will do you better...
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    People walked across that desert without crankshaft pullies, transfer cases, Starlink, cell phones, etc earlier than the Donner party of...
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    87cr250r replied to the thread 35kw Get only putting 50 volts.
    I have had an alternator with bad diodes keep an engine running after the ignition is turned off.
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    That is quite possible. The HEUI system operates the same as the newer common rail systems. There is a minimum pressure required for a...
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    Those are standard plugs, there should be compatible with many brands. It's an IEC standard. I don't remember the number. They're often...
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    87cr250r replied to the thread MEP803A 10K Rotor end bearing.
    Cage failures are the result of lack of lube, possibly from breakdown of the lubricant. As I said, you'll probably see longer life from...
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    87cr250r replied to the thread CUCV II 6.5 Alternator type.
    I drilled out a CS130 alternator and installed plastic sleeves and Garolite washers to isolate the case. It works but I'm looking for a...
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    87cr250r replied to the thread M1028a2 Boom!!.
    Batteries will show full voltage until the are placed under load. Have you confirmed the batteries are in good condition?
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    87cr250r replied to the thread Engine mounts.
    Energy Suspension inserts are good. You need to make sure you get the right engine mounts. There are two options, 3.1116 and 3.1152. If...
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    87cr250r replied to the thread MEP803A 10K Rotor end bearing.
    It's $44 at McMaster-Carr. https://www.mcmaster.com/product/6661K126 The special grease call out is not necessary, detrimental even. A...
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    87cr250r replied to the thread CUCV II 6.5 Alternator type.
    The CS144 rectifier looks like this. There is no location for a stud on the negative side. That would need to be added.
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    87cr250r replied to the thread ? storing used parts.
    If you're storing in closed containers look for VCI paper and oils. Volatile corrosion inhibitors do work well. They do need to be...
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    87cr250r replied to the thread ? storing used parts.
    It isn't oxygen that causes seals to degrade. Different types of rubber have different shelf lives. Buna is 10 years. Viton is typically...
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