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Recent content by bruno_rs

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    storage

    hey guys, i'm new to wvo (haven't installed yet) and would like to know if wvo and/or other waste oils can be stored in a fiberglass storage tank. i can get a really good deal on a 1200 gallon bulkheaded tank from a guy who ran a (lawn/landscape) fertilizing co. and sold out to lawn doctor. this...
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    (wanted) success stories on 6.2l svo/wvo conv.

    Re: RE: (wanted) success stories on 6.2l svo/wvo conv. hey super, i see you're running both the svo system (truck) AND bio system (garage?). i may be able to line myself up with a few reputable wvo sources... how much did it cost to convert your "burban" and the what would you say the degree...
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    found a source for veg oil in philley pa

    hey all, have you guys installed wvo and/or svo systems in your 1008 and/or 1009. i have both and very interested in learning the manufacturers, parts, cost and mechanical ability needed to "correctly" convert, my cucv's. are these alt. setups something that can be done in a weekend by a...
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    SVO vs WVO vs BD single and dual tank systems

    RE: Dual tank hey guys, i have a 1008 and 1009. i'd like to install a wvo system on both. are you already set up to run wvo? if so what system are you running and how much did it set you back? where are you getting your wvo from? thanks, looking forward to hearing from you. have a good one.
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    might be selling 1008

    hey weldergonecrazy, nice truck! i have a 1008 and 1009 and would like to install a wvo system on both. can you go thru what you had to do, where you got the parts and what it set you back? any info will be greatly appreciated. thanks, good luck in selling it but i'm sure it will go as quickly...
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    M1009 Advice

    RE: Re: M1009 Advice in agreement with all the posts here. i have both a 1009 and 1008. shearing starterbolts is big issue, flywheel missing "teeth" due to the starters "jumping" out, and glow pugs and/or relays failing another. my 1009 has a 700r4 and 32"s, so she cruises at what you want her...
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    Looking for m1008/m1009 NJ

    hey jason, you may want to check ebay #250222479428. the 1009 (blazer) is up for 1200 to start (no bidders yet) with a 1400 buy it now. it looks fairly clean and is located in pitt. pa. might be worth transporting, depending on your budget. good luck... be well. have a good one.
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    help... 1008 and 1009 keep SNAPPING off starter studs!!!

    Re: RE: Re: RE: Re: RE: Help M1008 and M1009 thanks phil, i'll make sure i do what you suggest. i'm new to diesels... it may sound stupid but what is the best way to test individual glow plugs... could you elaborate? so glad i found this site, you guys really know your stuff... thanks again...
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    help... 1008 and 1009 keep SNAPPING off starter studs!!!

    RE: Re: RE: Re: RE: Help M1008 and M1009 surpdlr, the weasel looks like ALOT of fun. good luck and be well. thanks again for your help.
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    help... 1008 and 1009 keep SNAPPING off starter studs!!!

    Re: RE: Re: RE: Help M1008 and M1009 surpdlr, thanks for the links... should have figured, from your screen name, you might be a dealer... threw me for a loop when you posted a page of numbers as replacements. do you know which is the best plug for the money? very cool ride... what is it...
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    help... 1008 and 1009 keep SNAPPING off starter studs!!!

    Re: RE: Re: RE: Help M1008 and M1009 surpdlr, according to indusadist.com (distributor on ebay) wellman automotive products (wap) manufacture these plugs. according to their description, they claim it is a no swell plug. i'm hoping these will work for my trucks... i just ordered 2 sets. where...
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    help... 1008 and 1009 keep SNAPPING off starter studs!!!

    hey kid, the truck didn't start too easy in the cold before my "wiring issue" but now, it won't start at all, no matter how long i crank it... spray in some ether and boom... contact!. at this point, if the glow plugs may have needed replacement (before the short) they must need em now. i read...
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    help... 1008 and 1009 keep SNAPPING off starter studs!!!

    Re: RE: Re: RE: Help M1008 and M1009 a buddy of mine was telling me he had a similar problem (chewing up starters and bolts) in his big block 454. said his problem was the starter needed to be shimmed (just right) and braced. mike, i just picked up 2 sets of wellman glow plugs on ebay. thanks...
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    help... 1008 and 1009 keep SNAPPING off starter studs!!!

    Re: RE: Re: RE: Help M1008 and M1009 mike, was this bracket also on NON military 6.2's or just the cucv's? i was told the starters are completely differnet because of the 24 volt system.
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