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GM Starters are notorious for needing shims and new bolts as they stretch. My fix, resealed oil pan so no more oil getting into starter, Doghead Mod, new flywheel as they wear and the teeth get sharp, DB gear reduction starter, bolts, appropriate bracket, properly shimmed, and new battery...

Class 3 Hitch, trailer with brakes, and a trans cooler and you will be fine. Towing cap of a civy blazer is 5K. Safety first travel in the slow lane leaving plenty of room to stop and you will be fine. I tow an M101a3 with rails loaded with 30+ used tires once a week with no issues using the...

I have a brand new non slider passenger side if any one needs one for free. You just gotta come and get it.

84-86. 24V system is why the alternators are the way they are. When in doubt rebuild its the easiest if not take it to a knowledgeable rebuilder like Peavy Bros here in Jax. Just get familiar then decide.

OK, if this stuff confuses you I suggest you stay away from a CUCV and find you a nice gas Civy Blazer or K30.

Yes that fixes the starter problem. If buying from GL is complicated then look for private sellers. Try the craigslist in your area or see if one is listed on eBay. Buying from GL is like trukhead said and I quote Forest Gump. GL is "like a box of chocolates, you never know what your gonna get"...

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/60960-doghead-starter-relay-modifcation.html This is in the stickys at the top of the cucv forum and the 12V GP mod can be found by searching or I can walk you through it as it is easy and will save your GP system from 24V melt down.

Start looking on GL. There have been a few come up in upstate NY. I found my 09 on Craigslist and you can also search on eBay by typing in CUCV. As a daily driver an 08 in stock form tops out @ 55mph with it's 4:56 gear. An 09 is a better daily driver with it's 3:08 ratio but either will need a...

Awesome deal but tend to that cancer. The bed braces look a little deteriorated like the ones in the rear of my 09 and eventually the bed floor will crack. I paid $800 for my 09 with 23K miles but my floor and body mount sheet metal is swiss cheese (Fla Nat Guard Beachcomer)which has made the...

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Either, just do not mix. I had to redo my brakes due to the PO mixing. Mine is Dot 5 Silicone. Costs more but has a higher boiling point and does not absorb water. You will have to determine which is in yours. Smell and consistancy are a good indicator as each is distinct.

My 2 cents, My 09 pulls a loaded m101a2 full of tires just fine. I have a pop up I pull with a 93 Aerostar that has no issues or trailer brakes. I am this year going to pull the axle off off the pop up and weld it's frame to the frame of a m116a2 genny trailer. I will have brakes, pintle, off...

Manual momentary switch is cheap and can cause swollen plugs if held too long. The controller card when it's cold cycles the GP's after the engine is started to make sure all cylinders are firing until proper engine temp is reached which is better for the longevity of your 6.2. The manual switch...

If you want trouble free you will need to get the complete set up from CUCV Electric. Plugs, connectors, relay, temp sensor, and upgraded controller card. Do the 12V Bypass and it's done for a long time.

$500.00 for a toilet seat. $200.00 for a hammer. etc.

I am with EMR. These trucks are bone stock with no insulation or creature comforts so they are lighter unloaded and get better MPG. They are loud, slow, noisey, smelly, and obnoxious. If you are not a do-it yourselfer repairs will be expensive and there are alot of parts replacers out there that...

If your counting pennies let me add this into the equation. Because of the poor quality of todays ULSD diesel you will have to figure a lubricity additive as well for the longevity of the IP. Average price $8 to $10 a bottle which can do up to 4 tanks.

And a 700r4 trans with overdrive and cruise control.

You will need to call NAP as it is part of "their" kit.

The question is : Does one want to take the risk flat towing going to pick up a an 09 whose true condition is unknown? The risk is too great and no matter how smart or prepared you think you are you cannot predict what can happen so the safest way is the best way. Look at the members post that...