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Yes, the inner tubes will do just fine. They are usually good for a size up or down. Inner tubes for 9.00-20 have successfully been pressed into service for the 11.00-20 tires. One size DOWN is likely better than stretching the tubes into a much bigger tire. GIft horse, mouth etc. and I agree...

My pics from a couple years ago, doing that very work (while replacing the dog bone ends). I can cheat when lifting, due to the massive trailer hitch on my truck.

A burr at the ferrule can cause persistent leaking. You could polish the ferrule with fine sand paper or scotch brite, then blow the line through and clean the ferrule, put a dab of grease on it (to grease between the line and the nut) and reassemble. If it still is not dry, tighten a little...

Here is my view of the world: No, you really want the weight off the trunnion to assess/adjust and also grease properly. That means jacking up the frame until both axles are hanging free. Yes, it is a bit of a pain. What you CAN do with the wheels on the ground is to take the covers off and...

Queen Lola went on a 125 mile/190km jaunt today. She was happy at 55 mph/88km/h turning 2100 rpm for most of it, some hilly backroads, a little gravel. She really ran well. No undue noises (always welcome) and no undue leaks. A few drips from the transmission (normal when hot). Side windows...

@Aussie Bloke I am sure your truck will like its buddy! Hope it all goes well!

I cannot un-see that image in my head. :poop:

Went on a backroads drive for a couple of hours. I live in a beautiful area when the weather is nice! I arrived at the end of a road and the only way to turn around was to use a guy's driveway. I decided to be polite and ask permission, rather than just backing into his driveway (the guy was...

Behr. Goes on easy, looks good, water cleanup. Sent from my SM-G950W using Tapatalk

This post also has a few tips. https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/brake-frustrations.198123/ Can't hurt to remove the splash plate of the MC lid and also check with a flashlight that there is a vigorous stream of brake fluid returning to the MC when the brake pedal is released. Should see...

I second what Elk said...time to pull the HH off and see what you find. Also time to change the three Orings and never touch the thing again (hopefully). Sent from my SM-G950W using Tapatalk

I found that just tightening the two piece rim did not seal the beads sufficiently to allow the tire to inflate. Mind you, I am using the Canadian two-piece rims that look very much like the A3 rims, but there is no additional "insert" in addition to the two rim pieces. Maybe that is a...

Um...hose runs from air supply to the wiper control valve in the dash and then to the wipers. What you cut after that dash valve doesn't matter, as long as you leave the dash valve closed.

@HDN Looking good! I just did my two piece rims. I used a 3/4 Milwaukee impact to spin the nuts off. They were on tight. I suppose you will be using new O-rings as well. How do you plan on sealing the beads for re-inflation?

You better ask in the 5ton forum!

Nice!

The front end geometry is set up for bias ply tires. You will want to first measure (and, if needed, adjust) toe-in. Typically, with bias ply, toe in is set at 1/4 inch toe in. You will want to turn that to zero. Then road test and see whether manners improved. If it is better, but still bad...

I see you are in AK; we have some members from there and it would be cool if they could chime in regarding going prices and availability. What do you plan to do with the truck? If I wanted one as a trail rig, I would be more concerned about drivetrain and brake reliability; less concerned about...

That ought to settle the frame debate. It is a long wheelbase version frame from the factory. These came with water purification units and I think also workshop bodies on them. Yours with just a bed (and a crane) must be a speedster, compared to the same truck lugging around a 7000-something...

I would say that the sale price at a commercial repair/refurbishing business reflects their business model. On top of purchasing, transporting and storing, they have to pay for every second someone looks at, inspects or works on this truck, and all the parts - and make a profit at the end. That...