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  1. Russm

    M1009 Lift Adventure

    Just finished lifting my M1009. Thought I'd share my experience. Started with pretty much stock truck. Bought: 16.5" rims: 4 matching and 1 spare from craigslist. $100 for the set. 5x Goodyear Wrangler radials 37x12.50x16.5 - Hummer Tires. 100dollarman.com - Picked up locally $600 for the...
  2. Russm

    M1009 Runs Cold

    Issue seems to be solved. New thermostat is in and it is warming up to the proper temperature now.
  3. Russm

    So-Cal 6-18-15 Gorman Day Trip

    Map of the area: http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/pages/1170/files/hungryvalleymap.pdf
  4. Russm

    So-Cal 6-18-15 Gorman Day Trip

    Thought I'd post this here to see if anyone wants to make some friends [emoji1] and since I've assembled a nice sized group so far. So date is set to Thursday June 18. Gripy wants to use the side entrance to the park at smokey bear rd. We can meet at the Parker Rd / Ridge Rte Rd. Exit off the...
  5. Russm

    M1009 Runs Cold

    Just to clarify. I need the 195* thermostat?
  6. Russm

    M1009 Runs Cold

    Would any of these be the proper thermostat?
  7. Russm

    M1009 Runs Cold

    Temp probe is working properly. Gauge shows 140* at most and the hose feels like hot water from the faucet. I can keep my hands on it.
  8. Russm

    M1009 Runs Cold

    Recently put in a temp gauge and sensor, replacing the idiot light sensor. Found that my truck runs cold. Temp never goes above 140*F. Even after extended periods of driving around the city. Ambient temp is 60-70s so it's not like it's too cold outside. My brother's 1008 runs around 180F. Is...
  9. Russm

    M1009 Lift Kits

    3.5" lift front. 3" springs + add a leaf 4.5" lift rear. Shackle flip +add a leaf. Rear springs tend to sag after time, require more lift to make it look level. 37" Humvee radial tires
  10. Russm

    14b on a M1009 Issue

    The drive shaft had another 1-2" or so of play before it popped out of the t-case
  11. Russm

    14b on a M1009 Issue

    The 1350 size u joint does not fit into the yoke, the end caps are too big. The 1310 u joint is too short between the end caps, although one of its caps fits into the yoke if you hold the u joint to one side. I believe I have a 1330. My original driveshaft + u-joint fits perfect into the yoke on...
  12. Russm

    14b on a M1009 Issue

    Putting a 4.5" rear lift on my 1009 with a 14b axle. The bolts that hold the u joint strap are contacting the end of the driveshaft and preventing it from turning. We are thinking we need to use shims to make the yoke point up a little to solve this issue. I am wondering if anyone has any...
  13. Russm

    M1009 Drag Link Dust Boot

    Found the pair on amazon for $7.50 shipped. Fits like a glove
  14. Russm

    M1009 Drag Link Dust Boot

    Thanks Timarr i will check thoseout
  15. Russm

    M1009 Drag Link Dust Boot

    Yes plowboy that's what I'm referring to.
  16. Russm

    M1009 Drag Link Dust Boot

    Having trouble finding this piece. Putting new axles under the m1009 and noticed the dust boot was torn up so I need a new one. Cannot for the life of me find one after searching for several days Here's hoping someone has a source
  17. Russm

    2015 SoCal Spring Rally

    It's smaller fruitier foreign cousin will be attending however.
  18. Russm

    2015 SoCal Spring Rally

    Looks like I am a solid maybe for this one
  19. Russm

    14bolt Axle Swap into M1009

    Complete with not very accurate tape measure
  20. Russm

    14bolt Axle Swap into M1009

    A forum member is doing the upgrade for me. I'll point him here
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