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My M1031 had two good glow plugs and wouldn't start without ether unless it was 70f or warmer out. I never had a smoke issue though. Forget checking them. Have a box of new AC60's for $60 ready to install. Whatever GPs come out in good shape, keep them as spares. If it doesn't solve your...

I do not consider myself a diesel expert but I am pretty sure on a NA diesel: black smoke is unburnt fuel blue is burning oil white is from cold combustion (malfunctioning glow plug or intake heater grid or just really freakin' cold), incorrect pump timing, or headgasket issue I think a...

Regardless of what problem is causing this, I would pull the cluster and clean all connections including the twist bulb bases and anything else that has electricity running through it. I had so many issues with charging and bulbs functioning. Takes a while but you need to run some sandpaper...

Unless you do a full hydraulic pressure test and possibly a minor teardown, you will never find the problem. I just got done with a student at school that was having a 700r4 shift flare issue. It would have a long delayed shift into between a few gears and would flare the rpms's if the throttle...

Good point on the shims. I will remember that when I do the kingpins on my 1031. Another point on the alignment. Everyone says old straight axle rigs can be done with a tape measure but most need alittle more toe in than stock to keep wobble at bay. Always worth $50 to have it put on a rack.

Good luck with the trans. Mine would only shift at WOT because of a broken downshift solenoid, cracked vacuum hoses, and a stuck governor.

If you can verify that hitting one tire on one particular pot hole or bump will cause the death wobble, then swap tires left to right and front to back to verify that the problem still exists. If it doesn't, it's tire related. If it does, then it isn't a tire issue. Tires even when balanced or...

Don't forget to check/replace the bushing and seal in the extension housing of the tcase.

I ordered stuff two weeks ago and it came in a few days later. Not sure...

I ordered stuff two weeks ago and it came in a few days later. Not sure...

That is the factory plastic injected retainers. If you put them in a press and push hard enough they will snap but it will be violent and unnecessary. You can heat them up with a propane torch. You do not need to get the yoke glowing cherry red. Just enough heat to make the plastic squeeze out...

Run some retreads from treadwright.com an save your money for the axle swap. Or find some used tires on craigslist.

From a technical standpoint, how would the oil become blacker sooner?

Ditto on the M1008 axles, bone stock will bolt in and work great. If you can't find them, I would look after some dually Chevy axles because you can run stock Humvee beadlocks without spacers.

36's and 10 bolts don't mix. If you plan on running that size, plan on doing a 14/60 swap. If you can reduce the tire size, they can last with good maintenance and a light foot. I've owned lots of lockers and limited slips. The best I've had in your description of use is a true trac. If you...

Replacement mirror for $6 or $8 on RockAuto. You will have to measure before you order, I think there are 3 to choose from. Very happy with mine.

99% of the cars/trucks on the road have engines with filters that are not vertical facing up. If this was such a major concern, engine makers would mount them correctly so they can be pre-filled. If it is, I certainly would fill it but most of the time you can't. An engine right after an oil...

Shouldn't need an anti drainback valve because it is mounted vertically but always good piece of mind. I will make sure I get the better filter next time. Not filling a filter is BS, a warm engine with warm oil takes a whopping second to fill. Engines can idle with no oil pressure without...

I think you answered your own question. If you ground out the blue wire at the card and the rest of the GP system works, then it all falls on the card. If the card is cycling incorrectly it may be a temp sensor or failed GP's but it will still work somewhat. Pony up the $70 and get a new one...

Thanks for the info, appreciate the help.