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    ? storing used parts

    Dumb question, but what do you guys do with your used parts? Like I replaced the air pack and hate to throw away the parts yet store them so they can be used later for a rebuild if needed. I try and keep some extra parts on hand especially if in the future parts could get hard to find... I do...
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    Is this vehicle dependable? I need advise

    M1078? my work truck blew up , I got another truck and someone slammed and totaled it. So Im grabbing another work truck like NOW.. I saw this and was curious- same price a use pick up
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    Deuce steering box leak

    Bro's is it hard to change the seal in the steering box? I dont guess there much else in there - maybe a gasket ? Thanks
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    air pressure too high?

    hey , My gauge is showing 120+ on my air pressure. Is there a pop off valve if it gets to high? or is my gauge wrong? I keep worring it will blow an airline and lose brakes YIKES ruuut row. Thanks Gents
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    m35a2 master cylinder cap and airpack question

    Guys I got my new master cylinder and airpack, both are installed. but 2 questions 1 the new master cylinder has a 1/8 inch plug on top of the cap ( do I need to vet that? remove the plug and run a vent line? my old one just had a plastic cap and no vent 2 the brake line from the master...
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    1028 Transmission swap question

    I have a 1028, I got a 4L80 . I used to build transmissions yrs ago. wish me luck lol, but has anyone here done that swap?( it has the 400 Turbo in it now), I know it needs a stand- alone computer to make it shift , and driveshaft work. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks
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    I got a stupid question

    My brake fluid needed topped off so I put in dot5 , but now Im thinking how do I know what fluid was in it to start with? it is a menmphis equipment truck ( if anyone knows what they might use.. I got to drive my deuce in the am cause my transmission went out in my work truck.. So driving the...
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    New piston designs

    maybe we could get them to make some for the Deuce, wasnt sure where to post it , but kool info
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    Deuce Fan mod/ upgrade

    Guys Ive searched and swore there was a post on changing the Deuce fan out and putting a Duramax fan in its place. Anyone done this ? I cant find the post.. Thanks
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    Question about frame/ rail bumper extension

    Hey everyone, Im wanting to turn my bumper over on the M35 (it's a non-winch) and move the bumper forward enough to install an electric winch my questions are are the (Id call it )frame extensions a big C channel? or ? is it better to find some off another deuce or just get metal from a Fab...
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    Spacer B/T the rear dual wheels

    Does anyone know if there is a place to get spacers to go between the rims on a deuce? My reason for asking is I have tossed it back and forth about going super singles or leave the duals on the truck. My reason for going with singles would be a little more top end speed and IMO it looks...
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    axle seal question

    I have a question, I have not changed any seals in the M35's ( but I have built a lot of automatic transmissions) anyway I have seen videos and heard people say - That sometimes when they tighten the nut on the shaft the tang breaks off on the seal. So ( dumb question time) , wouldn't it help -...
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    Maybe a stupid question But

    Has anyone tried to bolt on a procharger instead of using a turbo?( Im thinking of using one on a 6.5) I don't think it would be too difficult install But what say you.. Thanks Bruhs
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    A few questions for my new soon project

    Well Gents , years ago I have a deuce and ended up selling it . Ive found another and I hope to bring it home next week .. I'll be driving thru central KY to TN .I'll post before traveling in case I break down - maybe I could get some verbal help.. But its only 4-5 hours,less than 400 miles . I...
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    Does anyone runs a super singles on your dually?

    Im going with 35 inch tires but I was thinking of just going with super singles in the rear, I can get 35 tall and 14 wide ( I will run 10 inch in the front ) . anyone have pictures ? or what rims do ya have. Im tossing the issue of 2 ( per side) 10 wide , or 1- 14 inch wide . Im jut...
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    6.2 and 6.5 engine questions

    My 6.2 with 29k miles is knocking ( ugggh) , So a friend of mine has a 6.5 T .. it also has a knock - but the whole top end was rebuilt and he's selling me the engine complete with turbo , brackets everything for $500... now my question - I want to tear it down and put in a steel crank ( I...
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    2 quick questions for my 84 m1028

    1 best place to purchase 4 inch leaf springs ( front ) - maybe rear also The best replacement glow plugs - also will they work on 6.2 and 6.5? Im planning on keeping the factory set up if possible. are the glow plugs 12v? Thank you Gents!!
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    4L80E question

    I was reading discussions on using a 4L80E without a computer ( going full manual) but my question is will it bolt up to a 6.2? and I believe it will bolt to my transfer case but I may be wrong. anyone used a 4L80?
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    Vehicle lift and tires

    Can you guys share what you've done with your trucks as far as lifting it and or tires. ( pictures please) . I have the 84 dually, and I'm thinking about a 5-6 lift I like the price of humvee tires and rims, yet not sure if they will fit and not sure what to do for the rear.. I will not...
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    6.2 engine question

    I have a dumb question- what is the knocking noise in the 6.2 diesels ? It sounds like a rod or broken flywheel... Yet Ive heard a lot of these engines have a knocking noise . Mine only has 26K miles ..
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