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  1. Macmatrix

    M1008 Front Suspension

    I have an 86 M1008 with a worn out front end. This summer I plan on rebuilding it with all new springs, tie rods, etc... Since I am purchasing new springs I was thinking about doing a 4in lift. I would like to do a 4in shackle flip in the rear and springs up front. Should I do 5in springs so...
  2. Macmatrix

    M1008 Not Reaching Running Temp

    It is winter here in Michigan and my truck does not go over 110 degrees. It has a new radiator, heater core and thermostat all with in this last year. Do I need to put cardboard up front or is there another issue? Thanks
  3. Macmatrix

    86 M1008 Injection Pump Bolts

    I decided to turn the fuel up on my 6.2. When i was taking the top cover off of the injection pump 2 of the three bolts/screws broke off in the pump housing. I do not know what to do at this point. Any ideas? Many thanks, Chris
  4. Macmatrix

    Cucv Glow Plugs and Wiring

    Over the years my glow plug wires have taken a beating. It is starting to get cold out where I live so o figured i would do it now before the snow flies. I need to rewire the glow plugs and was wondering if I could Daisy chain them or if i have to run separate wires. All information is...
  5. Macmatrix

    M1008 Won't Hot Start

    After the truck gets up to operating temp and I shut it off it will not restart. I will turn the key and it will act like the batteries are dead. I have all new battery cables and the long cable that goes to the starter. Batteries tested good.
  6. Macmatrix

    M1008 reverse lights

    This has been a problem that I have been to lazy to fix and figured now is a good time to fix the issue. I have no reverse lights and i bought the truck this way. I went to check the bulbs and both were burned out. So I went to the autopart store and got me two new ones. They did nothing after...
  7. Macmatrix

    M1008 4wd problems

    I have an 86 m1008 with a 700r4. When it is in 4wd it will randomly disengage like it is in neutral. The 4wd shifting lever does not move. You have to shut the truck off, put it in park and place it in 2wd. Any ideas?
  8. Macmatrix

    M1008 Dash Lights

    Recently I noticed that my gen 2 light was not coming on before I started the truck. On closer inspection i noticed that i had lost my dash lights. I decided to pull the cluster and take a look. What is the best way to test the lights in the cluster while not being in the truck?
  9. Macmatrix

    M1008 Hurculiner Floor Board

    I am thinking about lining my floor with hurculiner. I have read that the paint may be hazardous if skin contact or breathing it in. Is this true? If so what precautions should I take?
  10. Macmatrix

    M1008 batteries

    I had a battery go bad in my 86 m1008 so i bought a new one. My question is the other battery is a 31-1000 with 1000 cca and the new battery is a 27-2 with 810 cca. If i use the 2 together with it damage anything?
  11. Macmatrix

    Cucv Hard Start

    I have a 86 m1008 that cranks very slow (like dead batteries) when you first turn the key. After turning the key after a minute or two it will crank fast enough to start. After it is warmed up it will start right up. The truck has good batteries, new battery cables,new positive starter cable...
  12. Macmatrix

    M1008 wont start

    My 86 m1008 turns over very slow. It has 24.8 volts. Any ideas?
  13. Macmatrix

    M1008 Light Bar

    I have a m1008 and want to make a light bar. If anyone has any ideas, pictures, blue prints, or designs all will be appreciated.
  14. Macmatrix

    M1008 Rear Differential Hose

    I have a 86 m1008 and was looking under it and saw this hose coming out of the rear differential. I don't know if the rest of the hose is missing or if it was never there. If it is all there and nothing is missing, what is the purpose of the hose?
  15. Macmatrix

    Gen 1 & Gen 2 light ?

    When I turn my M1008 to the accessory position (before I start) only the Gen 1 light comes on. I have heard that they are both supposed to come on. Any ideas?
  16. Macmatrix

    Is there a difference in the cucv?

    I was wondering if there was a difference between the 1984 m1008 and the 1986 m1008?
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