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If you do run it like this, please make certain you do not run it dry before the leak is repaired. All the best!

So, "since you asked" there is contradictory information on this topic. The -10 TM states "Keep it clean" and "engine must be cold" and then describes what to do when cleaning the engine compartment with water on page 2-6 The 1985 Chevy Trucks Owners Manual states that the engine should not be...

Not shock but lock. You can easily get liquid/water in a cylinder if you are not careful around the intake. One good sized drop is all it would take to bend a connecting rod or worse. Please search on the terms I provided: "Hydrolock (a shorthand notation for hydrostatic lock) is an abnormal...

Very good advice. There is another consideration as well. Absolutely no liquid can get into any cylinder. Look up "diesel engine hydraulic lock".

Just replaced the drag link (aka connecting rod) on the M1008. An easy job if you have the right tools. I have found a pitman arm puller makes removing those tapers s snap. Now, off for a road test.

Thanks Rick, good advice and I will keep an eye on it. I have had her out on the highway since with a decent load, up and down the rolling hills hour and a half trip to Worcester MA in 80F weather with zero issues. Forgot to mention that. The APDI PRO is a plastic tanked aluminum core FYI...

Recent trip to NH with a decent load in the M1008 bed, Gear Vendors OD, 70+ MPH achieved 16 MPG almost dead on. In my "normal" driving I regularly hit 18 MPG which is combination of "city" and "highway" driving. Developed an unusual off again on again vibration from the front end like a tire...

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One could be the Decon bracket. You should start another thread where people can post their interesting finds on/in their truck :D

LMC often sells others products. e.g. The headlight wiring harness is PUTCO brand. Is there a brand? Can you share images of the packaging? Thanks ...

Glad no one (but the deer) was hurt.

Are you sure your IP is not on it's way out? Clogged return fittings are a typical indication that the pump internals are disintegrating.