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Dave72dt

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  1. Basically voltage in versus voltage out. A switch may have continuity but lack the capacity to transmit full voltage to the load it controls.
  2. I've seen one years ago. Used a welding helmet to watch occasionally as it progressed. It did get a little darker, about like early evening and the birds went quiet. I was getting paid to work, not to spend time staring at the sun, Maybe I'll stick my head outside and take a quick look but other than that, not that interested.
  3. I believe the Magnum has a bunch of electronics involved so be sure to grab the harness for it, the trans and pcm if you go that route. The older LA 360 would be easier to do if electronics conversion is an issue.
  4. A plain. simple test light will get you through 90% of the testing that needs to be done.
  5. Obviously the trans has to come back out. It does not have to be reinstalled to check for leaks. Level it up on a bench, fill to proper level and observe. Overfilling will cause leaks as will seals installed backwards or damaged.
  6. To say brass synchos are still there is also a broad statement. Metallurgy has changed in the synchro world. White paper reads will tell you it's gone from brass to paper lined to carbon fiber lined to sintered metal rings, depending on a number of factors. Some of these transmissions require a very specific oil because it can mess with the friction coefficient of the synchros. Read the label.
  7. Dennis Carpenter sells a plain rear bumper for 48-72 truck that might suit your needs and since it's not chromed you can cut and weld to get the width you need. He even has mount bracket that will give you that soggy diaper bumper look. If you need/want a slight bow in it, try a front bumper. GM aftermarket for your era truck probably has options as well. The bumper styles for trucks in this era aren't so different brand to brand that they would look out of place.
  8. Originally posted by Dennis_MN, 86-87 Ranger bumpers back in March 22, 2007. I can't get the images to post so if you want to look, you'll have to do a search for it. rear bumper and then advanced search by author Photobucket label across the image so it's not real clear.
  9. As I recall, it was from a Ford Ranger. Not the new ones. The older ones, small truck but I don't recall the year. Check out LMC truck parts. The often have options from painted to chrome.
  10. There's been several debates on proper electric fuel pump wiring setups regarding safety concerns. Time with search function should turn them up.
  11. There should be a tech support number you can call somewhere on the container. There's a possibility it's acquired some moisture somehow and could give the gl5 some strange characteristics.
  12. Assuming it's fuel related has the fuel filler cap vent been checked, does the fuel pump actually pump fuel immediately after it dies? Is there fuel in the carb bowl when it dies? Is the float set correctly? Is there a vacuum leak in or around the carb or manifold, pinhole in the fuel lines? Assuming it's ignition related, are the points installed correctly including the tension spring, do you have spark from the coil wire or at the plugs? How strong is the spark? Is the timing correct? What's the condition of that little wire inside the dist? Is it rubbing on anything and grounding out? Do you still have the point system installed or have you gone to electronic? Is the exhaust damaged or plugged? Does it run well when everything is cold? Does it start well after an extended cool down period? Did you find any problems in the carb or dist. when you rebuilt them?
  13. Either swap the wires or swap the hose connections. Swapping the hoses may not work if there is a check valve built into the pump.
  14. Since you are asking about things which pertain to starters, does that mean you have gotten your starter repaired and are ready to install? If so, what was found to be defective?
  15. Fairly obvious you have a direction you're leaning towards, and you want some verification to justify your decision. If I was your machinist I know what direction I would go in but I'm not and I'll leave it at that. You've already talked to at least 4 experts. Unless one of us is an engine machinist or an engineer well versed in piston and ring technology, all you'll get from us is an opinion based on what we think we know.
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