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  1. CrustyJunker

    COB LED 3rd Brake/Cargo Lights

    Happy to help. This place has helped me a few times with tips and tricks, just trying to give back! :waytogo:
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    COB LED 3rd Brake/Cargo Lights

    Just sharing a mod. I haven't tried any aftermarket 3rd brake lights/cargo lights, but I wasted a whole bunch of time COBbling (get it?) COB lights behind the factory 3rd brake light/cargo lens. Comparison shot incandescent vs. LED board. Operating at full voltage, truck running. I know...
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    Manual Cargo Light?

    Finally did this, and it works great. I tore my truck all apart trying to find a different way to do it - this method is definitely the easiest and most effective. I made a mess trying to get creative with it. :jester: I used a butt splice and opted for liquid tape to seal it from corrosion...
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    Good wheel offset?

    How wide of a rim did you plan on running?
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    Manual Cargo Light?

    I know this is an old thread, but I think I'd like to do this too. Subscribed to help myself remember, and I'll let everyone know how it goes!
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    eBay finds: 88-98 aftermarket accessories

    I've bought aftermarket components for years and it's fun to watch the accessories change with the times. I know I bought a set of 2005-popular JC Whitney tail lights that I liked enough to buy again for nostalgia sake when I saw them on eBay. The reflector in the reverse light was excellent...
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    How to: disable auto AC with defog

    Thanks for following up on this. I know this thread is old, but there's lots of helpful info that we've discovered and tried over the years. Makes it easier for the next guy. :waytogo:
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    Holley Classic Bumpers?

    I apologize in advance if I'm not much help. But how picky are you on it being brand new? Only asking because another member has a chrome OEM one in our classifieds right now if you haven't seen it. :) I don't have any experience with Holley's new ones. The former LMC Taiwanese...
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    Daily driver/beater 2007 charger

    I would've thought rebuild prices would have come down for those by now. The 5 speed truck transmissions (not the NAG1 like the cars) also costed $1,800 for a rebuild... And that was more than a decade ago!
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    My Flat Tappet Cam Wiped Out So I Decided To Go Roller

    That situation was on an EBL Flash with a smaller Comp "Computer Controlled," cam. I'm not sure if it was a band-aid for excessive cylinder pressure, fuel distribution, or another error on my part. ...Tuning slightly richer than textbook worked for me. :driver: The big cam learning...
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    My Flat Tappet Cam Wiped Out So I Decided To Go Roller

    My apologies, looks like this was discussed maybe 40 pages ago and I entirely missed the memo. :rofl: These are just ideas... Short version: if you're still showing knock at idle with your newly adjusted timing, try adding a little fuel and see if it reduces it or goes away. I'm not sure if...
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    My Flat Tappet Cam Wiped Out So I Decided To Go Roller

    I know this is a long thread, I'll have to look up your cam specs a little further. Edit: I looked, and I spy 110° lobe separation. We'll also have to mind your plug heat range, static compression, and/or cylinder pressure. We might not be able to completely eliminate all false knocks...
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    My Flat Tappet Cam Wiped Out So I Decided To Go Roller

    More advance with a bigger cams are usually needed at idle. With more overlap and lower RPM, you'll net more knock counts. It sounds cooler with a rougher idle, but 20°+ will get you a smoother idle, more vacuum, and should achieve less knock. Also, Comp typically grinds an additional 4° of...
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    Anyone have a truck that's rustyer? Had 79k miles

    Not uncommon where I live. I passed on a '93 full-size Blazer with 80,000 miles because it sat outside it's whole life as a plow truck. It was in similar shape. No rockers (not exaggerating), all fenders had rust holes, floor was going...Frame, axle, rear floor, and control arms extremely...
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    Factory Engine color?

    That "anodized," kind of paint worked for me too. I used it on an intake manifold it was marketed by VHT as "Metalcast." It's basically color-tinted clearcoat. I wanted a dark red color, so I bought a can of purple, and a couple cans of red. A light coat of purple gave me a dark base on...
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    My Flat Tappet Cam Wiped Out So I Decided To Go Roller

    Ohhh nooo, I don't like the sound of squealing. I hope a roller lifter didn't give up.
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    Body mounts

    Question 2, how tight did you put the mounts on? If they're significantly overtightened (power-squished with an impact), they'll be really rough. Polyurethane is firmer than the rubber, but I had some relief loosening mine up. Should you choose to do the same, reapply the bolts with...
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    Body mounts

    Sorry, confused on your wording. Are you saying your new body mounts ride rough?
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    Need some cam experts.

    As Gramps said...What's your static compression ratio right now and what RPM are you taking it to? Although your newer cam with the wider lobe separation is much better for your blower's efficiency, your cylinder pressure will probably go up some. Also, how much boost? (8-10 PSI guessing?)...
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    who are the go to steering/suspension parts now?

    I don't know if anyone else will chime in, this thread has been here awhile... Looks like the TTX stuff is made to their highest standards by their advertising: https://www.mevotech.com/brands/ttx/ Looks to me like a better sealed boot and painted/plated components for longer life and easier...
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    1988 GMC Vandura 5.7L Weird Overheating Issue (A-Team Drift Van)

    Very cool. That's another way to fix it! :driver:
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    1988 GMC Vandura 5.7L Weird Overheating Issue (A-Team Drift Van)

    Sounds like a cool project! I know you're not asking...But if the head gasket is actually bad the right thing to do is change it (or both in your best interest). Especially if this is going to be an actual "drift van," do it the right way and you won't be disappointed. I know there's some...
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    TRUCK IS ACTING CRAZY

    Sorry to hear about your frustrations, but we'll try to help you iron them out. I've had several of these trucks, one of them was the worst vehicle I'd ever owned. It stranded me more times than I could count, spent more hours and money fixing it than I ever wanted to, and lots of my problems...
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    Right rear tire locked up

    Glad it was an easy fix! I had something like this years ago on a daily driver - in my case wasn't just Midwest rust. Corner of a brake shoe cracked off and jammed the drum.
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    Bed Insulators

    Good info. I never knew those even existed. :rofl:

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