That looks like a beauty to me! I have owned several 2lt powered vehicles and I think this particular truck has the 2lt (not 2lte) - big difference... I would double- confirm this fact alone before contemplating purchase. Look for a black rocker cover with "2lt" on it in red letters. I have...
Do you have cardboard or similar in front of your rad? I image it has been pretty cold up there. If you are getting a positive read on the temp gauge when you have your circ heater plugged in I'm thinking your rig is not generating enough/any heat due to loss from the cold (and driving in it)...
The frame boss the frame
I can't help but wonder about a crusty can spec frame and your plan for using a 5.9 cummins. Is the frame up to this task? Do you have any reinforcements planned?
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Looked at another set I have that came off an 86 reg cab and they are same length! One side has a noticeable "bump" on the arm. Time to quit for tonight...
Hi - 1st post in the mini section...converted from rusty diesel cruisers!! I'm putting my 87 reg cab back together after a little roll-over and was wondering what side does the longer wiper arm attach to? Orig wiper arms and seems they are 2 different lengths, which side for what length...
Enjoyed your story! (aside from some misfortunes on #2 powerplant)!
If your checking out Toy rust buckets in the region of rusty crusty N BC again stop in and say Hi - I have a few donors scattered about too - we can trade ;)
Forgot to mention. I did the oil filler cap test today to look for excessive blow-by.
annd.....
NOTHING!
Cap just sat there. Even put my hand over it. Nothing.
Crazy...
YO BB! Long time no chat! Thanks for the kind words mang. Hope all is well with the clan. I'll shoot u a PM.
UPDATE: Put batts back in today from winter storage, new batt terminal, hit the ign and boom.... I dont think the crank turned 1/2 revolution before starting. Started up with...
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Had a good conversation with a chap here and he mentioned that maybe the birfield seal? has let go which would allow gear oil into the front wheel bearings and if so, then it would not be very good for the wheel bearing - maybe it would heat up? So now I'm not sure just how mobile it...
You didn't mention the price for the Lj71 but if it was the same price as the BJ or less, I would consider if in seriously good nick (looks to be). What kind of use(s) are you needing for your future cruiser? You will not be able to tow anything with the 2.4. The rust factor difference alone...