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Almost always the starter solenoid. The problem is the starter has to be removed to change it, so most people just throw a whole new starter in, as the job is so involved. I personally just did the solenoid, as I preferred to stay with the original larger starter motor, vs the new model which is smaller.
I ordered the water pump and t-stat from Rock Auto (Aisin) - the water pump comes with the gasket.
AISIN | THT005 | Thermostat | $ 32.79 | $ 0.00 | 1 | $ 32.79 |
AISIN | WPT804 | Water Pump | $ 75.99 | $ 0.00 | 1 | $ 75.99 |
Idler pulley and fan bracket.
We need to see the shape of the label boss on the tank, more than the numbers on the tag.
Your radiator has definitely been replaced (early trucks didn’t have that sticker, only a stamping on the plastic), and that is the older style. Either way probably good for 8+ years and 120k+ miles. It’s not currently showing any signs of stress/fatigue.
Looks a 2016 model. I replaced my radiator in 2018 and has a 81 as the last two digits.
I’d suggest wiping the armor-all or whatever the seemingly oily stuff is off and confirming.
impressive! mine is at 120k but i can start to see the faint lines of the infamous crack. is yours original?
Yeah, I had just cleaned it off and hadn't let it dry fully. I need to keep checking periodically. Seems like it's not if, but when...
Original radiator, yes. Or at least the copious records from the first owner (I bought at 120k) doesn't mention it. I do wonder though if there are more original radiators than we think without big problems. Few people without a problem would come here, let alone check. Enthusiasts amplify stuff like this, for good reason. Regardless, I fully expect an issue at some point, even after using the truck primarily to get lots of Kirkland Signature stuff.
That is not the latest design and there is zero reason to proactively replace that radiator in my opinion. There’s no evidence to suggest the stamping area is in anyway compromised based on that photo. Save the expense and fill your gas tank for your trip!
I agree completely.
