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    How to refurbish hood ornament?

    What steps do you take to make sure its at least as durable as the original? Not that they were particularly durable. Being in direct sun took its toll of course. But I would be curious to know if yours has any improvements over the original in that regard. Even the anodizing on the metal...
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    I hate the power window and door lock switches

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    What's the factory rear view mirror size?

    It seems to vary. Some of the trucks had 9", and others had 10". Depending on the truck, some even had bigger but they were work trucks of various types. I went with 10" and it looks fine, it looks like the right size.
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    I hate the power window and door lock switches

    The topic of soldering versus crimping is often debated. Those who prefer crimping are in the good company of aerospace, military, Forumla 1, and medical. A key advantage of crimping over soldering is the ease and speed with which a properly formed connection can be consistently performed. I...
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    I hate the power window and door lock switches

    My next try was going to be soldering. But I was told that generally speaking you shouldn't solder on vehicles, and that crimping is always better. The reason being is that solder isn't rated for the vibration and will sometimes crack. Found that out firsthand when I rigged up some LED...
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    I hate the power window and door lock switches

    Maybe just take the switches out and make your own little panel. Would look pretty good if the little panel you made was chrome, just like the factory switches. I think that's a key part of this, making it look as though it might have come that way from the factory.
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    I hate the power window and door lock switches

    Never heard of Autolocs before till now It has been over 10 years since I had to work on manuals. IIRC the little wheels wear out. Had one come loose and that's all she wrote, no more worky. Back in the day I rode in some friend's cars where a manual was stuck. They just lock up completely when...
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    I hate the power window and door lock switches

    Been looking for this for awhile. Might eventually hire someone to design them. Then maybe sell enough copies to cover the cost. Finally have a normal plug for the back of the switch. And having them light up dimly would be an excellent idea.
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    I hate the power window and door lock switches

    I don't think it's the switch itself. It's the connector that sits behind them. That's what I've always had to fix. I've had this truck for 15 years, and I've only had to replace the actual switches once. And who knows how old the previous ones really were. Maybe they were from 1987. But I...
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    I hate the power window and door lock switches

    Anyone else have problems with these repeatedly breaking? I got new switches from LMC Truck. They work for awhile after I fix something but I keep having to take them back apart. There's always a new problem. Anyone else ever replace these switches with something better? Maybe a different...
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    What's the factory rear view mirror size?

    Thanks! Anyone know if they're for sure 10" from the factory?
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    What's the factory rear view mirror size?

    Hi all, I got into the old 87 R10 today and the rear view mirror was laying in the floor. I guess the glue just finally gave out. It's not the factory mirror, someone had installed some 1980's (or maybe 90's) upgrade with little switches and dials on the mirror. Never used them since the power...
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    Engine mount replacement?

    Did you notice any reduction in vibration or noise immediately after you changed them? And if so, how long did the improved condition last?
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    Engine mount replacement?

    I've heard of people using a 2x4 between the frame and the exhaust manifold, when jacking from the oil pan wouldn't work. My experience has been the opposite. Over the past 10 years I've ordered a ton of parts from them and I've had to send things back to them maybe 4 times. Each time it was...
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    Engine mount replacement?

    Typically Rockauto has reliable brands. Imo they're the go-to for real parts from a real supplier who cares about their reputation to the normal degree. Unfortunately that has become a problem. As many here have said, much cheaper parts can be had on amazon, but they're fakes. Claiming to be the...
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