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    Remove speedometer needle or sync new odometer

    When I tried to repair a non-working odometer in my 91 Suburban I had little tiny gears go everywhere. Some I never found. I have just purchased a set of aftermarket gauges and am in the process of building a dash so that I can use them. What bothers me is the 6 gauge set cost more then the...
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    GMC badge installation

    Here are a few pictures of my hood. Looks like it would be an easy fix to drill.
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    CUCV vs civilian model differences?

    The CUCV vehicles had a split 12/24 system with two 12 alternators but one was isolated ground and the other was not. The 24 volt power was used for Starter, Glow plugs, and NATO plug. The glow plugs used the 24v power but ran a big resister in series with them to drop the voltage to 12 volts...
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    In search of opinions on gear change.

    First time I bought gas for a lawn mower it was $0.25 / gallon (1968). In 1972 with the oil embargo it went up to $1.50 and it freaked me out! : ) I was driving a $30 1965 VW bug getting 30 mpg at the time.
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    ATF coming out of vent tube

    I concur with last post. The transmission pumps fluid into the transmission to transfer case adapter, apparently to lube the speedo gears and drains back into the transmission. IF the transfer case front seal is gone it gets pushed into the transfer case and forced out the vent on top. I had...
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    6.2 diesel hp

    Just drop in a cummins R2.8 in there.
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    modern size wheels that fit squarebody chevies

    I'm looking at the Method MR701 wheels in 17 x 8.5. They have them with 0 mm offset which should give them a 4.5 backspacing. I want a 33 - 34" tall tire x 10.5-11.5 wide tire on my Suburban and it seems like this should fit but I get blowback from all the dealers telling me I need a 4" lift...
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    Anyone running wipers bigger than 16" oem?

    My wipers run slow already so I don't think 18" would work well for me. Any hints on updating the wipers on the square? Both my '88 and '91 Suburbans are slow. I replaced one of the motors thinking that would fix it but it did not run any better.
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    Need creative spare tire relocation ideas / building an in bed mount for cheap

    Here's how I did mine. A bit more room for the spare on my pickup truck.
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    Sad day... Sold the truck

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    24 volt CUCV

    The alternators each charge one battery on these trucks....M1008, M1009....etc. The ambulance version is a bit different I think..? I drove an M1009 for 18 years and kept the 12/24 volt system intact. The starter as previously stated used the 24V and so did the glow plug circuit. The...
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    modern size wheels that fit squarebody chevies

    I'm looking into this also for my 91 Suburban V1500. In addition to the axle hole size be aware of the Toyota wheels....they are the same lug pattern as the Chevy but I think they are only 12mm studs vs the 14mm on the Chevy Suburban and I think 7/16" on the GMC Suburban. Seems weird that...
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    208 the same as 203 or 205

    That was a waste of time reading that whole thread. I'm not even sure of what the question was. Good luck in your pursuit.
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    1954 Chevrolet Bel Air

    Is that a VW type III in your post #7? Sweet!
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    18x8 33's on stock 91 Suburban

    No cash for the upgrade yet but will follow up with pictures when it happens. I'm not on here much so didn't see your post till today.
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    Write up: Gas Tank Relocation

    Oh, yea. 5-6 mpg sounds awful!
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    Write up: Gas Tank Relocation

    I'm wanting to do the opposite of this mod and install saddle tanks on both sides of my suburban when I put in the diesel engine. Currently have a 5.7 TBI. I have a 40 gallon tank now and hope to add two 16 or 20 gallon tanks to be able to carry a full load of fuel. I want the capability to...
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    Picture heavy. G10 nomad van

    Maybe more like this one. I'm thinking move the grill back to the window, move the body to the front of the chassis, section the chassis so the rear bumper is back in place and move the rear wheel wells to match the rear axle. Possibly move the engine to mid way. My engine (350) is weak so...
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    Picture heavy. G10 nomad van

    I'm planning on building one of those vans! From my 1988 Suburban.
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    Fuel Tank Size

    Whats the chance I could put a pair of 16 or 20 gallon tanks in my Suburban, in addition to the factory 40 gallon tank? I want to be able to move diesel and gas without carrying cans....? I'm thinking a set of straps and some plumbing and it would work. Anyone know?
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    Brake light faintly illuminated

    I had the same problem on my 91 Suburban. I ended up disconnecting the wires on the anti lock control board and after restart the light went out and has not come back on. No fluid issues before hand on mine. Just lit up one day. 87 probably doesn't have anti lock brakes though. What is on...
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    Strange Bracket in Serpentine setup 1991 Suburban V1500

    Thanks....that never occurred to me. My 88 does not have the serpentine nor a spare spot like that. Problem solved.
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    Strange Bracket in Serpentine setup 1991 Suburban V1500

    Folks, Can anyone tell me what this extra bracket is for under my A/C compressor? It's on a 1991 Suburban V1500 with a 5.7 TBI engine. The bracket has not been drilled but there are spots that look like they should be drilled for pivots or mounting. Maybe for a second A/C compressor or a...
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    Block Flush

    I tried Vinegar once. Hoses got very tight (under a lot of pressure) and when I opened the cap (when cool) it blew vinegar all over the engine compartment and even after flushing with a lot of fresh water there are still rust stains everywhere. I wouldn't recommend it at all. Let me know what...
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    700R4/241C leaking from vent?

    Just replacing the front seal on the transfer case seems to have fixed it. I have no leaks now and my trans oil is staying stable. Time to move on to a radiator replacement! Baby steps.

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