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    Kent Moore Tool Number Question

    Might not be correct forum, but tool is for front axle wheel bearing. Wondering about the numbering system used for Kent Moore tools, specifically the last digits in the tool number. In this situation, is J-6893-01, J-6893-3, or J-6893-D the same and just different iterations of the tool?
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    Testing AC Components

    Hello all, starting a project to add AC to my 83 GMC using parts from a couple of donor trucks. As neither of them ran in order to check how well the AC was operating before disassembly, is there a way to test these components off of the vehicle? AC condenser, evaporator Vacuum actuators
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    Rear brake seem to be grabbing harder than fronts

    Yes, that I understand. Just wondering what changed in 82-83 that prompted the addition of the LSPV on the rear axle of the bigger trucks.
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    Rear brake seem to be grabbing harder than fronts

    Don't mean to hijack this thread but question is related. What helped proportion front to rear before the separate LPSV on the rear axle was used? Was a different front proportional valve used that did that?
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    CJ Pony Seat Foam?

    Anybody used the 82-87 replacement seat foam sold by CJ Pony? https://www.cjponyparts.com/bench-seat-foam-bottom-gmc-truck-chevrolet-c10-1982-mid-1987/p/SF62/ Just wondering if it fits well. Price is $280 but they offer free shipping. Most other vendors have something that might be a little...
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    Interior Plastic Paint

    Looking for input on the interior panel paints offered by LMC and USA1. Refurbishing a daily driver/work truck and need to freshen up the 1983 Carmine Red interior. Given the use the truck will get, at this time I'd rather rehab my sun bleached door panels, etc., then buy new. Are they similar...
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    Another Driveshaft Question

    Thanks for the info. I've got a CUCV driveshaft ordered from Hillbilly Wizard.
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    Another Driveshaft Question

    Thanks for the info. Did any non-military K30s from that period have the same TH400/NP208/14FF setup as well, or did the K30s come with the NP205 instead? I'm going to guess that the 205 and 208 call for different shaft lengths...
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    Another Driveshaft Question

    Looking to swap a 1975 14 bolt FF into an 83 K2500 that has a 14 bolt SF, 350 V8/TH400/NP208 setup. From doing research on this site and in the parts catalogs, it appears that the current semi-float driveshaft is shorter than what is needed. I think. Just wondering if a driveshaft that would...
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    Cushion Hitch

    My 83 is (or will be, once back on the road) my primary truck on the farm. The wagons and implements that I've pulled really yank the truck around so want to avoid that in the future. I figured the full spring hitch would be better than just a spring in the receiver, which is what I think you meant.
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    Cushion Hitch

    Anyone using this type of cushion (spring) hitch on a 73-87 1/2 or 3/4 ton? Looks like it mounts below the frame and any existing bumper. I like that it's a receiver and not just a drawbar like other DMI cushion hitches. Unfortunately there doesn't appear to be mounting brackets sold by DMI for...
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    Ring & Pinion How-To

    Is there a public link for Imagur that you could share for the photos?
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    Brake Line Kits

    I'll check out Restoration Parts Unlimited. I have an old Brothers Truck Parts catalog and see that they offer a line kit as well. Anyone tried theirs for fit and function?
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    Brake Line Kits

    Thanks for the reply. I've made some lines for minor repairs, but was hoping to find a kit to save me some time. If that's the best around that's not too good.
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    Brake Line Kits

    Who is currently the best source of pre-made brake line kits? Looking for complete kit for 83 GMC K2500. Thanks.
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    Cruise Control Question

    For the 83-87 cruise control systems (cruise master III?), what differences are there in control units? There are several different PNs listed in the 79-84 and 85-87 parts catalogs. Just wondering if you can swap between years. Thanks.
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    Non AC vs AC Cab Differences

    Excellent info. Thanks for the pictures.
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    Non AC vs AC Cab Differences

    If there's already a topic thread somewhere, please let me know, but I'm wondering what differences there might be in the kick panel vent area between non-AC and AC cabs from 81-87. I know that the firewall is different for AC, and that how the vents work in the kick panel area are different...
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    Transmission Oil Cooler

    Thanks. Do either of you or anyone else know how these external transmission coolers were plumbed to go along with the radiator tranny cooler? Did the lines go to the radiator first and then to the external cooler in front of the radiator?
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    Remote Oil Cooler

    Looking for remote oil cooler setup for 80s 4x4 with sbc. Cooler, lines, clips/brackets, etc. Let me know what you have. Thanks!
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    Transmission Oil Cooler

    Was the only factory remote transmission oil cooler offered on square bodies the one in the radiator tank or was there an option for a remote cooler in front of the radiator (similar to the remote engine oil cooler)? I've seen mention of the V02 trans oil cooler rpo code...is that just the...
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    Frame Differences 350L 350M

    I brought home a K20 frame today from the mid 80s and when I checked the PNs for the frame rails I found that they are for 85-87 trucks with 350L engine (maybe others as well). I also noticed in the parts book that there were different frame rails for 85-87 trucks with 350M engines. What would...
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    373 Gear ID Help

    Should have been clearer. I've got 4.10 gearing in the axle right now and want to switch to 3.73. So just looking at a gear set to swap into the axle. I'll take a look at the link you provided.
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    373 Gear ID Help

    I've found a 3.73 GM gear set that I'm hoping will work for my 14-bolt full float rear axle. Axle is on a 75 frame but not sure if it's original. Anyway, ring gear has 3992484 11 41 stamped on it. I'm pretty sure that this will work, but wanted to check with you experts before buying. Let me...
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    Exhaust Question

    Sorry for delay in responding...busy around the farm. Here's the crossmember that I'm planning on using. Looks to be like the second photo that was posted.

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