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  1. bigcountry78

    Plastic thread repair

    I have an old folding shovel, it may be army issued or it may be a cheap imitation, I’m not sure. I’ve had it forever. Anyway, the handle comes apart and has a saw blade that is supposed to screw into the handle to cut roots. But the threads are boogered and, while it screws in, they don’t catch...
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    2001 Silverado advice

    I think I’ve mentioned this truck here before. It’s a pewter 2001 Silverado, single cab short bed 2wd. My grandpa bought it new, and we’ve kept it in the family. Strip down model, only real options are gov lock rear diff, 4.8 v8 and auto transmission. Rubber floors, manual locks and windows, and...
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    2002 RAV4 massive oil leak

    Hopefully someone here has some insight. Back in January, my Rav radiator sprung a leak. It got parked until a couple weeks ago, because I have my truck and I drive my patrol car daily. So I finally got around to putting a radiator in, and that went smoothly. I pulled it up to the driveway and...
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    GMT 400 W/T

    Well, my dad found a 96-98 gmt400 W/T, single cab short bed 4x4 for $500, complete with a title. It’s the vortec 4.3, automatic, with manual windows door locks and rubber floors. Running when sank. Yep, you read that right, the guy left it running and in gear I guess and it rolled into a pond...
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    Outlaws and BFG’s

    I have a set of Outlaw rims and BFG all terrains from a parts truck. I think they are 15x10 wheels and 32x11.50 tires. The tires do have some dry rot, but I’d run them. I’d have to put in longer wheel studs to run aluminum wheels, and I don’t want to do that so I’m sticking with my steel wheels...
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    Gun racks, tailgate straps.

    I was cleaning the shop out and found these. Won’t use them and don’t need them so they gotta go. 2 sets of adjustable gun racks, these are metal with a rubber coating to protect your rifle. $10 each. And one set of tailgate straps, $10. Willing to ship on your dime. Located in Hickory NC.
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    What size inverter?

    Looking at power inverters. Mostly wanting one to be able to charge power tool batteries while away from home. About what size inverter would I need to run the chargers? I’d be charging 20, 24 and 40 volt batteries if that makes any difference.
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    Camper into a utility trailer?

    while I was out and about last night, I saw an older, maybe 70’s model camper sitting in front of a house that had “free take” spray painted on it. Well, anything free catches my attention so I got to thinking about grabbing it and scrapping the camper and turning it into a double axle utility...
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    1980 air dam

    Air dam from a 1980 K10. One tab is ripped, and there looks to be a clean cut down the middle for some reason. Might could be repaired, or run it as is. $10. Located in Hickory NC.
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    Fender flares

    Took these off a parts truck. I won’t be using them. Maybe bushwacker brand? Anyway they’re in good condition. Driver side front and rear. Located in Hickory NC. $20 for both.
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    1979 headlight bezels

    I have a set of 1979 only headlight bezels for sale. Dad picked them up for my 78 but he didn’t realize they were the one year only deal. These are not plastic repops and appear to be GM metal ones. I know they’re not popular but maybe someone needs them. Located in Hickory NC. $40.
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    Power tool storage

    Looking for some ideas for power tool storage. Have a full set of dewalt tools, and a full set of metabo tools that are just thrown in the corner of the basement for now. I’m looking for something portable that I can put everything in to organize all the tools and all my bits and accessories...
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    New warn style winch bumpers

    Just stumbled across this on Facebook, thought I’d share. Looks like someone has started building the warn classic style winch bumpers. And they’re even available in polished stainless steel. Check them out: https://engineeredvintage.com/products/thegoatbumper No affiliation, just thought they...
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    A couple sets of lights

    Selling a couple sets of lights that I have hanging around. A set of KD brand driving lights. Great condition and both work, only downside is on lens is cracked. Might can be repaired, or a replacement might be available on eBay. $15. And a set of Hella 500’s. They work great. No cracks...
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    Trailer mounted winch

    I spent the better part of the afternoon putting a 2500 pound winch on my 6x12 utility trailer. Got the winch and switch mounted, now I’m trying to figure out the power situation. Short term fix is to grab the battery out of my square and just use that, but I’d like a longer term better...
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    Has anyone made a set of light covers?

    A while back, I sold some KC 5x7 light covers I had. Well, now that I have another push bar, I want a set of covers for my cheapo lights. But, KC seems to have discontinued all their vinyl covers, and they go for stupid money on eBay. As well as I remember, there wasn’t much to them, just vinyl...
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    Are these flares sought after?

    Saw these flares on a truck my cousin is parting out. Any idea what kind they are, or if they are anything special?
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    Kobalt vs dewalt for a sawzall

    Looking at picking up a battery power sawzall, either kobalt or dewalt. I already have a 24 volt kobalt impact, and several dewalt 20 volt max tools so either one would have to be compatible with those batteries. I see some complaints online about the dewalt batteries not lasting. Anyone have...
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    Trying to drag another one home….

    Nothing major, but I had a 98 Chevy z71 in high school. Well, I traded it in in 2008 on a newer truck and missed it ever since. Well, it’s been located. My cousin found it sitting outside a shop near his house in Hopkins SC. I’m going to call on Monday and see if it can be bought back. It’s the...
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    Is there any hope for these tools?

    Like the title says, is there any hope? This tool box was left by the previous owner of the house. I put them on the shelf and forgot about them until I cleaned the shop out this weekend. They obviously sat in water for some time. I’d like to save them if possible.
  21. bigcountry78

    LED vs halogen.

    Now that they’ve been out for a while, what’s everyone think about halogen vs LED off road lights? Looking at putting some lights on my Titan, I’ve got a couple sets of halogen lights but I’m intrigued by the LED pods and light bars. Now I’m not talking about putting 7 light bars on top of my...
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    Are “cheap” tires bad?

    Something I’ve been wondering for a while. I have Sailun tires on my 78, and my car came with Ironman tires. Cheaper brands, no doubt. But I’m the last few weeks, I’ve noticed 18 wheelers at work running sailun and Ironman tires. Now, I’m my opinion, that means these tire companies know what...
  23. bigcountry78

    Lawn mower stator

    Anyone have any experience with replacing one? Picked up a husqvarna mower recently for a whole $40. Only issues are the deck is missing, and it won’t charge the battery. The good news is it’s identical to my current mower, so I can move the deck over to the new one and swap the stator out too...
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    BC’s boat/dumpster fire thread

    What’s the opinion on this boat? Is it worth the time to get it going again? It’s free, title included. My dad already has it, just not sure if it’s worth the effort. Motor supposedly runs, but the foot needs to be reinstalled. Only real catch is there’s no trailer. Any wood that is there will...
  25. bigcountry78

    2012 F250 running boards

    Came off a 2012, should fit a range of years, 350’s also. In great condition. $100.

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