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    Rear camera installation

    I have a dump truck that has small side mirrors. I installed a camera that the screen is a rearview mirror. It was able to be set to stay on any time the truck is on. It did connect to the backup lights, but that just turns on the lines to help with parking. It works great, but can give you a...
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    PVC and PEX for Compressed Air

    I wanted to move my compressor into a shed that sits less than a foot from my garage so I didn't have to put up with the noise. I've been a plumber for over 40 years so I have PEX pipe and fittings so it was natural to use it. I ended up running about 30 feet on the outside of the garage around...
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    What is this? Asking for a friend

    Is it an auto or stick? If a stick, could it be the safety switch that makes you depress the clutch for it to start? Not sure what they look like, and what years they are on, my 86 doesn't have one.
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    Transmission the same?

    Thanks for all the help. I bought it this evening so I'm glad I can use it needed.
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    Transmission the same?

    Yes, both are 2 wheel drive. Didn't think to mention that. Mine is an 86, I'm sure the other one is older. It comes with a starter, bell housing, flywheel, pressure plate, and clutch disc. I'm sure I can use the trans, but most likely I either can't or wouldn't use anything else. I think the...
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    Transmission the same?

    Looking at what I believe would be a good spare transmission for my 86 C3500. The nice clean pic is the one for sale. Mine is the filthy one. The numbers are the same, except the very last one on the top. I'm hoping the 465452 is the important one? Is there a difference between the two?
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    Choke Light?

    I do have an oil pressure gauge, and it is running at normal pressure, so that shouldn't be the issue. I did recently replace the valve cover gaskets, maybe something is a little loose from doing that. I'll have to check the switch. Thanks for the info
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    Choke Light?

    I took my '86 GMC 3500 out for a drive and noticed an orange light come on in the instrument panel. It stayed on for just a second and flickered and faded out. Did it a few times, mostly when going up hill. I never knew there was such a thing as a choke light, not sure what triggers it? It does...
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    Oil sending unit hole issue

    Use an extension, upside down, and turn the other end with a wrench.
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    Wing Windows

    I rebuilt mine with parts from LMC. The only problem I had was one of them needed a new frame. The setting rubber they sell doesn't work. After trying for a long time, found a review that said to get it from Summit instead. Did just that and it was super easy. Every thing else worked great.
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    Factory A/C Conversion for '86

    Glove box is different too.
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    Which clutch!?

    I order from rock auto and have never been disappointed. Well except their shipping prices have gotten out of line on some items recently.
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    Bought an '87 long bed on Bring a Trailer a few days ago

    It concerns me that the Carfax doesn't list mileage more often. Sure looks like it is accurate, but when it says "shown", who knows. Here in PA, the milage gets reported every time the registration is renewed.
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    I just bought a John Deere tractor!

    I have one like that, sort of, sitting on my table right now.
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    I finally gave up.

    I ordered one from coverlaymfg.com and was very pleased. I can't remember how much it was at the time, less than a year ago, but it looks like they are more now. $180 with free shipping. Rock Auto has them $50 cheaper, but wants $154 for shipping, WOW
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    I finally gave up.

    I ordered one from coverlaymfg.com and was very pleased. I can't remember how much it was at the time, less than a year ago, but it looks like they are more now. $180 with free shipping. Rock Auto has them $50 cheaper, but wants $154 for shipping, WOW.
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    Lost my rear end.

    Wheel base is the distance between the front and rear wheels. Track is side to side. Every CSI show on TV, and most others, get that wrong.
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    Venture a guess…

    When I got mine it had a switch there that the PO added for the back up lights. I have since replaced the switch on the transmission so they work as they should, but I left this one and have it wired to still function. That way if I want to get out with the truck running to check behind me I can...
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    Question about headers

    I came across a set of used Hedman shorty headers that will bolt right up to the stock exhaust pipes. I would put them on but I'm afraid of breaking studs off in the head. I figured I'd just wait until I have to do something else and then do it. Thinking about a valve job or new heads in the...
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    Vinyl wrap is a lot harder than it looks on YouTube. Lol

    Mine is wrapped, was done by a pro who owned the truck. I damaged a fender and had to replace it. It was a little nerve racking, but turned out pretty good. You are right, that front corner was by far the hardest part. I have a couple small wrinkles there, but overall it's good. I only notice...

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