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Today I fixed something that has been bugging me for months - the brake lights kept getting stuck on. I got in a habit of pulling the pedal up with my other foot, but one night I forgot and drained the battery. The switch bracket was bent, the threads on the switch were messed up, and the pedal was adjusted past where the spring would return. I bent the bracket back, got a new switch, pedal adjustment, and problem solved!
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The center console I built was too tall, so I cut it down a few inches. I like this better.
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Brake lights sticking on - the rod that goes into the booster does not release when driving. If I pull the check valve on the booster it still does not release. The return spring is strong. I can't see anything binding or rubbing in the linkage. I cannot duplicate the issue in my driveway even with the engine running. Any thoughts?
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No clue, my only suggestion is to lube all pivot points. My 97 has a strange similar problem. I noticed it last night. The trucks park haven't driven it in hours. I looked out and the brake lights or on then off then on and off. I disconnected the battery so I could sleep.
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I don't know where the old useless mirror came from, but it was barely hanging on. My new passenger convex mirror arrived yesterday. What a nice improvement.
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Nice, where did you order it from?
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It sure looks good.
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My truck died on me five or six times today in line at the dump, and ran like garbage all the way home. It would barely idle, and was really rough trying to accelerate. Temp and oil gauges were reading fine. For some reason I suspect the torque converter, but that could be totally wrong. I'll look at it closer in the morning.
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I’m thinking vapor lock too.
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It was my understanding that the return fuel line (which this truck has) prevented vapor lock. Maybe my fuel pump is bad? I drove it around the block and it ran a little rough but didn't die. I have a suspicion that I messed something up when I replaced the exhaust manifolds. I should pull the spark plugs but it is too hot and smoky out to work on it now.
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How close are your fuel lines to the exhaust or any other area that generates a ton of heat? What was the weather like and what kind of driving were you doing, were you idling A long time?
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I tossed a 1" phenolic carburetor spacer on. I hope it solves the vapor lock issue.
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Keep us posted on how it works.
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Somehow my front driveline is bent. I have not used the 4wd except a trip around the neighborhood (where I immediately noticed a shake). Maybe I just didn't notice when I took it in, but I would be surprised if the shop I paid would put new U-joints in a bent driveline. I did not replace the cardan joint at the same time (and probably should have). This driveline was also about 3/4" longer than the other one that was on the truck when I got it.
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That's not good.
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I have a collection of front drivelines now. The top one was on the truck when I got it and has a bad slip joint. The middle one is 'ol bendy. The bottom one is brand new from High Angle Driveline in Paradise, CA.
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Still a long checklist:
Check spark plugs, tune-up Fix brake lights staying on - pedal not returning all the way! Improve braking? Install front driveline Replace rear driveline u-joints Install 1" zero rate blocks in rear axle Fix leaking thermostat housing Service or rebuild transmission (leaking) Service transfer case (swap with other one? twin stick?) Install radio (speakers?) Replace windshield washer hoses / test washer pump Install cowl debris screen Replace valve cover gaskets Install door panels Replace headlights and adjust Repair weld lumber rack |
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I took the new u-joints out of the bent front driveline today. I think they are the same as the rear driveline, so I can still use them.
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This morning I made some big jack stand blocks that will make it safer to work under the truck.
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I installed a Kenwood Digital Media Receiver today. I still need to replace the speakers, but I have a working stereo and I can take hands free bluetooth phone calls. I put the microphone in the ash tray so it is hidden.
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New door speakers are installed. Some door panels would probably help the sound.
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Thanks, I need some for the holes in my doors. The easiest way to fill the holes without welding.
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I installed 1" zero rate blocks from Offroad Design to get the rake that I want. It was too level for my taste. They sent me the wrong u-bolts (9/16" instead of 5/8"), but these will work until I can get the right ones. I'm going out for a test drive now and I'll try to get a good side view photo.
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Looking forward to side pics. Mine sits low in the rear. I may need to do this too.
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Side view.
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Looks good and easier than adding a leaf.
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I like it....a lot!
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Nice improvement. It's amazing what 1 inch will do.:metal:
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Good to know. Think about adding new Teflon anti-friction liners to replace the oem examples at the top and bottom of the spring packs when you add the correct U-bolts. Seems minor but I did perceive a quieter ride as if they do provide some dampening.
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These visors were very dirty. Much better now.
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