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Cheap fixes
I have a monthly truck budget. I usually blow my wad on something big at the beginning and then have 3 weekends worth of nothing to play with...
![]() So theres always sanding and grinding on the body. ugh. Throw other ideas out there on stuff that doesnt cost a lot of cash. clean engine compartment cleanup wires in engine compartment body work rustoleum paint job window crank grease/oil? might cost money to replace parts though.. fix license plate light uncrimp and replace with solder some of my wiring messes polish wheels - going to replace them so dont really want to waste the time but its something to do. |
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Re: Cheap fixes
-headlight relay
-swaybar from the junkyard -tighten ALL bolts on the frame or bumpers -polish headlight bezels -wire side markers to blinkers -clay bar the paint job -grease everything -clean a/c and heater ducts out -install a mesh under the cowl
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Re: Cheap fixes
good list. I just did the headlight relay and wired the sidemarkers as blinkers when i did all new LEDs.
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Re: Cheap fixes
while paint isnt exactly cheap... but painting brake drums/calipers control arms, tie rods all that small stuff makes a huge appearance difference even if its just painted black
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good idea. all new brake hardware is in my shopping cart so ill probably spend the first weekend painting it up and install the next.
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Re: Cheap fixes
I'm going to be doing some suspension painting too. My brother thinks its a waste of time, but I really think it makes the truck shine. Especially since the engine enamel out of a rattle can holds up well and is pretty cheap around here.
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You can always drive up to Palos Verdes and work on my truck. LOL
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Re: Cheap fixes
Joint Tech and Billett just listed the things I've been putting off for the past four months!! Well I did finally get cable!
![]() Good list guys. clean engine compartment cleanup wires in engine compartment body work rustoleum paint job window crank grease/oil? might cost money to replace parts though.. fix license plate light uncrimp and replace with solder some of my wiring messes polish wheels headlight relay -tighten ALL bolts on the frame or bumpers -polish headlight bezels -wire side markers to blinkers -clay bar the paint job -grease everything -clean a/c and heater ducts out -install a mesh under the cowl * swap out old air in tires for new |
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Originally Posted by Madtat
* swap out old air in tires for new Can I ask why? You change your socks don't you? lol |
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I might do that in exchange for some tuneup training.
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Re: Cheap fixes
* Fill Blinker Fluid.lol
I took brackets off and cleaned and painted them.A drill and wire wheel will make cleanup easier then degrease and paint.I have used brake clean to degrease. Clean drains at the bottom of the doors.If you lay down under them with them open you'll see the drains.If you have the door panels off clean thru there also. Paint the inside of the wheelwells. Very fine steel wool works well to prep the interior surfaces for repaint.I even did a color change.Lots of masking required. Remove and clean under floor covering,You can clean the carpet or mat well also. Goop hand cleaner has worked well for me to clean ignition wires with. Before doing anything else degrease under the hood.Don't use oven cleaner unless you plan on repainting.
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Re: Cheap fixes
Very good ideas. I'm planning on cleaning out the cluster.
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Re: Cheap fixes
Clean insides of all windows with glass cleaner
If you've got a cracked windshield or a rock chip in your line of sight, find a glass replacement company that'll waive your $100 comprehensive deductible, and get a new windshield and gasket installed Buy some Eagle One NeverDull and shine up your metal Posted via Mobile Device |
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Re: Cheap fixes
Cleaned and repainted my cluster a couple weeks ago. Then made some home made cup holders with light. (still have to finish cup holders) Not so much a budget thing here. It just that I am in a leg cast. I do have a laundry list of things to do. I want to go scrounging through the bone yards in Wilmington to see if I can find sway bar stuff and rear bumper next. I figured I will do some paint work in cab and finish up my cup holders next.
I am also planning on: Herculiner coating the bed Installing new valve covers I scored off my friend's crate motor Painting air cleaner and other odds and ends in engine bay Adjusting my front bumper New thermostat and flush radiator Tear apart heater blower, clean, lube and put back together And I am planning on redoing all my brakes, installing a brake booster and painting underneath |
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Re: Cheap fixes
i have a flush and fill kit and cant find a place to actually do it without being arrested and deported and beaten by vegans
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That sucks. I'm an active duty Marine working M-F at a reserve center in East L.A. I just take my truck into the motor pool and work on it there. All the tools I need plus fluid stuff. Nothing better than servicing your transmission when you have all the right tools and drip pans.
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Re: Cheap fixes
swaybar and relays is the best bang for the buck
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Re: Cheap fixes
This is my exact plan for today.
Also forgot to mention. If you have crud around the edges of your windows like I did grab a flat razor blade and carefully scrape it away. I had a bunch of build up around the bottom edges of the windows and especially on the vent windows. Makes it look a whole lot cleaner once you do. Posted via Mobile Device
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