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    Aluminum or Brass/Copper Radiator

    1984 M1008 After much research I have narrowed my replacement radiator to 2 sources: Rock Auto 3 row all aluminum ($624 total w/ship&tax) or Summit Racing 3 row brass/copper ($727 total w/ship&tax). They seem identical to each other and to the original. The money difference is not significant. I...
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    GM 6.2l diesel Al radiator replacement

    Old military pickup truck with GM 6.2L diesel. Thinking of replacing radiator with aluminum. If I do, what type anti freeze do I use. I've spent so much time reading all the info (some of it conflicting) that my brain hurts. Does anyone know for certain what in heck difference between pink...
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    Welding a Rear Brake Backing Plate

    Chevy k3500 (actually a military M1008 CUCV 1 1/4 ton pickup). Backing plate bolts came loose, plate eventually twisted the flange that it bolts to and distorted the bolt holes. I bought a used backing plate in good condition. What I plan to do: Heat and straighten flange as well as I can...
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    Winter plowing with backhoe

    1996 Case Super K 4WD: I need to plow snow in temps down near zero F. I preheat the engine (both oil and water) and it starts and runs fine. I will plow in 4WD. How will the transaxle and, most of all, the front differential, fare under these cold conditions? ALSO: What fluid to use in the...
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    shock absorber rebuild

    1992 toyota corolla all-trac dx. No mcpherson struts available anywhere. The all-trac must be different from all the other carollas. I would like to have my two front ones rebuilt (the shock absorber part). Anyone know of any place that would do that? Even an independent mechanic/machinist...
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    Timing Belt

    2008 Kia Sportage 1.6L. Interference engine. Book says replace timing belt each 60k miles or 4 years. Mine was replaced 10 years ago by previous owner at 30k and 4 years. I now have only 30k miles on belt (60k total on car) but at 10 years I am well over recommended time limit. I am well aware...
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    automobile fuel line repair

    Old Toyota 1.6L engine, fuel injected. Main line (steel tubing) fuel tank to engine, developed a pinhole leak. I cut off bad part but surface of remaining fuel line is still rusted. I cleaned up best I could, but I may not get a good double flare. If double flare does not work I am thinking of...
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    coil inside fuel tanks

    1972 F750 dump truck. There is a metal coil running along the bottom of the (50 g.) fuel tanks, about 3"-4" in diameter. The wire (or tube) itself is about 1/8" in diameter. It runs from near the center mounted fuel pump to the rear of the tank. It does not seem to be attached to the fuel pump...
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    Case 580 SK quick coupler

    I'm thinking of a quick coupler for my Case 580 SK backhoe. I've never used one. I've seen the coupler for sale on-line, but no mention of other parts needed. If anyone has ever made the conversion I would appreciate advice: difficulty of installation, all work and parts necessary to completely...
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    Portable Generators

    I didn't know where to post this. There are some very knowledgeable people on this board, so I'm hoping for some good input. The internet is full of a lot of fools and scams, so I've given up on that. I want to buy a 5,000 running watt minimum, up to 8,000 watt, generator for emergency use when...
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    Generators (Portable)

    I didn't know where to post this. There are some very knowledgeable people on this board, so I'm hoping for some good input. The internet is full of a lot of fools and scams, so I've given up on that. I want to buy a 5,000 running watt minimum, up to 8,000 watt, generator for emergency use when...
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    Want Quality Extension Cord Reel

    For outdoor use: I need a reel that will 1:either have a manual retraction handle or auto retraction 2:either 12Ga or 14Ga wire 3:cord comes off reel rather than having to carry reel to jobsite 4:If auto retraction, must have long term reliable return spring so I don't have to push wire into...
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    auto scanners

    (I hope I'm in the right section) I would appreciate advice on purchasing an auto scanner without having to take a computer course:(. I have a 2008 Kia and a 2017 Tundra. Are all the plug ends the same? All I want to do is diagnose check engine lights and do simple trouble shooting. I want a...
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    Case 580SK Clutch Solenoid Switch

    Just finished brake job; all seems well. Went to speed up engine while in gear and pressing bucket control mounted solenoid switch and it is inoperative (engine still powering rear wheels). I can use the switch on the transmission shift lever, so the problem is not the solenoid or the fuse. It...
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    Backhoe tires

    Case 580SK, 12 ply rating, 19.5L 24 rear tires. Bought rear tires new some years ago. YKS, made in Thailand. Outer rubber started cracking around the second or third year. Not heavily used. I originally aired them according to the manual, which states 24 psi. I just found another place in the...
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    Case 580 SK brake piston O-Rings

    I just sanded my very rough piston bore smooth and am afraid the stock o-rings will be a little loose; certainly not as tight as stock. Does anyone know where I can find oversize replacement o-rings? They would only have to be a few thousandths thicker.
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    Hand Tools

    Where would one post questions/advice on hand tools, such as impact wrenches, drills, etc.?
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    Hand Tools

    Where would one post questions/advice on hand tools, such as impact wrenches, drills, etc.?
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    Case 580SK transaxle balance point

    I've decided to lower the unit and fix brake where she sits, rather than completely remove unit. I have no place to move it to where I would be more comfortable, and everything should be easily accessible. Only question I have is where the fore/aft balance point is, so I can most advantageously...
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    Case 580 SK axle removal

    I know I can just drop the transaxle a bit to remove one of the axles to repair brake piston seal, but how much does it need to drop and what must be removed?? Can the hydraulic line to the transaxle remain attached? If not, do I have to drain hydraulic fluid tank? I'm working on gravel so don't...
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