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  1. redthies

    A return to the full size realm: ‘94 Bronco

    I guess I’ve been “sort of” full size still with a 2019 Tundra on 35s and a done up Sequoia, but all that Toyota reliability is soooo boring! I remedied that by picking up a ‘94 Bronco EB. I believe it’s a 5.8 with 3/5s of an E4OD. That means I have 1, 2 and R. No D or OD. I do however...
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    2014+ Tundra full coverage front bumpers?

    My Tundra suffered a bit of damage the other day. No injuries sustained, but a 60mph departure from a highway due to black ice has lead to some front bumper damage (98% of this due to carelessness of tow truck driver), as well as some minor body damage to p-side fender and door. Very minor...
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    Anyone an expert (or close) on the VF3AM T-case in Sequoia or 4Runner?

    My Sequoia t-case is not shifting properly using the electronic shift. It is the multi mode case that gives you the AWD option. Apparently this case also came in ‘99-‘00 and possibly other year 4Runner Limiteds. It makes noise, the actuator rod moves, and lights go solid, but the case ends up...
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    Potential downsize. Tundra vs Ram 1500

    I have been driving Cummins 3500s for over 20 years, but am finding myself at a crossroad where a 1/2 ton could do the job going forward. I may no longer be hauling a heavy truck camper, but will be towing 5-6,000 lbs and may look at a 4Wheel Camper for fishing and hunting trips in the future...
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    Tire Talk: Load Range vs Load Index

    Ok, so I’m a bit of a tire snob/nerd. I believe in have the right tools for the job, and tires are key. BUT, I find myself in a new situation. I bought an ‘05 3500 Cummins with longbox to carry my 2700 lb Northern Lite. I’m likely around 3300 lbs loaded for travel. The truck came with...
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    Things to hate about a 2020 Tacoma...

    Let me be frank. I like our new Taco. It is a TRD Off-road Premium. It’s a great little truck. But, there are some things that are driving me nuts. For starters, it never shuts up. It beeps constantly. Door open? Beeps. Moonroof open? Beeps. Fob in your pocket and walk to tailgate...
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    Welding camper brackets to truck frame?

    What’s the yea or nay on this? My new truck needs brackets, and there is no easy way to use a clamp on style due to fuel tank being too close to the inside of the frame rail. Guys weld sliders on to frames all the time, so why not camper tie downs? And I do have a background working at a...
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    Buck. A return to pre-emissions diesel life...

    I made a quick decision last week. My tax write offs from my 2014 3500 Cummins Diesel have dwindled to the point of not being worth paying for it anymore, and at 103,000 miles, if I drove it a few more years, my equity would diminish as well. Boom. Sold. I rolled in a pile of $100 bills...
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    255/85R16 on 2020 Tacoma TRD

    Does anyone know if 255/85R16s will fit under a non-lifted new Tacoma? They are taller than the go to answer of “265/75R16 is the biggest”, but skinnier too. Looking for real world answers as I have a set of 255s and would really like to run them...
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    97 F350 ZF-5 Swap info quest

    Hi guys. I got a call from Santiago Chile this morning and my friend who bought my old F350 is looking to do a ZF swap. It is a 97 7.3 PSD F350 with E4OD. He has a tranny spotted and wants to confirm that it will work, and what if any other parts (aside from the obvious pedal and clutch etc)...
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    XJ/ZJ as budget off roader

    So I already have a nicely modded 100 series Land Cruiser, and have owned CJs, TJs and JKs. I am looking for a cheap option to tow behind my truck and camper to explore some relatively easy passes in Colorado and Utah. There isn’t any rock crawling type use planned at this point so a 2–3”...
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    1994 Nissan 4x4 pickup. What's the skinny?

    Hi Nissan gurus. I have a '84 CJ7 that I've used as a toy for a year, but I want something a bit more driveable and utility oriented. I have an acreage and want a small truck that can haul fencing, firewood and maybe push a small plow in winter. I've been looking at F150s with the 300 ci...
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    My soon to be '90 Hilux

    I used to own a pretty nice Xtra cab Hilux. It was a great truck, but a bit small for my business. I'd been helping my nephew look for his first truck and steering him through the muddy waters of $2000 Furds, Dodges etc when I came across this truck. He decided it wasn't for him, but for the...
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    D90 TD models

    I have a friend from the UK who wants to bring a 90 over for a while and then sell it before returning. I was looking on fleaBay at what 90s were going for here. Am I wrong thinking prices are ridiculous? I'm seeing V8 NAS ones going for over $40k (well, there's a LOT of people trying to get...
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    7.3 Stalling issue

    The 97 is apparently stalling when Cristian is (for some reason) downshifting D-2-1. (I have suggested he does not drive it this way to keep his trans healthy, brakes being far cheaper than a trans). But I mention the downshifting in case it is relevant. The cam position sensor was replaced...
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    Best construction for off road use?

    I have a couple of friends who are shopping for a used hard side to take on a trip from the top of the Dempster hwy (arctic ocean) to the tip of South America in Ushuia Chile. The truck carrying it will be a '97 F350 crew with 7.3 diesel. Some of the planned route will include 500 mile +...
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    Holy Grail Truck

    I'm not going to spill the beans entirely yet, but a teaser pic of what is coming...
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    Hemi with 6 speed manual?

    Anyone got a 6 speed and Hemi in their 2500 or 3500? Looking for info on mpg highway and city. Gear ratio? Thanks!
  19. redthies

    Powerstroke question

    My 97 has started to act up in the past couple of weeks. I thought it was cold weather/glow plug related, but having changed those and the gasket/harnesses, I am now at a loss. The truck starts great, but it bogs when I am not on the throttle. It runs fine if I stomp on it, but sounds like it...
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    Hankook MT vs Toyo MT

    I have read all the reviews and threads... Which would be the choice based SOLELY on longevity under a one ton diesel?? Price is the same for both. Thanks!
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