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    Steering Stabilizer Different Than Current One Even When Said To Be Exact Fit/ Bolt Doesn't Fit Through Tie Rod

    Ah I see it now. Yea, with the parts we get for anything anymore it's honestly a toss up if the hardware will be correct or not. It looks as though the studs they included are definitely for a larger hole. Best bet would be to do as nvrenuf said and use those old studs. Hopefully the nuts can be...
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    Steering Stabilizer Different Than Current One Even When Said To Be Exact Fit/ Bolt Doesn't Fit Through Tie Rod

    It's a stud. Gotta take the other nut and washer off then pull/force it from the red bushing. A hammer can work but be careful of damaging the threads. Actually... in the bags of new hardware it looks like you have new studs for the new unit. Are those not the correct size? Edit: After looking...
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    Show your sick toy !!!

    And here's the others. The LT250r I built from a basket case, then traded it for the 400ex. The wife's ltz400 is currently under construction and got powder coated. The shadow ACE tourer is technically the newest to us but the oldest out of the lot. And the 04 CRF450 has been mine since new.
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    Show your sick toy !!!

    Hey I got one of those too! Love these bikes.
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    Headers/fastners

    Last time, used proform wedge locking bolts and Remflex gaskets. Never had an issue with them, even with smaller flanged headers.
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    Scores from DIY Parts Yards, Pull A Part, U Pull It etc

    I'm probably wrong, but it kind of looks like a belt driven hydraulic pump. Not sure why a reefer box truck would need one tho.
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    Spark plug color

    Something to keep in mind, Edelbrocks pretty much require a fuel pressure regulator to be installed between the carb and the fuel pump. If you don't have one get a good adjustable one with a pressure gauge, 4-5psi is all they want. If this was your problem you'd be having a rich condition and...
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    My new bowtie.

    @Grit dog that's a damn good idea about using that stuff around the battery. They would have done the entire truck for around $7200 o_O. I might have them do the fuel tank on my cb1100 that'll probably be decently cheap tbh. Yep same 2.7l as the gm 1500s. Apparently, they are going to have 3...
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    My new bowtie.

    That is a very nice truck you have there. I really wanted the canyon in that AT4 trim. But around here they seem impossible to find. You also got that amazing desert tan color! Those babymax engines are absolutely fantastic. I did a lot of back and forth on the duramax vs the v6 when I was...
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    My new bowtie.

    Thanks for the recommendation @Grit dog I ended up getting a local to me company install that clear bra stuff. They used xpel. Did the front of the hood, front of the front fenders, bumper, grill, side mirrors, headlights, foglights, door sills, and the rear edge of the doors. All for the same...
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    My new bowtie.

    I was think about this a bit more today. And I think it would be a good thing to do for the new colly. Do you think the dealership offered 3M product is sufficient or would I be better off looking elsewhere? Ie. Tint or paint shop?
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    83 K20 for sale.

    I'm sure I ended up leaving some money on the table. Buyer didn't haggle or even ask about price at all. And I'm sure in other markets or different times I could have asked 15k for it and still been a decent buy/sell, but I'm happy with what I got and I think he feels the same way.
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    83 K20 for sale.

    Somewhat local. He lives in Lebannon so about 20-30 minutes away. Apparently, he also has a 89 suburban that he really likes. So it'll be a good home. I did mention if he decides to pull that engine to let me know and I'd buy it back.
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    My new bowtie.

    @idahovette The heated seats are well worth it (I'm spoiled now in my space ship compared to the 83). The desert tan (love that color) would have been my first choice in color. But unfortunately color choices at MSRP were very limited. In fact, I ended up driving 4 hours one way to get this one...
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    My new bowtie.

    As most know, I sold my square. But I am still in a bowtie. And now I don't mind sharing it. Don't hate me for getting a new pickup :Get him!: It's a 22 Colorado Z71 CCLB with the 3.6l V6. I have 1600 miles on it now and have had it for two months or so now. It's been a nice and smooth lil rig...
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