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    Anyone have an idea about electric or power retractable running boards for our trucks?

    Hey guys... Just curious if anyone has info on "Power Retractable Running Boards" for our trucks like the new trucks have? Thanks, Steve
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    Does lowering effect load carrying ability?

    My truck also has a "Hidden" 5th Wheel Hitch" there is a crank hidden in the wheelwell to raise it up... Will this effect the installation of the Beltech lowering kit? I planned on air bags if I do the camper but thanks for the reminder.... Steve
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    Does lowering effect load carrying ability?

    Im in the process of lowering my 1988 GMC (its the square cab body style) using a 3/4 Beltech kit. I am also thinking about buying a slide in self contained camper... Will lowering effect my ability to carry the camper, it will be a 10-12 foot slide in type... Thanks, Steve
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    Lowering help... Truck has hidden 5th wheel hitch...

    Hey Guys... I have a Beltech 3/4 lowering kit. My truck has a hidden 5th wheel hitch (There is a lever in the wheelwell that you move to raise it in the bed). I am wondering if this lowering kit will allow me to keep the hitch? Anyone have photos of this kit on a 1988 Chevy/GMC Crew Cab...
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    Oil Pressure Gauge Issues...

    Hey Guys... My flatbed truck is the combination of a 1979 GMC Chassis and a 1984 GMC cab... The original cab was too rusty so I made the change to the 1984 cab which has power everything...LOL I assume after some research that my Oil Pressure Gauge is electronic not mechanical? Right now its...
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    Engine dies when switching tanks....

    I assume that you have to drop the tank to change the fuel pump? To clarify even though my truck is a 1988 GMC 3500 it is the "square cab style". Does this still mean each tank has an in tank fuel pump? How many hours does it take someone of average mechanical ability to do this? Thanks so...
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    Engine dies when switching tanks....

    Hey Guys, My 1988 Square Cab Dually TBI 454 has dual tanks, both tanks are at least half full. But when I switch from one tank to the other the engine dies? If I switch back to the original tank the engine starts and runs. Also, not sure if its related but it runs rough, has a miss... I just...
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    6.0 LS into 86 C10

    I have a 1 ton Im thinking about doing the same swap.... My truck has a 454 w/TBI, do you think the 6.0 will be better than rebuilding my 454?
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    Brake Light Switch...

    My flatbed had an aftermarket Cruise Control that has a two wire connection and a vaccum port. None of the factory GM Brake Light Switches have a vaccum port. Sooo, Im goint to replace the existing switch with a GM Replacement 4 wire Brake Light Switch for Cruise Control and block of the vaccum...
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    Replacing the Hydroboost....

    I am in the process of replacing the Hydroboost on my 1987 C3500 GMC Dually. According to the instructions included with the rebuilt unit, I have to re-use the Mounting Bracket. The Bracket is held on by a giant 4 sided locknut. Anyone know of a wrench to fit this? Or the proper way to...
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    Changing from R12 to R134...

    My 1988 GMC Dually has factory AC (none working). I plan to replace the compressor, accumulator/dryer, oriface tube and switch from R12 to R134 at the same time. I was told to replace the O-rings as well? How many are there in the system and where are they located? My plan was to evacuate the...
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    Speedo Issues....

    I forgot to add that it is a two piece cable currently. Could it be I need a single cable? Thanks again... Steve
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    Speedo Issues....

    Hey Guys... Not sure if this is the right section or not? My speedometer never returns to zero? It gets stuck between 20-30 MPH... To recap how my truck is put together: Ok so my flatbed is the combination of two trucks: Chassis and Drivetrain: 1979 GMC 1 Ton with 454 and Turbo 400. It was...
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    Switching from dual to single tank... How do I fix the wiring?

    Thanks guys!! I got the fuel gauge fixed!! Now on to the next problem.... I do a new post for it...
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    Will these work for LED Dash Lights?

    Ok... So how do I add a PCM circuit... IF I dont does it means they run full bright all the time? Thanks.. Steve
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    Will these work for LED Dash Lights?

    One other question.... How many will I need to replace all of them in the guage cluster? Thanks, Steve
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    Will these work for LED Dash Lights?

    Hey Guys... Will these work for LED Dash Lights? Anybody used them? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JRE38EA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Thanks for the help.... Steve
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    Switching from dual to single tank... How do I fix the wiring?

    Anybody???
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    Switching from dual to single tank... How do I fix the wiring?

    Still working on my flatbed... Fuel selector issue not solved yet... NOPHO84K30 recommended that I trace the pink wire on the drivers side and then run it to the passenger side and connect it to the sender... What about the selecter valve on the dash? Is it still used? And if it is still used...
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    Power Steering Pump issues...

    Well.... After doing the recommended bleeding procedure, nothing changed. The pedal still sinks about 2-3 inches before the pedal stops and brakes apply. Not good. So my next step will be to replace the master cylinder. If thats not it, I guess its the hydroboost. In regards to the hydroboost...
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    Power Steering Pump issues...

    I ended up using my original fill hose... Need to bleed system according to the instructions provided above. I did start the engine though, and it seems better but pedal still sinks quite a bit... Hopefully using the "bleeding method" listed above will fix it... If not, new master is next...
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    Power Steering Pump issues...

    Craig 85: Just a length of hose.... NOT FORMED... Bummer I think Im going to bend some 3/4 tubing and use rubber hose at each end for connections, IF I cant use my original....
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    Power Steering Pump issues...

    Shiftpro: My truck had been sitting for a couple monthes. I went out to start it, and it squealed somthing terrible... The brake pedal sank to the floor... So I think it is my power steering pump? Belts were tight... If not the pump, then maybe the Master Cylinder? OR God Forbid... the...
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    Power Steering Pump issues...

    Im trying to replace a Power Steering Pump on my 1988 GMC Crew Cab Dually. It has a remote fill Reservoir. I cant seem to find a replacement? I have attached cell phone photos, sorry about the picture quality... Thanks in advance for your help. Steve
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    Switching from dual to single tank... How do I fix the wiring?

    Ok so my flatbed is the combination of two trucks: Chassis and Drivetrain: 1979 GMC 1 Ton which originally had dual tanks. It was a plain jane work truck Non Power windows, manual locks, rubber floor mats, etc. Cab: 1984 GMC...

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