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    Transfer case question?

    My 85 k10 had solid hub covers on the front axle when I bought it,full time front axel engagement. I installed the lock/ unlocked hubs. Then I heard that my transfer case has to always spin for lubrication. I'm guessing that's why for the full time hubs? Any thoughts will be appreciated. For now...
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    Joys of the 10 bolt

    For what it's worth a wrap of Teflon tape on the threads and some white Teflon pipe dope on the tape then tighten "snuggly" is my procedure. The tape gives resistance to back-out and the pipe dope will cure to stop vibrating out but won't have to be heated to remove. If you do use locktite...
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    Limited slip in the front?

    I have an 85 K-10 4x4, basically a good old work truck. I want to install a limited slip diff in the rear Just to improve winter drivability in the snow. What are your thoughts about a limited slip in the front also to make this truck almost unstoppable in snow. I live way up in the mountains...
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    Fuel leaks down?

    My 85 K10 350 has a quarter carb. If I let the truck set for more than a week I have to crank over for 15-20 seconds to start. The fuel seems to drain down back to tank. I have tried the paper filters with the check valve and they help for a few months then fail. I have set the carb off ,filled...
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    Long cranking time

    I have an 85 K10,350,4speed,4x4. If I drive the truck every day it starts right up. If it sets for a week or longer it takes a real long time to start,lots of cranking over. I have been told I might need a check valve in the fuel line to keep fuel from draining back to the tank. I have also...
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    posi front differential?

    I have a 1985 1500 chevy 4x4 with manual front hubs.12 bolt rear end,10 bolt front diffferntial. I want to make this truck unstoppable in snow and mud,mainly snow. Can I put a limited slip posi unit in the front.I know it might be a little mean to steer but the manual hubs will remedy that...

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