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  1. HelluvaEngineer

    secret kill switch - security - discourage possible theft?

    The thread that refuses to die. I think this needs to be turned into a competition of some kind. Sent from my VIVO XL using Tapatalk
  2. HelluvaEngineer

    secret kill switch - security - discourage possible theft?

    How about the brake pedal? Sent from my VIVO XL using Tapatalk
  3. HelluvaEngineer

    secret kill switch - security - discourage possible theft?

    On mine there's a giant ass chain under the seat that can run all the way up to the steering wheel. That would be the mechanical solution. Just throwing it out there. Sent from my VIVO XL using Tapatalk
  4. HelluvaEngineer

    Fusible link size for GP relay when using 12v bypass

    Seems to work fine. I tried one of these snowplow relays. It seems to work well, although it's almost silent. The truck starts well after the plugs cycle.
  5. HelluvaEngineer

    Fusible link size for GP relay when using 12v bypass

    Thanks, I ended up doing something similar, although I put the fusible link first. Should be fine I suppose. I'll rethink it if I run some bigger wire from the battery. Sent from my VIVO XL using Tapatalk
  6. HelluvaEngineer

    Fusible link size for GP relay when using 12v bypass

    Hi all. I promise I read the FAQs and looked at the TM diagram. I'm confused about which size fusible link to use when jumping from the 12v block directly to the new Glow Plug relay that I am also installing. The old wires are brittle and I'd rather put something new in. So it looks like the...
  7. HelluvaEngineer

    Voltmeter - mapping voltages to markings

    Nah. Drill four holes. Those little handheld hacksaws with the blade exposed at the end are great for squaring off corners.
  8. HelluvaEngineer

    Voltmeter - mapping voltages to markings

    What will drive you nuts is a mechanical oil pressure gauge. I have one on my Z28. You can watch the pressure bleed off your bearings when you lay on it. That said it makes over 100 psi on cold start. Figure 10 psi per 1000 rpm when warm is sufficient. Sent from my VIVO XL using Tapatalk
  9. HelluvaEngineer

    Voltmeter - mapping voltages to markings

    Oh. Just to get an accurate reading. I could get a VDO gauge but just being a cheapskate. Sent from my VIVO XL using Tapatalk
  10. HelluvaEngineer

    Voltmeter - mapping voltages to markings

    I know you guys will hate me but I found an overseas source for 30v digital voltmeters for about $3 each. I'm going to put one next to the analog one on that panel. Plus a switch likely...for something. Sent from my VIVO XL using Tapatalk
  11. HelluvaEngineer

    Voltmeter - mapping voltages to markings

    Yes. And the worst part is the resistor is pink. On mine anyway. Sent from my VIVO XL using Tapatalk
  12. HelluvaEngineer

    Voltmeter - mapping voltages to markings

    I should have mentioned - I checked the impedance across my makeshift resistor pack and it was 297-298ohm, so definitely within 1% tolerance. It was also interesting that the next time I started the truck the meter slowly went up into the middle of the end range. So maybe 29 or so volts coming...
  13. HelluvaEngineer

    Voltmeter - mapping voltages to markings

    Hi everyone. My voltmeter died shortly after buying my m1009. Thanks for all who contributed helpful posts that came up on my search regarding debugging the voltmeter. I checked at the connections and I was getting 24v. So I pulled it. Then I took it to my shop and connected the 12v lug...
  14. HelluvaEngineer

    Top removal idea

    Does anyone know approximately what the fiberglass top weighs? Just curious. Sent from my VIVO XL using Tapatalk
  15. HelluvaEngineer

    Recommendations for exhaust replacement

    Thanks. That gives me a price point for a custom job, which is exactly what I needed. Not sure I'll pay extra for stainless. We don't have to contend with road salt down here like you do up there.
  16. HelluvaEngineer

    Recommendations for exhaust replacement

    The exhaust in my m1009 is rotted out. Based on a little research here and on the interwebz, it looks like a K5 small block manifold-back kit will match perfectly. So, first, is this true? Secondly, any modern preferences? My local Maaco has a 3 star review so I'm considering DIY since I...
  17. HelluvaEngineer

    Converting glowplug relay

    Yep, actually. I have a 15hp Zen-Noh (Kubota) I use to mow the back 40. Glad you posted that because I need to order a replacement.
  18. HelluvaEngineer

    Converting glowplug relay

    Thank you, sir.
  19. HelluvaEngineer

    Converting glowplug relay

    Thanks, that gives me some options. I figure anything that can handle the current will work fine. That center one looks a *lot* like the imported ones. I suspect they are ubiquitous now. Sadly these are currently being sold as...
  20. HelluvaEngineer

    Converting glowplug relay

    Thanks for the feedback. Those appear to be made overseas now and are listed on the "Bay" site that I can't link to as a comparable part for $15 each. Likely they are the same. I'm asking because I'd rather buy two for the price of one and have a spare, and if someone has a Ford P/N that...
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