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Ah yes, the "hi Mom!" sign

I went over those connections with mastic tape. That stuff is awesome. No need to redo all of those connections, unless you are a perfectionist.

https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/diy-brake-drum-puller.172701/

This attempt however, did not work : )

Ha!, I had mine working on brake air lines. She actually liked it until I told her there were another 500 lines she needed to replace along each rail in the hot sun.

I realize now that the minute you tell someone the drums just slide off, you have jinxed yourself!

I have used an 8 ton harbor freight jack in this manor. Works great!

LOL ok, I "get it". It was just a reference point for others.

FYI: There is a new loctite that forms well in grease / oil, I believe.

Mine came with built loctite on the threads. Probably equivalent.

Ugh I don't use FB. Too much data misuse.

Yes, I will work on something.

Trusty BFH lol

Based on comments from Plasa with the 4x4, I would gander that it would be better to just do the middle pumpkin if using non-air lockers. He described some rear end giddiness when the Detroit style lockers lock in. Having the rears not locked in a 6x6 would likely stabilize the truck more when...

What is the cost on this?

Spicer, unless you like roll the dice. I have noticed Chinese machining in things like bearings can be horrible. I won't buy Chinese bearings anymore. Got burned on a finish mower with a set. Went out faster than a politician being chased by reporters. I buy Tinkem exclusively now. They have...

Larger diameter tires might get around a resultant 3.40:1? I don't know, just asking.

I think you are right. If traveling to colder climates, a wider viscosity range would help. The cheapest good synthetic unfortunately is Chinese based Sinopec. I have heard good things about the oil, but have philosophical issues with purchasing it. Sinopec is now on the Mercedes list of...

I have 3 axles to drain and fill. Interested in opinions on best bang for buck on 80w90 or similar weight synthetic. What brand do you like to use? Where do you find the best prices.