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Yeah… if you calculate the cost of the switch, coolant lost, mess made, labor etc… I might just bypass this bad boy! I got plenty of room on the dash for more switches!
Yes! Thanks! Better then paying over $100! Gee I had 10 of these switches and sold them all last winter… that’s how it goes, when you need it, you don’t have it….
Step 10
Install front and rear driveshafts. Pic 1-2
As you can see in pics 3-4 you will not need to shorten or lengthen the driveshafts. The driveshaft angles are exactly the same as it was with the Th400/np208
Step 8
Reconnect the transfer case linkage. Pic 1
Step 9
Reconnect the Transmission Linkage.
Do not forget to install the spring and plastic washer. Pic 2-4
Connected Pic 5-6
Both step 8 and 9 does not require any adjustments of the shifting linkage.
Steering column does not need to be...
Using gravity, it is impossible to fully flush out a 6.2 or 6.5 motor of its coolant and contaminants. The design of the coolant passages prevents this. Hence the common overheating problem.
You have to force flush it with pressure by creating an adapter of some sort to hook up to the motor...
Step 7
Put a generous bead of Optimum Black on the adapter. If you prefer to use the gasket, that is an option as well. Pic 1
Lift up the freshly rebuilt Transfer case and put it part way on the shaft. Let it hang. Clean the 6x9/16” bolt threads and put on thread lock. Clock the Transfer case...
Step #6
Install the Th400 Crossmember.
The Th400 Crossmember with the Long 700r4 Adapter is a direct bolt on! No drilling into the frame is required! Because it is a direct bolt on, you will also NOT NEED to shorten or lengthen the driveshafts! Why?
The Th400’s length from bell housing to...
Step #5
Install the 700r4 transfer case adapter (Gm 14038663).
First clean up the adapter and transmission rear housing area with a Scott’s pad and paper towel. Pics 1-4
Put some ATF on the adapter O-Ring by simply pouring a small amount on a paper towel and rotate the O-Ring on the fluid...
For a few dollars more, you could easily upgrade to a higher flow Flowkooler water pump. Just give them a call and tell them what you need.
https://flowkoolerwaterpumps.com/
Here’s a good write up on replacing the timing cover, water pump etc I did not long ago. Starts on page 5 close to the...
I would love to get a set of Alcan Leaf Springs some
Now you know your problem. Alcan leaf springs are prob the best springs you could ever get if you plan on having the truck forever. A good cheap set of junk yard leaf springs go a long way too if you are on a budget.
https://alcanspring.com/
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