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  1. Barrman

    M1007 - CUCV Suburban Clone Build Thread

    Forgot to mention the 1998 cooling line change. The 4L80E until 1997 had the cooler lines in the same basic spot as the TH400. They were back a little bit more compared to flywheel, but close enough that metal lines could be bent a bit to screw right in. 1998 had the return line moved back to...
  2. Barrman

    M1007 - CUCV Suburban Clone Build Thread

    I didn't know this either until last weekend. 1991-1993 4L80E units have a wiring harness unique to them and not compatible with anything newer or any of the aftermarket controller units. Besides changing the internal wiring harness, these years have to have the solenoids inside changed over...
  3. Barrman

    M1007 - CUCV Suburban Clone Build Thread

    Welcome back to the internet Joe. Lots of progress going on but no pictures. I redid the headliners, they are installed. Overhead console wiring was a major pain by itself. Add in the lighted mirror on the passenger side and the compass/thermometer mirror wiring and it becomes a mess. All done...
  4. Barrman

    Snagged a 2nd M1009

    You have discovered first hand that military vehicles are herd animals. They are happy when there are others nearby. Beware that these two probably won't be your last. Very clean looking turbo install. Where does the exhaust exit the truck?
  5. Barrman

    2017 TX MV Rally

    Colton and I have that weekend blocked off to attend. Thanks again for setting this up Lincoln.
  6. Barrman

    New 6.2L Rebuild, Won't start

    I had almost the exact same issue when trying to get my Gl 6.2 to start when I put it in my m715. I had fuel in the filter, fuel coming out of the lift pump and fuel at the injectors. Yet, it would run for about 5-10 seconds then die. A minute or more of cranking would get to fire and then die...
  7. Barrman

    New 6.2L Rebuild, Won't start

    How many times did you try and start it? Just because you have fuel seeping at the injectors doesn't mean all the air is gone. Also, if you IP was dry, it will take 30-45 seconds of cranking to get pressurized fuel to the injectors. Even then it will probably do no more that puff and chug a...
  8. Barrman

    1952 REO Studebaker 331 Engine

    It is your truck to do with as you wish. I wanted to write that first so you don't think I am trying to tell you what to do because I am not. I have a '52 REO M35 with a 331 Gasser engine. I also have some sports car type gasoline powered cars I auto cross. Basically, they all fit in the...
  9. Barrman

    CUCV turbo and nv4500 swap

    Oh yeah, sometimes I forget people buy Dodge trucks that don't have a Cummins in them. Hmm.
  10. Barrman

    CUCV turbo and nv4500 swap

    I don't know the answer to your question Kenny. But, it actually brings up another question. Will the Cummins NV4500 input shaft fit the pilot bearing on a 6.2/6.5 and will a clutch for the bigger Cummins NV4500 fit the Chevy flywheel? My first post in this thread was all based on what I...
  11. Barrman

    CUCV turbo and nv4500 swap

    Banks has a fuel pump mount that is also an oil drain. You could weld a tube onto a fuel pump plate to do the same thing. That will keep the mechanical pump and not have you removing the oil pan. Chevy had a NV4500 bell with a slave cylinder on the bottom passenger side. That will hit the...
  12. Barrman

    Wait Light Stays on long time but M1009 will not crank

    If the relay under the dash is clicking with the key in the start position. That means your ignition switch on the dash is working. Do the lights on the dash change when you try to start? That would confirm the ignition switch is working. Next is the relay under the dash that you say is...
  13. Barrman

    Cracked Injector lines

    When you get the replacement lines. Make sure you clean the ends and don't make them gorilla tight. Hold the injector still with an open end 7/8" wrench and just snug the line down with a 3/4" open end. Only tighten down enough to stop seeping fuel. While making sure again the injector...
  14. Barrman

    Looking for a simple 1,5" - 2,5" Lift Kit for the M1008 / K30

    Sorry if I was confusing. I didn't mean to be. Let me try again. As pointed out by me and others since my first attempt. There are several companies that make lift kits which include springs, shocks and new brake hoses. All of which are required to do a lift safely. However, they can be...
  15. Barrman

    Looking for a simple 1,5" - 2,5" Lift Kit for the M1008 / K30

    That small of a lift kind of leaves you in never never land. You could do all new springs, shocks and brake hoses for a bunch of money. You could do ORD 1 inch add a leaf with the ORD FUSH kit and longer shackles in the front and the ORD 2.5 inch rear shackle flip. DIY4x has the same basic...
  16. Barrman

    REO factory pics

    Yes, thanks for posting. That yard full full of trucks not finished means things haven't changed to me. The BAE factory that used to make FMTV trucks is just 60 miles or so away. Some of their former employees now work at my school. They always seem to end up in my class. I guess the 383 green...
  17. Barrman

    Vrv diagnostics - m1008 1986

    I actually have never tested one. I have three trucks on the road each day with that set up though. Sorry I can't comment about the slow seeping of the vacuum. I can comment about the set up of the valve though. If you wish, go ahead and try to get exactly .646. You might or might not like...
  18. Barrman

    How do I test the Glow Plug Controller?

    Somehow I missed this thread. There are several questions asked that got answered but kind of disjoined. Driving in snow/ice conditions in 2Hi with the front hubs locked on pavement so if you get stopped all you have to do is pull the lever for 4Hi or 4LO is just fine. Yes, all the parts that...
  19. Barrman

    Window won't roll up

    Then most likely your regulator is shot. My drivers side window on my first M1009 did that. Cold front just blew in, 60 miles from home and no jacket. I went through a fast food place and it went down just fine. Just not back up. New regulator from LMC, a few cut knuckles and all was well...
  20. Barrman

    6.2 disel clatter / rattle.

    Unplug the advance wire from the IP. Take it for a drive and see if that helps. If so, then the sensor on the passenger side rear head could be faulty. I get back to my class and your other truck Tuesday. I have one of those sensors there if that is the problem. If that doesn't change anything...
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