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Installed a new fuel sender at the tank.
Of course it didn't take the 5 min I thought it would because one screw was stripped and because it was next to the fuel line my 1/2" shank screw extractor wouldn't work...
Everything's a production with this truck.
Installed a new fuel sender at the tank.
Of course it didn't take the 5 min I thought it would because one screw was stripped and because it was next to the fuel line my 1/2" shank screw extractor wouldn't work...
Everything's a production with this truck.
Today I added brake fluid to my recently installed remote master cylinder reservior. I noticed over recent days the brake pedal is getting higher, but is still somewhat soft.
Few more things done this weekend...new tachometer cable installed, reflectors mounted, new grounding wire harness along with some new tailgate handles/steps & stops...
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Thanks. whatadeuce!Hello another ahab, My experience with Deuces has been a high pedal, and a hard pedal. I find I am confident with this remote reservoir. its easy to visibly check, and add to if necessary.
You're right, cattlerepairman, it looks great. Nice work!I cut out the rust on the fender, welded patches and sprayed with Rhinoliner titnted 383 Green. Getting them to make that colour was another production but I can't wait to see it dried. Looks really good!
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Well at least you did an excellent installation job ! Looks great ! All jobs like this seem to have major problems. Nothing ever seems to go "just right" . All mechanics believe in "vehicle Gremlins" . You need to leave out some milk or better yet beer for them the night before you start a major project. That way the next day their drunk so they won't mess with you.Finally finished the Waterloo Industries power steering install. While any project on this truck spirals into some sort of production, this one was particularly frustrating. From horrible quality tools (out of the box) over power drills (yes, 2) dying a smoky fiery death to a missing bracket and a good dose of my own missteps it took way longer and was way more involved then planned.
I cut out the rust on the fender, welded patches and sprayed with Rhinoliner titnted 383 Green. Getting them to make that colour was another production but I can't wait to see it dried. Lools really good!
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Power steering tested and it appears to be working and I see no leaks (fingers crossed).
I need to give a shoutout to M-35 Tom (Waterloo Industries) for making a superb kit and for being a gentleman and supplying a missing bracket. I had the kit on the shelf for almost a year (unopened boxes, so I know I did not misplace anything) but he could easily have said, sorry, it has been too long, you need to purchase a replacement.
Excellent service and I highly recommend his products.
Good looking truck & I'm going to copy how you mounted the remote brake reservoir too.Today I added brake fluid to my recently installed remote master cylinder reservior. I noticed over recent days the brake pedal is getting higher, but is still somewhat soft.
Well at least you did an excellent installation job ! Looks great ! All jobs like this seem to have major problems. Nothing ever seems to go "just right" . All mechanics believe in "vehicle Gremlins" . You need to leave out some milk or better yet beer for them the night before you start a major project. That way the next day their drunk so they won't mess with you. [/QUOTE
We we used to say we had gremlins on our UH-1N’s.Your Helicopter will be gremlins free. Back to the possibilities. A witch doctor. If all else fails, find a real deal witch doctor. Witch doctors scare the crap out of gremlins. Finding a witch doctor can be very difficult so this is used a a last resort option.
Options are good:Well at least you did an excellent installation job ! Looks great ! All jobs like this seem to have major problems. Nothing ever seems to go "just right" . All mechanics believe in "vehicle Gremlins" . You need to leave out some milk or better yet beer for them the night before you start a major project. That way the next day their drunk so they won't mess with you.
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