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May 15, 2015 | 06:12 PM

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yup, me and my buddy made sure of that, now it onto the alternator!!

May 21, 2015 | 05:51 PM

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Well after working a bit at a parts house and receiving my discount I decided it's time to write up a grocery list of things I want to do/fix on the truck so my list is starting again...YIKES! But at least it will be for keeping one more truck on the road...

Things to do:

alternator
DONE Replace serp belt
DONE replace belt tensioner pulley
Oil pan and gasket and drain plug
Oil change back to 5W30 (the Ford place put 5w20 in)
Camber adjustment bushings
Alignment

Jun 4, 2015 | 05:02 PM

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Ok I just did the serp belt on my truck for the first time (yes Im happy I did it with out much fuss) and I know it may be kinda pointless to do when it will be coming right back off when the alt gets replaced but I figured I might as well do it and learn and at least have the new belt on!!

I figure when the alt comes off I only need to remove the section for the alt any ways so meh…and for anyone interested or not sure its a 15mm socket that you need to use for lifting up the tentioner

Jun 5, 2015 | 12:56 PM

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Also sorted out why sandy is eating belts every 2-3 years, replaced the tensioner with a new one.

Here is a picture of the shiny goodness installed

makes me feel good knowing that i not only learned something new but did something to help keep my truck on the road longer

Jun 9, 2015 | 01:37 PM

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bought the u-joints today, for both wheels in the front, figured if I am having one done (don't have a two post lift at the house) I might as well do both...

Jun 10, 2015 | 06:09 PM

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ok, my brother came into town Monday and we went a head and bought a few more parts,

Now I have the oil pan, oil (T5 Rotela), engine flush (forget the brand but its recommended/[endorsed??] by UTI), along with new gasket and drain plug and STP oil stabilizer with Zinc additive to compliment the Rotela stuff

Next on the list will be to take a weekend and drop the old pan,, and then put the new stuff on, and then replace the alternator and have a smooth working truck!! can't wait!

Jun 13, 2015 | 05:45 PM

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alternator
Alignment
Oil change to T5 rotela (the Ford place put 5w20 in I think)
DONE Replace serp belt
DONE replace belt tensioner pulley
DONE Buy Oil pan, gasket and drain plug
DONE purchase Camber adjustment bushings

Jul 9, 2015 | 08:28 PM

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well a sad but happy day has come for me, I have sold Sandy and upgraded to a slightly newer and bigger truck, going to see what all the fuss is about the newer (99) Diesels...I have "grown" into a bigger F250 and my job (delivering parts) is starting to require me delivering bigger loads then what I was comfortable carrying in the F150 with a rotting out frame that was getting too expensive to repair!!

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Jul 9, 2015 | 08:53 PM

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Sucks that you had to sell her, but congrats on the new truck. I'm sure it will last you awhile.

Jul 9, 2015 | 08:57 PM

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I agree, I just figured with the frame rotting as it was and the fact it was starting to drain money out of my pocket I just needed something with more reliability (not saying it wasn't reliable) but having to replace something every other week just was not my idea of fun...

I wish I could have keept her but having this newer truck I feel is a bit better (even though it shows signs of being used hard) for what I am using it for (and it seems the bed is a tiny bit bigger)...also figured my current build thread was kinda dieing out and coming to an end

here is the mileage of the day I traded her (Day of post) 7-9-2015

Jul 9, 2015 | 09:25 PM

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I understand, my Dad went through the same thing a few years ago. He had an 89 F150 SCLB for over 20yrs. But the rust just got so bad that he had to let it go. So he bought an 05 F350 CCLB.

Sep 10, 2015 | 09:56 PM

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here is the new list of items to do (my to-do list)

upgrade and install LED CHML - DONE
upgrade the tail lights - DONE
repair cruise control - DONE
upgrade turn lamps - DONE
switch to all LED bulbs (interior) - DONE
switch to all LED bulbs (exterior) - DONE
car alarm - CANCLED
wood trim change out - CANCLED
custom steering wheel (wood trim) - CANCLED
swap out stock air snorkel to 460 snorkel - DONE
enjoying my truck - SOLD (this aint ever gonna be done...if it is please contact original poster as there may be a problem with his truck)
receive Lund Christmas gift - DONE
move spare to back end of truck and possibly add Jerry can carrier - CANCLED
mud flaps (2 or 4) - CANCLED
audio system upgrade - CANCLED
custom headliner with speakers - CANCLED
back-up alarm install - CANCLED
window tint - CANCLED
rear mounted spare carrier (bronco style) if possible - CANCLED
custom headliner with speakers in it - CANCLED
Additional stop/turn/tail LED lamps - CANCLED
New exaust system - CANCLED
topper - DONE
install electric fan(s) - CANCLED
head light wire harnes to move to different switch - CANCLED
upgrade/replace/restore headlamp lenses - DONE

Sep 11, 2015 | 06:18 AM

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Haven't looked at this thread in a while. Congrats on the Super Duty! Although, if you think fixing the F150 was expensive, the Super Duty will shock you.

Sep 11, 2015 | 07:01 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Fastback460

I understand, my Dad went through the same thing a few years ago. He had an 89 F150 SCLB for over 20yrs. But the rust just got so bad that he had to let it go. So he bought an 05 F350 CCLB.

well I still plan to visit the 89-96 section and guys from time to time still

you havent gotten rid of me yet....