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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 07:24 PM
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Today, 9 years ago, I brought my truck home with 15 miles on the meter. After 3 transmissions, 4 power steering pumps, 2 alternators, 2 water pumps, rebuilt oil pump, a new set of core injectors, regulated return fuel system, modified turbo, 3 front ends, 2 right fenders, a set of shocks, 3 sets of tires, 4 sets of brake pads, lots of oil and fuel and several other items....Its got 205,000 miles and running stronger than new.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 07:28 PM
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Congrats. Good lookin truck
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 07:42 PM
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Only 1 change of the shocks in 205k miles? I haven't changed any of the other stuff nearly as much (except alternator), but I've sure gone through a lot more shocks than that. I'd suggest you look into a new set. I bet it makes a noticeable difference.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 08:07 PM
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Originally Posted by F350-6
Only 1 change of the shocks in 205k miles? I haven't changed any of the other stuff nearly as much (except alternator), but I've sure gone through a lot more shocks than that. I'd suggest you look into a new set. I bet it makes a noticeable difference.
Good thinking...I probably could benefit by getting a new set of shocks myself (only changed mine once as well...). Any recommendations for a certain brand?


Nice looking truck Tom! Looks better than new as well.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 08:18 PM
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I've heard the blistens treat these trucks well.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 08:24 PM
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Don't forget the A/C compressor
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 09:29 PM
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And the pinion seal!......oh...wait a minute........
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 09:33 PM
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Nice picture Tom! Keep her going another 200k (with less parts hopefully)
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 09:46 PM
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Only 1 change of the shocks in 205k miles?
Those are the new shocks, Rancho 9000's. Adjustable, very nice.

Chase, its not in yet. A.C. compressor. Now getting 34.3*F coming out the vent. So....

Jeff, waiting for you
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 10:13 PM
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Which CB mount are you using? Would you mind posting a few pics of it as well?
 
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Old Aug 2, 2011 | 10:49 PM
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Noob. I've had a downpipe on "the shelf" longer than you've had your truck!

All kidding aside, ain't it great to get such long life out of a glorious truck?
 
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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by lostmybeer
Those are the new shocks, Rancho 9000's. Adjustable, very nice.

Chase, its not in yet. A.C. compressor. Now getting 34.3*F coming out the vent. So....

Jeff, waiting for you
34.3? What did you do? I'm only getting 42* Maybe it's time to recharge it?
 
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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 12:04 PM
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Looks good Tom... Need to come out to the house again some time!!!
 
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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 07:03 PM
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Nice Tom, you have become a full fledged mechanic with that pig, LOL i have had mine 9 years also, havent quite done that much, but about one of everythingthat you have replaced. except tires, been thru about 4-5 sets, i lost track.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 08:17 PM
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34.3? What did you do? I'm only getting 42* Maybe it's time to recharge it?
Fixed a leak, and recharged.

Joe, Yes I do....very bad.
 
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