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Old Aug 3, 2021 | 12:59 PM
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I just use my efuel filters too. KISS

Think of this...it still filters better than stock.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2021 | 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Edgethis
My Cat water separator is 10 micron, thats pre pump. The post pump filter is 2 micron.
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There is a wix filter in the sticky section of the SD forum that filters as well as the shower heads. I don't run anything, I deleted the in tank stuff and rely on the pre pump filter after the selector without issues.
Now that I really think about what I have, my water separator is pre pump as well so that should do a decent job.

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I just use my efuel filters too. KISS

Think of this...it still filters better than stock.
oh I know it filters better than stock. The thing I want most out of this is to have a clear housing to be able to see any debris that comes out of the tank. With the shower heads gone I would worry about what comes the pump. But I suppose having a sump rather than a sender would prevent any build up in the bottom of the tank, as it would all flow down to the first filter
 
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Old Aug 3, 2021 | 08:25 PM
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Now that I really think about what I have, my water separator is pre pump as well so that should do a decent job.


oh I know it filters better than stock. The thing I want most out of this is to have a clear housing to be able to see any debris that comes out of the tank. With the shower heads gone I would worry about what comes the pump. But I suppose having a sump rather than a sender would prevent any build up in the bottom of the tank, as it would all flow down to the first filter
If you're worried about seeing stuff pre selector that WIX filter see through and 8 dollars. @BBslider001 runs it I'm pretty sure
 
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Old Aug 11, 2021 | 10:05 AM
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I finally got around to rotating the tires and doing a shakedown. Definitely need new rear axle seals. And have some play in my drivers side upper ball joint. Any recommendations for ball joint brands? I’ve been reading that people like XRF but I can’t seem to find it for sale from anywhere I’ve heard of.


 
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Old Aug 11, 2021 | 11:01 AM
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I believe PMF has those balljoints.
 
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Old Aug 11, 2021 | 07:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Edgethis
I believe PMF has those balljoints.
Nice catch, thanks! Now to decide if they are worth the extra $100 over spicers
 
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Old Aug 14, 2021 | 12:39 PM
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What'd you decide to go with?

I got Khanned into buying a bunch of parts so balljoints will have to wait on mine.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2021 | 01:48 PM
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Khan swindles us into stuff, yet never himself. Odd.

No clue on those ball joints, I have always just used greasable Moogs.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2021 | 02:29 PM
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I ended up getting a billet wheel for the Holset and a few other bits that I'll make a small thread on once they all arrive.

The wheel install went easy as can be. It's taller so it helps draw air in quicker and more efficiently.





I will say I'm happy with it. Spools much easier and I get more of that sweet whistle.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2021 | 02:30 PM
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Time for a short throw shifter like me!
 
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Old Aug 14, 2021 | 02:51 PM
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Time for a short throw shifter like me!
Thats the dream. Gonna need to have the trans gone through too. It doesn't like to shift into 3rd.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2021 | 02:58 PM
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Seems to me we know someone w the full Rotunda tool kit. But who? Hmm

If you can rebuild an axle you can easily do a manual box. Only problem is they are awkward due to weight. And removal of races from the case is unpleasant.

If lazy just replace 2/3/4 syncros and get on with life.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2021 | 03:20 PM
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I think thats all it really needs is the syncros. Shifts ok when you go slow but above 2k or downshifting it doesn't like to go without grinding a bit.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2021 | 03:35 PM
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Start rev matching upshifts. Helps it and you can feel it shift easier. I sent Khanman a vid of me shifting clutchless.



Only thing to note is often 5/R slider and the main shaft R gear often have torn up dogs. That is at the assend of the shaft so at that point replace all syncros. Only brass one is reverse. Rest are steel.

Need a toaster oven for reassy of syncro body to shaft. Mine was around $10 at goodwill.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2021 | 03:51 PM
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Yeah I've started revmatching some, it definitely helps.

Wonder where everyone's been at lately. Been quiet on here.
 
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