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Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
06-15-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,830
Posted By jimbo486

You might check to be certain the drive key in...

You might check to be certain the drive key in the pump shaft didn't get pushed out or happen to fall out while installing the pump.
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
05-30-2021, 09:38 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 14,266
Posted By jimbo486

GREAT choice!! :peel:[guitar]

GREAT choice!!

:peel:[guitar]
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
05-30-2021, 09:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,429
Posted By jimbo486

I bought the Dorman arms just as NJT did. I put...

I bought the Dorman arms just as NJT did. I put the factory size, 18" blades on and don't have an issue. The basic Michelin blades that Costco carries.
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
05-30-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,012
Posted By jimbo486

Because we say it does, peasant! Obey or else!

Because we say it does, peasant! Obey or else!
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
05-30-2021, 09:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,830
Posted By jimbo486

I might refrain from doing this as doing so just...

I might refrain from doing this as doing so just a bit too much could interfere with the tapered fitment of the gear on the pump shaft. It's been suggested to me to dimple the key on both sides with...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
05-23-2021, 09:13 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,293
Posted By jimbo486

I second this. Charlie does some amazing work!!

I second this. Charlie does some amazing work!!
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
05-23-2021, 09:06 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,288
Posted By jimbo486

You mentioned it only seems to happen at a 1/2...

You mentioned it only seems to happen at a 1/2 tank and below ... I might turn my focus to inspecting the supply hose on the fuel sender assembly / canister in the tank. Seems to me that this would...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
05-23-2021, 09:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,012
Posted By jimbo486

You were able to get performance parts shipped to...

You were able to get performance parts shipped to CA?? Aren't those known to the state to cause cancer??
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
04-06-2021, 05:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,934
Posted By jimbo486

On the list of many things I've been wanting to...

On the list of many things I've been wanting to do for a long time, among them is to stiffen the inner door skins. In my experience working with the window regulators, motors, speakers, etc., I'm...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
04-06-2021, 05:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 673
Posted By jimbo486

You'll be just fine using a Gates pump. I've been...

You'll be just fine using a Gates pump. I've been using them for many years without a single issue yet. Same goes for their belts, tensioners and radiator hoses.

As mentioned already, Cummins...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
04-06-2021, 05:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,959
Posted By jimbo486

I've done it without moving the tank at all. It's...

I've done it without moving the tank at all. It's been a while since but I recall being very cautious in holding on to the bolt so I wouldn't "lose it" in the frame. If I were to do it again, I'd...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
04-04-2021, 09:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,552
Posted By jimbo486

I've been quite fond of this trick ... ...

I've been quite fond of this trick ...

https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/forums/1st-gen-ram-all-topics-93/fix-your-fuel-cut-off-solenoid-117593/

Did this to mine some years ago after it had...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
03-07-2021, 01:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,857
Posted By jimbo486

Make sure you have a good ground at the core...

Make sure you have a good ground at the core support just in front of the battery. The front end lighting and gauges especially are heavily reliant upon that ground. Although, typically the gauges...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
03-07-2021, 01:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 609
Posted By jimbo486

I bought a replacement single cab that I rolled...

I bought a replacement single cab that I rolled onto its back when I cleaned and sprayed the bottom side with undercoating. Very easily done.
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-21-2021, 08:44 AM
Replies: 8,948
Views: 878,885
Posted By jimbo486

Coyote whistles where I'm at lol.

Coyote whistles where I'm at lol.
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-16-2021, 09:12 AM
Replies: 8,948
Views: 878,885
Posted By jimbo486

To each their own, of course. I wanted to get...

To each their own, of course. I wanted to get away from the big and dated look of the OEM lights and their typical replacements.

To date, the only incandescent bulbs left on the truck are those in...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-15-2021, 08:30 AM
Replies: 8,948
Views: 878,885
Posted By jimbo486

I replaced my dually fender clearance lights with...

I replaced my dually fender clearance lights with an LED that is much more sleek looking!
...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-14-2021, 06:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,612
Posted By jimbo486

Let's see how they look after the sun goes down...

Let's see how they look after the sun goes down ... :o :o :o [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-14-2021, 06:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,612
Posted By jimbo486

Dually fender marker light upgrade

I've been on a long hunt for a quality, good looking LED light to replace the bulky and ugly factory clearance lights. Last week, while cruising the website of a light manufacturer that I've...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-14-2021, 06:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 7,994
Posted By jimbo486

Headlight adjusting screws (better replacements)

A while back, I broke a headlight adjuster screw when attempting to adjust the headlights. Dorman 42188 is what was spec'd for an OEM replacement for our trucks. It was recommended to warm them up...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-14-2021, 06:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,457
Posted By jimbo486

Double DIN stereo install

Browsing Crutchfield's website, I stumbled upon Pioneer's modular series stereos. These units have a single DIN chassis with a double DIN, 6.8" screen. They can be mounted separately from one another...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-14-2021, 02:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 633
Posted By jimbo486

I have no idea what these clips look like as I've...

I have no idea what these clips look like as I've no experience with that particular trim panel. A gentleman by the name of Oliver Foster is floating around here and is a wealth of knowledge and may...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-09-2021, 01:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 997
Posted By jimbo486

It consists of connectors with a varying number...

It consists of connectors with a varying number of cavities and shapes; 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-way connectors. The 5-way are round. It also has an assortment of male and female terminals for the...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-08-2021, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8,948
Views: 878,885
Posted By jimbo486

No cutting needed with the way I installed it. I...

No cutting needed with the way I installed it. I used the brackets for the screen that came with it, cut them short and mounted them to the bottom of the "shelf / step" above the radio. In my...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-07-2021, 01:52 PM
Replies: 8,948
Views: 878,885
Posted By jimbo486

Double DIN Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX installed!...

Double DIN Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX installed! :cowboy:

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