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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Nice work. I wish I was lucky enough to have a 4x4.
He doesn't make us look bad, he just makes us look slower than he is. LOL.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
LOL thanks for the comments, how many 16-17 year olds are on this site?
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Well, we are three. I am until next month, then I'm 18.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
I got 2 questions here.
The first: Is this bar suppose to be bent like it is or do I need a new one? ![]() The second:How do I get the hub or what ever its called off? ![]()
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Ok since that didnt get any replies, what all can I take off the front axle that wont cost me hundreds of dollars to put back on. Im trying to make a sorta show truck outta this thing so I dont want any rust on it. And I know next to nothing about axles and what not. I bought me some chassis saver and what not, trying to clean this front end up for paint.
Edit:Everthing that has a rubber seal, like the tierods and what not, can I jsut buy new boots or do I have to replace that whole thing?
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I know the pieces fit
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
I don't know much of anything about front steering gear, but that is the front tie rod and it needs to be replaced. Bent = trash pile. As far as removing it, I think the tool is called a pickle-fork, but you're really into territory where you need a very good shop manual. Not that you won't get help here, but a good shop manual is a must.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Where can I find one and how much will it cost?
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Try the dealership first. Last time I bought one new it was under $100 for a 3/4 ton tie rod.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
im 16
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
that is what the spring perches are supposed to look like, the driver's side mount has a larger/slightly irregular shaped hole.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
I looked up the diagram for the front end, the bar thats bent is just the adjustment sleeve, its under $50 outta autozone. So now Im trying to take my tie rods out of it. Wat a PITA. New tie-rods are like $20 a peice. The internet does wanders. Thanks for all the replies.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Everytime I look the part up and I find it, I can only find one for a 4:10 gear ratio. Is that going to matter? OR am I just screwed till I do go to a dealership?
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Well I hope that the parts house carries the part cause I just got back from the dealership and they no longer carry it.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
well i turned 18 today so now you make an 18 year old look bad
![]() as for your hub, dana 44? if so then you need to take off the locking hub (6-8 long skinny screws) then take that mess out inside (internal snap rings and a big goofy retaining nut that you can take off with a screwdriver and hammer if you dont have the special socket...ask me how i know...) then the hub should slide off. at least thats how it was on a TTB Ford dana 44 oh and all the steering parts are available at NAPA, autozone, advance, VIP, hell i bet you could get them through walmart
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
OK well I got the first snap ring off, the little one on the inside of the hub, now what else and in what order to I need to take out?
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Well since Im at a stand still, no money to buy parts, I decided it was time for some cleaning. So I moved everything out of my side of the garage and cleaned it, presure washed the concrete, then moved stuff back in. Now I can walk with out stepping on stuff lol.
Well anywho, got bored so I took some pics with my phone. Heres the frame as she sits. ![]() Here she is moved back in, ![]() Here is my Daily Driver, did a complete tune up today on it. ![]() And just for fun, my pyramid. ![]()
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
I pulled the gas tank today, one bracket was so rusted that it snapped, the other came off fine. How do I fix the broken bracket? Here are some pics.
This is the good side ![]() This is the one that broke ![]()
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
I have an 87 3/4 ton which at some point is going to need what you are doing. Here is some things to consider. Your rear brakes, the cost of a disc brake conversion is not that much more than rebuilding the rear brakes if you intend to get new backing plates and drums. Also you have a daily driver so I am assuming the is no real rush to get this done. While you have the body off it might be a good time to box the frame even though you want it as a "show truck" it will give you piece of mind if you ever want to go off roading. I like the pyramid of dip cans when you get older the turn into beer cans/bottles and tend to slow your project down. Good on you for taking time to clean, parts the garage, everything. I believe you said you was going to put the 305 back in. My opinion is if your putting this much work in save your pennies and find a nice, running, 350 to put in. You will thank yourself latter. Good job kid it is looking good. if you need any info,stats,specs shoot me a message.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Actually I looked the numbers up on the engine, it turns out to be an 86-88 350 2 or 4 bolt main. So all the motor will get is new seals and what not.Thanks for comments Moody.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
Good deal I have a copy of the RPO codes if you want to figure out what you got for gearing and what not I can send them to you.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
First you would have to explain what a RPO code is and where do I find it, but sure Id be greatful to know what gears I have.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
inside the glove box there should be a bunch of codes there different options. i would cut and paste them on here but there is 104 pages. write down all your codes and send them to me at harborfire_17@yahoo.com and I will send you a list of your options and any info I get off them.
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Re: Ole Rusty-86 3/4 4WD
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