Recent Content by B.G. Smith

Old post but same thing just occurred to me. The cel auto turns off after three run cycles after problem is corrected. (low or no voltage.)

Missing one rib.

Thanks for the replies. bg

120000 miles, all original parts.

I am at point where my serpentine belt must be replaced. What is consensus on going ahead and replacing the idler pulley, fan bearing water pump, etc?

Thanks to all. BG

Antifreeze recommendations?

Well, I changed the filter, put cap on and tightened as tight I thought was good and I could still see the "O" ring, tightened some more, looks good. Guess I was fortunate it failed at home. (It didn't fail, I just failed to tighten it right the last time.) The filter housing is kind of like the...

As fine as the threads are I doubted it possible? It did start to leak and has about 10,000 miles on filter. I must have turned it 3/4 of a turn till it got tight. Haven't driven truck since. I am going to go ahead and change the filter and look at the cover real close. Thanks for the replies.

06 3500, anyone ever had the fuel filter cover unscrew enough to cause it to leak?

Thank you Oz

Is there a solution that works to get the insulation back in place or what are the consequences if removed all together?

Yes, the first two sets were stainless steel.

I just cut the line with razor blade and installed, I will make sure no burrs this time... got new fittings in ail today. No sleeve. The compressor is rubber mounted, vibration may be a factor. Thanks for the replies.

The push on fittings for the 1/4" plastic lines on my exhaust brake continue to leak. Replaced them with original type and still leak. anyone find a fitting that will hold air for a while?