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Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-08-2024, 11:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 183
Posted By Junkman
I posted recently about SD seats and ordered...

I posted recently about SD seats and ordered covers from World Upholstery because their offer was more complete and lower priced.


Here's the thread....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-19-2024, 11:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 688
Posted By Junkman
I can post pictures but it will be a couple of...

I can post pictures but it will be a couple of months. I'm sure they will be quality based on reputation. I bought the rear because the cloth that isn't seen is rotted. I'm tired of screwing...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-18-2024, 01:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 688
Posted By Junkman
Both suppliers above have correct seat cushions...

Both suppliers above have correct seat cushions for $325 or slightly more each. Ask for a discount. They both offered 10% to close the deal.

World Upholstery was significantly cheaper for my...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-17-2024, 04:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 688
Posted By Junkman
I ordered from world upholstery Friday. More...

I ordered from world upholstery Friday. More money than I'd like but I won't have to deal with the seats again and they'll work and sit like new.

I'll try to remember to post pics when done. Am...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-14-2024, 07:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 688
Posted By Junkman
Is there a difference in quality? German...

Is there a difference in quality?

German Auto Tops is at $2,806 for front seats excluding arm rest, back cover and head rest, including front seat pads. The numbers are higher than what I wrote...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-11-2024, 12:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 688
Posted By Junkman
I'm planning to order this week. Time to move....

I'm planning to order this week. Time to move. I'll post pics.

Edit: the SD has been off the road for years but has a beautiful paint job except for a few places where something caused the paint...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-11-2024, 11:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 688
Posted By Junkman
Thanks to both. It's time for me to push my...

Thanks to both. It's time for me to push my projects out and I realize while I can learn to do most things, time is short and paying to have some tasks move is the only way they'll get done.

I'm...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-10-2024, 06:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 688
Posted By Junkman
Opinions on buying new seat covers

I'm working on both an 85SD and an 85TD and want the seats renewed so that I don't rig them and never have to mess with them again. I'm willing to throw money at what I don't want to learn - in this...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-01-2023, 07:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 391
Posted By Junkman
SLS dip stick and rebuild for rear struts

Question 1: The SLS on my 85TD is leaking and I haven't found a source for a rebuild kit. Does anyone have a current source?



Alternatively, does it use stock seals in which case, can it be...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-03-2023, 08:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 387
Posted By Junkman
Thanks, finishing this will have to wait. The...

Thanks, finishing this will have to wait. The interior including the climate switches is out and the truck's clutch started slipping in 5th gear.

Keepinb the truck functional takes priority.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-02-2023, 07:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 387
Posted By Junkman
So evacuate, flush and fill with r152?

So evacuate, flush and fill with r152?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2023, 06:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 387
Posted By Junkman
Thanks, It's hidden. There was 15# of pressure so...

Thanks, It's hidden. There was 15# of pressure so I'll wait until the dash is in before doing anything else. The AC hasn't been used in at least 4 years as the car has been sitting.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-28-2023, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 387
Posted By Junkman
where is high pressure ac port on an 85TD

I'm working on an 85TD and want to see whether the AC system will hold vacuum. It has 134 size fitting so I ass/u/me it's been converted.

I've found the low side port but where is the high side...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-03-2023, 08:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,111
Posted By Junkman
Are you certain it's not a bad rag joint on the...

Are you certain it's not a bad rag joint on the drive shaft? Those were neglected on every 123/126 that I've owned.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-31-2023, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 394
Posted By Junkman
Is mechanical 123 seat rail the same on both sides

I have an 85 TD in storage 20 miles from here and need a running car quickly. Most of the interior is out and the driver's seat was taken a part before I got side tracked and let it sit.


Will...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2022, 11:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,529
Posted By Junkman
The stores can test the alternator on the car. ...

The stores can test the alternator on the car. Note that glow plugs stuck on will pull measured voltage down. You can disconnect them by pulling the big fuse in the GP relay.



If I remember...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2022, 11:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,834
Posted By Junkman
I don't diagnose in front of a seller. Anything...

I don't diagnose in front of a seller. Anything that doesn't work is a discount. $3800 is a lot for a car with transmission issues and a high starting point for getting a discount worth your time.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-13-2022, 08:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,028
Posted By Junkman
I'm not even looking at car ads hoping to get my...

I'm not even looking at car ads hoping to get my projects done before the kids sell them for no money at a yard sale.

I did go look at a tractor which I need to keep my trails clear and driveway...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-05-2022, 11:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,072
Posted By Junkman
Who has sorted through making/repairing their own hydraulic hoses

Many power steering hoses have a metal fitting crimped to the hose. I'm working on an 00 Dodge Cummins and know that the 85TD will have similar issues and the 85SD might also.


Is there a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-04-2022, 12:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,209
Posted By Junkman
Others have reported that the motor can be taken...

Others have reported that the motor can be taken a part, cleaned with an inexpensive sonic cleaner and reassembled.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2022, 08:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,209
Posted By Junkman
All motors and window regulators on a 126 are...

All motors and window regulators on a 126 are interchangeable if you get the regulator and motor as a unit. They are location specific ie front drivers has to be replaced with a front drivers unit....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2022, 08:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,089
Posted By Junkman
So, it was turning, you worked on it and suddenly...

So, it was turning, you worked on it and suddenly it won't turn?

Has to be something you did for sure.

The starter is removed so a jammed gear can't be it. Nothing else was opened to drop...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2022, 08:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,833
Posted By Junkman
Price just because? Sell it and ou'll be sorry.

Price just because? Sell it and ou'll be sorry.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-19-2022, 10:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,060
Posted By Junkman
Frequently the Bowden cable however, there have...

Frequently the Bowden cable however, there have always been more issues than that on any new to me car that I've bought. I now plug all of the vac lines going to the cabin to be sure those leaks...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-30-2022, 08:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 980
Posted By Junkman
I've seen some pretty poor work from shops. I...

I've seen some pretty poor work from shops. I had one replace a clutch, rear main and seal the transfer case on my 00 Cummins because I didn't want to do the job in the gravel. I supplied quality...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-26-2022, 09:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 640
Posted By Junkman
You have to either rewrite the htm files or use...

You have to either rewrite the htm files or use the relevant swf files to use any OS past XP or perhaps Win 7. Extract then the swf should open the correct pdf.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-25-2022, 02:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,168
Posted By Junkman
Time or money. What do you have?

Time or money. What do you have?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-23-2022, 10:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,168
Posted By Junkman
Most I've seen for $500 have been rolling pieces...

Most I've seen for $500 have been rolling pieces of trash that need every system refurbished to become enjoyable daily drivers. Keep looking but buy the best you can. It will save you money in the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-22-2022, 09:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,168
Posted By Junkman
How much time do you have? If you transfer...

How much time do you have? If you transfer parts, will you be satisfied with the outcome and drive the car for years or will you want better?

I've too many projects to add parting a car to the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-20-2022, 10:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,211
Posted By Junkman
Too bad Roy isn't working for Pelican. Service...

Too bad Roy isn't working for Pelican. Service was much better when he was. Now, I give them 1st & last look but am more aware of other vendors and not as loyal.
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