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Forum: Electrical Tech 07-28-2010, 12:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,551
Posted By seeburg220
Re: '00 Reverse light fuse keeps blowing

Problem solved ! Turns out, the wire leading from the switch on the end of the shift lever (called the Transmission Control Switch TCS), was grounding out on the steering column.

I took the...
Forum: Electrical Tech 07-28-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,551
Posted By seeburg220
Re: '00 Reverse light fuse keeps blowing

update: sure enough, I pulled it out of the garage and after about 5 minutes, the fuse blew. Pulled it back in the garage. Turned engine off; replaced fuse. Turned key to "on" position. ...
Forum: Electrical Tech 07-28-2010, 09:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,551
Posted By seeburg220
'00 Reverse light fuse keeps blowing

The 15 amp fuse for the reverse lights / OD lockout button and two other circuits, keeps blowing.

Of course, when I pull it into the garage to work on it, put a new fuse in - it's fine. I've...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 02-21-2010, 10:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,461
Posted By seeburg220
How did you know it was your injector? I'm...

How did you know it was your injector? I'm wondering if I should replace all of mine, since it's all torn apart now. They're not cheap, though. Thanks
Forum: General Tech 02-20-2010, 04:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 24,157
Posted By seeburg220
Removed the cylinder heads on mine today - it...

Removed the cylinder heads on mine today - it was a blown head gasket in the #6 cylinder. Head or block must be warped.
Forum: Exhaust and Mufflers 02-20-2010, 08:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,599
Posted By seeburg220
removing exhaust manifolds

I'm pulling the heads on my 2000 4.0L....

The exhaust bolts are rusted-on there pretty good.

Any tips on removing manifolds ?

I tried disconnecting the 2 exhaust pipe bolts (per side) from...
Forum: General Tech 02-17-2010, 06:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 24,157
Posted By seeburg220
I have the 4.0 L V-6 and am having the same...

I have the 4.0 L V-6 and am having the same problems you describe.

never overheats
bubbles only after it's shut off
rarely used coolant
replaced the cap - didn't help
pressure tested...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 02-15-2010, 12:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,461
Posted By seeburg220
I think I have the same exact problem, and I...

I think I have the same exact problem, and I believe it's head gasket or cracked head...Started mis-firing really bad. ODB gave a code of 0306 = #6 misfire. Removed plug...it was clean and dry and no...
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-09-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,045
Posted By seeburg220
Here's a pic with the new upper control arm/ball...

Here's a pic with the new upper control arm/ball joint installed as well as the lower. I'm now done with the left side; will drink beer now and continue tomorrow :)
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-09-2010, 01:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,045
Posted By seeburg220
I'll try and post some pics 2nite. Here's...

I'll try and post some pics 2nite.

Here's what I've done so far on my '00 Xtra cab 4x4, 4.0L:


got the ball joint press loaner tool from Auto Zone. Advance didn't have one in stock for loan....
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-07-2010, 07:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,045
Posted By seeburg220
I had the same thing happen to me at 6am this...

I had the same thing happen to me at 6am this morning> leaving for work and it sounded like 2 fatties going at it on a rusty mattress :eek:

Definitely the left lower ball joint.

Supposed to...
Forum: Vehicle Videos 12-05-2009, 01:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,145
Posted By seeburg220
Well, you kept her wheels...She'll ride on...

Well, you kept her wheels...She'll ride on another day.
Forum: Music/Movies/Computers/etc. 12-05-2009, 01:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,185
Posted By seeburg220
I'm a geezin-set-in-my-ways 44-year old, so I...

I'm a geezin-set-in-my-ways 44-year old, so I tend to stick w/ older music. I do like variety:

Rush
Southern Rock: Outlaws, Hatchet, most Skynyrd, Blackfoot
Classical music: Rachmaninoff, Haydn...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 11-15-2009, 03:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 18,207
Posted By seeburg220
What size is the front axle nut: '00 w/ 4x4

What socket size is the front axle nut for a 2000 4x4 ?
Forum: Off Topic 10-17-2009, 03:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,624
Posted By seeburg220
Man, that must have made a terrible noise. Sorry...

Man, that must have made a terrible noise. Sorry for your mis-fortune. That's a good looking truck, though!
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 10-17-2009, 03:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,203
Posted By seeburg220
Looks like the rubber boot has come loose or has...

Looks like the rubber boot has come loose or has been damaged. Not sure if the splines are supposed to be sticking out that far or not.
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