00Stalled.jpg
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On the way to be checked out, it stalled. It had symptoms of being flooded, but didn't blow black sm...

01LHF.jpg
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GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard is not installed per ...

01LHR.jpg
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The t/g-to-body gap is much wider at the top on this side, suggesting the bedwall is slightly bent o...

01TGv.jpg
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The Left bedwall is bent outboard slightly, causing the t/g gap to taper.

Adjust LHR c-pillar angle...

01RoofG.jpg
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The camper glass run is dry-rotting, but still usable.

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01Roof.jpg
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It is possible to add a Ford roof rack, even though it was never offered from the factory on Broncos...

01RHR.jpg
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01QtrR.jpg
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The bedliner doesn't seem to be there to hide any body damage or problems. Everything seems reasonab...

03DoorLsag.jpg
76 hits | 56.91 KB | Posted: 7/22/20
The driver's upper hinge pin has been replaced, but it's still very sloppy. To prevent further damag...

01RadAnt.jpg
77 hits | 97.93 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
Antenna is missing.

Factory used black antenna w/sleeve $20 [url=https://www.supermotors.net/regist...

01RHF.jpg
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GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard is not installed per ...

01Bright.jpg
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The bright side of the Right LED barely comes on. It needs to be replaced.

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01BprF.jpg
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Scuff on front bumper.

01BprGv.jpg
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The GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to th...

01BprGr.jpg
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The GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to th...

01BprGl.jpg
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The GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to th...

01BprGu.jpg
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The GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to th...

01BprGb.jpg
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The GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to th...

01BprGa.jpg
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The GoRhino 3315MB StepGuard attachments to th...

01TagVCp.jpg
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Vehicle Certification (VC) label - VIN edited.

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01TagHdlg.jpg
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Tire warning label

01TagCalb.jpg
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Engine calibration label

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01BprRdent.jpg
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The rear bumper is slightly dented, but could be straightened.

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01BprRbend.jpg
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The dent in the rear bumper hasn't caused a substantial bend.

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01TG.jpg
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The tailgate has the typical dent from the swingaway, so all the holes must have been filled before ...

01SwAwMts.jpg
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10 of the swingaway nuts are filled; 1 has a broken bolt that would need to be extracted.

01TireLug.jpg
71 hits | 75.87 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
Several of the lug nuts' caps are damaged.

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01TireSize.jpg
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Load range C is pretty light for a fullsize truck, so it's probably good that it doesn't have a hitc...

01TireSpec.jpg
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All 4 of these MasterCraft Courser MX/T tires was made the 27th week of 2016, so they're a little mo...

02Above.jpg
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02TagVECI.jpg
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Vehicle Emissions Controls Information (VECI) label

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02TagJack.jpg
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Jacking instructions label

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02TagPlugRoute.jpg
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Spark Plug Wire routing label

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02TagBatt.jpg
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SuperStart 65ECO made June, 2020 (about a month ago) w/650CCA

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BatteryTest.jpg
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The battery tests good (above its specification), as it should at only 1 month old, even for a cheap...

02Terms.jpg
68 hits | 89.18 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
Battery terminals are garbage, and COULD be the cause of the stall.

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02Termu.jpg
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These terminals are garbage, and probably contributed to the stall.

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02Termv.jpg
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I installed these temporarily to see how they fit & work. I'll solder a set on later. $50 DONE

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02Belt.jpg
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95Amp 3G alternator

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02LEDfan.jpg
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LED headlight bulbs' fans are exposed & dirty

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02HoodLp.jpg
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Hood lamp bulb is missing

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02DPFE.jpg
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I've never seen a DPFE hose twisted this way, but it doesn't look kinked.

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02Dist.jpg
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02Ignition.jpg
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Engine code label is too dirty to read; almost too much to see. After rinsing the dirt off, the prin...

02PA.jpg
70 hits | 78.89 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
The PA is another remnant of the dealer RKE system that was partially removed.

Remove abandoned wir...

02K&N.jpg
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This FIPK (hot-air intake) is not installed correctly, and seems to be leaking dust into the engine....

02TagMAF.jpg
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'95 5.0L MAF identification F5UF-12B579-BA (same as '96 5.8L) built 1995 Oct (J) 28th. The venturi w...

02MAFbox.jpg
94 hits | 101.13 KB | Posted: 7/22/20
This is the type of box that belongs here. I put its ACT onto this truck, and washed the box later.
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02MAFdirt.jpg
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As I suspected, the MAF is filthy - possibly due to excess air filter oil & a leak on the filter. Wh...

02TagHrns.jpg
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Engine wiring harness label

02TagCompressor.jpg
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A/C compressor label. There's only ~10psi in the system.

02Refrig.jpg
72 hits | 62.4 KB | Posted: 7/22/20
There was only ~10psi in the system. After adding 12oz, the compressor cycles & appears to make good...

02TagBrake.jpg
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Brake booster label

SCDS recall was begun, but not completed. Call dealership to check for open rec...

02Servo.jpg
75 hits | 74.97 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
4WABS test connector, cruise servo, & RKE 600Plus wiring

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02TagACHose.jpg
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A/C hose assembly label indicates compatibility with both smallblock V8s (5.0L N, 5.8L H)

02Recirc.jpg
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Recirculate vacuum motor (white) line is not visibly degraded (yet), but could still be cracked & le...

02Recird.jpg
102 hits | 65.17 KB | Posted: 7/25/20
This just broke out when I moved the tube, so it certainly needs to be replaced now.

02PanRF.jpg
72 hits | 61.68 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
Oil pan is surprisingly dry, but both engine mounts are broken.

R&R engine or transmission mount (e...

02PanLF.jpg
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Oil pan, oil filter, & steering pump are surprisingly dry. Engine oil, PSF, ATF levels correct. Refr...

02ExhL.jpg
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Left engine mount broken (as usual) & Y-pipe has been cut off & welded back together in 3 places

R&...

02ExhY.jpg
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Y-pipe has been cut off & welded back together in 3 places

Oil pan is surprisingly dry. Engine oil,...

02MtR.jpg
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Right engine mount broken (as usual)

R&R engine or transmission mount (each) $50 [url=https://www.s...

02MnfdXR.jpg
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Secondary air system appears to be intact & working

02PanRr.jpg
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No apparent engine or trans leaks. Engine oil, PSF, ATF levels correct. Refrigerant empty & coolant ...

03DoorL.jpg
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The switch bezel was glued to the door panel.

Install StepShields $50 (requires remove unused step ...

03Steps.jpg
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It's common for these bolts to damage the wiring, but these seem to have been installed without doin...

03Xtra.jpg
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Possibly a remnant of the amplifier.

Remove abandoned wiring & repair damage: $60/hr clock time

03RoofF.jpg
70 hits | 60.08 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
The dome lamp doesn't work because it's installed backward. A visor hook was also missing. $0 DONE

03RoofStain.jpg
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Front headliner has been re-covered in some other material, and the truck was apparently parked for ...

03DomeX.jpg
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No wonder the dome didn't work. I spun it & washed the lens. $0 DONE

The dome bulb is a milky LED, ...

03RoofR.jpg
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The rear headliner is beginning to fall, and the dome lamp doesn't work.

Supply & install new rear ...

03CnslF.jpg
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The floor console is not attached, and the seat covers are hiding some leather damage.

Find console...

03DashLED.jpg
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Another remnant of the (missing) RKE system. Remove abandoned wiring & repair damage: $60/hr clock t...

03Cluster.jpg
74 hits | 56.73 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
185,754 miles. The brake warning light does not come on for the e-brake (dirty contact), and the CEL...

03DashBoot.jpg
73 hits | 65.22 KB | Posted: 7/25/20
The shifter bushings have normal wear, but the clamp & lever screws are not loose.

Supply & install...

03LockCyl.jpg
76 hits | 54.26 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
As usual, the lock cylinder bezel is loose. Apparently, this was among the last trucks to get the ol...

03LockCyls.jpg
71 hits | 76.18 KB | Posted: 7/25/20
New OEM '96-04 ignition lock cyl. will be coded to the used key for 2 matched used door lock cylinde...

03Dash.jpg
77 hits | 63.03 KB | Posted: 7/21/20
The dash pad cover is hiding a crack.

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03DashFuses.jpg
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The green wire & switch for the (missing) KC lights have been removed. Some of the fuses were the wr...

03PCM-ADA2.jpg
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The PCM calibration code is ADA2, but it's not visible past the connector for the visors, RV mirror,...

03DashUA.jpg
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There are some old spliced & wiring, possibly related to the (missing) RKE system. Remove abandoned ...

03DashUC.jpg
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The pushbutton switch through the steel bracket & wad of wire are remnants of the RKE 600Plus system...

03DashUChime.jpg
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The chime has been disconnected, and it doesn't seem to work when I re-connected it.

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03DashBelow.jpg
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Chime, brake controller, & DLC connectors. The wad of wire is a remnant of the RKE 600Plus system.

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03DashUD.jpg
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Chime, brake controller, UI, & DLC connectors. The vacuum motor moves the panel/other diverter door....

03DashUE.jpg
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The courtesy LED strip doesn't seem to work. I can't see any wires connected to it.

Remove abandone...

03DashUF.jpg
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03DashP.jpg
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The dash pad cover is hiding a crack.

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03Manuals.jpg
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I had never seen the RKE system manual before. It's a dealer-installed system, but the remote was no...

03DoorR.jpg
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The inner weatherbelt is missing from the door panel.

Install inner weatherbelt $15 (while door pan...

03LHR.jpg
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There are 2 bolts and the CHMSL connector holding the camper on. The trim is missing.

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03RHR.jpg
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There are 2 bolts and the CHMSL connector holding the camper on. The trim is missing.

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03RearSeat.jpg
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The rear seat's upholstery is loose (as usual); the torsion bar is mission; and (as usual), the stri...

03TGcargo.jpg
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Tailgate carpet & outer weatherbelt are missing, and handle mechanism is bent.

Add 1-touch window (...

03TGhdl.jpg
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As usual, the t/g handle stays up because the mechanism is bent.

R&I repair handle mechanism $40 [u...

03TGrust.jpg
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Very little rust near the Right t/g hinge

03TGrusx.jpg
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The t/g is rusted much more-heavily near the center because of the missing outer weatherbelt allowin...

03TGcrack.jpg
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The right side of the tailgate is not cracked - probably because the swingaway was deleted.

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03TGintr.jpg
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Tailgate Inside

The original paper water shedder (which was never installed correctly at the factor...

03TGXb.jpg
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The bottom of the t/g has collected more mud than usual - probably because the outer weatherbelt is ...

03TGhdm.jpg
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This mechanism is severely bent.

03TGy.jpg
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The bend in the plastic rear bumper filler, and the gap between the bumper & quarter panel, suggest ...

04Fill.jpg
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The front diff is full, and appears UN-contaminated. This oil is not on the normal or severe-duty ma...

04StrStab.jpg
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The steering stabilizer bracket is welded instead of bolted to the frame, and appears bent. But it's...

04LHO.jpg
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The drop pitman arm, shocks, & steering damper are from Rough Country. There's a bunch of steel boog...

04LHS.jpg
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The drop pitman arm, shocks, & steering damper are from Rough Country. There's a bunch of steel boog...

04LHF.jpg
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The drop pitman arm, shocks, & steering damper are from Rough Country. There's a bunch of steel boog...

04RHS.jpg
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There's a bunch of steel booger-welded on for the steering & suspension mods. The lift bolts appear ...

04RHO.jpg
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There's a bunch of steel booger-welded on for the steering & suspension mods. The lift bolts appear ...

04RadBrktR.jpg
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The lift bolts appear to be holding tight, but they will need to be checked regularly.

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04RadBrktL.jpg
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The lift bolts appear to be holding tight, but they will need to be checked regularly.

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04RadBrktRR.jpg
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The lift bolts appear to be holding tight, but they will need to be checked regularly.

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04KnuckleR.jpg
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Both sides have adjustable camber cams, making alignments easier & cheaper. All 4 ball joints have b...

05MtE4OD.jpg
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Transmission mount looks OK. 2.25"

R&R engine or transmission mount (each) $50 [url=https://ww...

05FrameR.jpg
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The U-nuts on the body rail say that this truck came with cab steps.

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05Frame.jpg
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The butchered exhaust isn't healthy, but it's not cooking anything.
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05TcaseFill.jpg
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The transfer case appears to be slightly over-full & clean.

I did not attempt to assess the pump st...

05MufF.jpg
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All 3 HEGOs appear to be intact, but the downstream is hard to see between the cats.
IF THE IMAGE IS...

05Ujoints.jpg
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The front d'shaft front U-joint (Spicer 57438X) is badly worn, but the others seem OK. The rear d'sh...

05TcSkid.jpg
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The transfer case skidplate has the typical arch, but it's not causing any problems.

05FuelF.jpg
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Fuel filter has some miles, but there's no indication of any problem with it. Normal service interva...

05FuelL.jpg
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05BodyMtL4.jpg
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This body mount's lower shell is severely rusted, and there's some heavy rust on top of the frame.
I...

05FuelNeck.jpg
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05FuelTk.jpg
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The fuel pump & level sender seem to be working well.

Supply & install fuel pump access panel $100 ...

05FuelXs.jpg
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Left 4th body mount upper shell is also severely rusted.

05FuelTL.jpg
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The frame is slightly bent where the receiver used to be bolted beside the gas tank.

05FuelTR.jpg
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The frame is slightly bent where the receiver used to be bolted beside the gas tank.

05MufR.jpg
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All 3 HEGOs appear to be intact, but the downstream is hard to see between the cats.

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05ShaftA.jpg
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The rear d'shaft has been hyperextended by the lift, so there's dirt in the splines.

R&I rear drive...

05RcvrRF.jpg
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There's some minor frame damage where the hitch receiver was, and an extra tab welded to the frame (...

05RcvrLR.jpg
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There's some minor frame damage where the hitch receiver was.

05TagAxls.jpg
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Both axle tags are missing, and the rear looks to have junkyard markings.

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05TagAccel.jpg
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4WABS Accelerometer label.

05TagDsR.jpg
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Rear d'shaft label

05TagE4OD.jpg
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E4OD tag is too dirty to read

05TagESOF.jpg
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ESOF motor label is degraded

06RABS.jpg
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The RABS connector has been zip-tied through the wiring, displacing its rubber boot.
IF THE IMAGE IS...

06CableL.jpg
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The left e-brake cable is slightly kinked at the backing plate. It does not seem to move enough for ...

06CableR.jpg
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Because of the lift, the right e-brake cable doesn't reach the clip on top of the diff. But it stil...

06BlockR.jpg
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The rear blocks are ~3.5" tall, so the lift is probably a [url=https://www.roughcountry.com/for...

06Hanger.jpg
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The rear spring hangers are getting thin.
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

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06LeakR.jpg
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The plug welds on the rear axle appear to be weeping. And the sway bar bracket is out-of-place.
IF T...

06LeakD.jpg
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The rear pinion seal is weeping, and it makes a tiny squeak.
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

06LeakL.jpg
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The plug welds on the rear axle appear to be weeping. And the sway bar bracket is out-of-place.
IF T...

06Fillx.jpg
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The rear axle shows signs of heavy wear, and if the oil is original, it's about 90Kmi overdue to be ...

20200722_190747FORScan.jpg
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Fewer fault codes than I expected. But the CEL still should have come on. The bulb may be missing.
I...

20200722_191832FORScan.jpg
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After installing an ACT, cleaning the MAF, & fixing the battery terminals, I watched the live PIDs f...

02Tstat.jpg
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After a long idle, the engine hadn't reached operating temperature. So I power-braked it, but the th...

05Cleaning.jpg
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This was the beginning of several hours under the truck soaping & rinsing. $0 DONE

02Refrig3a.jpg
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No leaks were apparent the next day, so it now has 3 cans of refrigerant. The pressures and suction ...

03DoorRMirr.jpg
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No wonder the Right mirror wasn't working. This truck had the rare signal mirrors, but they were bot...

03DoorLMita.jpg
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Both doors' switch plates were glued to the panels, which made it difficult to get the panels off. T...

03DoorRws.jpg
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As usual, the door panel holes for the inner weatherbelt are breaking.
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, cl...

02HVAC2.jpg
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To check for evaporator blockage, I had to remove the blower, which also required removing the vacuu...

02HVAC1.jpg
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While the blower was out, I soaked the squirrel cage overnight & then scrubbed the fins.

02HVAC8.jpg
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Turns out, there ARE problems in here that need repair. Screens should also be added to prevent re-o...

02HVAC3.jpg
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As I thought, the evaporator core has collected a lot of debris. Fortunately, it can be cleaned with...

02RadPrLk.jpg
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The last check on the coolant system is to pressure-test for leaks, and the cap vent pressure (6psi ...

01TireLugs.jpg
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Most of the lug nuts are significantly damaged.
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

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04Pad.jpg
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The LHF ball joints, wheel bearings & tie rod ends have no substantial slop. The front pads are ~50%...

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The LHR shoes are not substantially worn - probably because they're stuck, and not working. They wer...

06BrakesR.jpg
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All the brake hardware was washed before being inspected & greased. 2 small washers were missing and...

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The air cleaner is back to the factory cold-air configuration, with a drop-in K&N. After taking that...

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It didn't hit me until now that the spring plates were installed sideways. The U-bolts are torqued t...

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The oil change was several months & hundred miles overdue. With the [url=https://www.amazon.com/dp/B...

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The antenna wouldn't screw in, so I had to swap out the base, too.
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click ...

02BattTermsBolt.jpg
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After soldering the new terminals on, the battery was clamped down using a long factory bolt.
IF THE...

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103 hits | 62.75 KB | Posted: 7/30/20
A few minutes of idling caused the windows to fog up because it's so humid tonight, and the A/C is b...

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99 hits | 36.77 KB | Posted: 7/30/20
Two things were immediately apparent on the first drive:
1) the Y-pipe/cat is bouncing on the crossm...

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The first real test-drive was to lunch on a hot day with 3 guys in the truck, A/C on max, going abou...

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Black Broncos Matter

It got us to lunch with no problem, and we found a good parking spot. We had t...

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181 hits | 63.11 KB | Posted: 8/1/20
After checking the relay, inertia switch, & connectors (all good), I cut the fuel pump access hole. ...

03Xpump.jpg
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I assume the O-ring allowed contamination into the tank, eventually causing the pump motor to run VE...

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The engine stalling resulted in the starter getting hot, which revealed that the solenoid sticks & r...

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After rotating the spring plates, I became very conscious of rattles from the chassis. One of the wo...