This is the replacement for my dizzy. Look the same or at least does it have your application listed? http://www.summitracing.com/parts/msd-8225
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June Rubicon Trip (more pics)
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This is the replacement for my dizzy. Look the same or at least does it have your application listed? http://www.summitracing.com/parts/msd-8225
I was planning on going 80/49/193 to Georgetown, then go up went worth springs road. Let me know what the plan is later this week when you figure it out.
Yep, I have the OE AC Delco version of that.
wetoolowdingbangow
1/2 ton status
Guess whos not going to have sliders...me!
I dont have enough time
I dont have enough time
I wonder if you can do something temporary for the trail. Like duct tape some angle on the panel pinch weld area lol
I think I'll just chance my current coil and hope Skunked's coil fits if needed. I'd like to try a different dizzy, maybe a Mallory, so spending ~$90 in spare parts for the MSD doesn't sound appealing.
I think I'll just chance my current coil and hope Skunked's coil fits if needed. I'd like to try a different dizzy, maybe a Mallory, so spending ~$90 in spare parts for the MSD doesn't sound appealing.
wetoolowdingbangow
1/2 ton status
The worst part is they just need to have the legs welded on and then be welded to the frame. It sounds simple but you know how that goes. Maybe I'll pull an all nighter. Right now my primary focus is to get this thing back on the road. I'm almost ready to start getting the bubbles out of the hydro setup but who knows if I'll hit a snag.
Msd used to be the top tier but I've been hearing more and more issues with the newer stuff lately. I'm sure it'll be fine.
It will fit, it's a gm replacement coil that you have.
And my sliders are on. I'm beat, damn hot today and it took a solid 9-10 hours to get them installed.
And my sliders are on. I'm beat, damn hot today and it took a solid 9-10 hours to get them installed.
Fill the system, jack the wheels up off the ground, unlock the wheel and leave the engine off, saw the steering wheel lock to lock maybe 1,000 times. Watch the reservoir and fill as needed. The most I have in the tank is about 1/2-5/8 full with the wheel to one side, anymore than that and it just spills out. Once it stops going down, start the engine and continue sawing the steering lock to lock.
Worked for me
Fill the system, jack the wheels up off the ground, unlock the wheel and leave the engine off, saw the steering wheel lock to lock maybe 1,000 times. Watch the reservoir and fill as needed. The most I have in the tank is about 1/2-5/8 full with the wheel to one side, anymore than that and it just spills out. Once it stops going down, start the engine and continue sawing the steering lock to lock.
Worked for me
Just to add to this, here's what I did, and I had my system bled in less than 15 minutes:
Hook everything up except for hydraulic line which is connected to the cylinder, but not to the steering box. Jack the front of the truck up so both wheels are off the ground, and push the wheels fully locked to one side so that the ram is completely collapsed on the side with the free-hanging hydraulic line. Then, using a funnel, pour fluid into the line while a helper VERY SLOWLY turns the wheels back the other direction. When you get to full lock on the other side, then you'll know that half of the ram is completely full, and the other side has as little air in it as possible. Then connect your line, fill your reservoir, and do the normal process. Might even be able to do this even better if you were to connect the line, disconnect the other and fill it up the same way before moving on to the reservoir.
Also: To those concerned about your rockers:
If you're careful, you can do the whole Rubicon trail (bypassing old sluice) without sliders. I valued having mine, but they're not absolutely necessary. I don't know the specs on all your trucks, but if you at least have the "standard CK5 mods," I think you'll do just fine.
If you're careful, you can do the whole Rubicon trail (bypassing old sluice) without sliders. I valued having mine, but they're not absolutely necessary. I don't know the specs on all your trucks, but if you at least have the "standard CK5 mods," I think you'll do just fine.
wetoolowdingbangow
1/2 ton status
Fill the system, jack the wheels up off the ground, unlock the wheel and leave the engine off, saw the steering wheel lock to lock maybe 1,000 times. Watch the reservoir and fill as needed. The most I have in the tank is about 1/2-5/8 full with the wheel to one side, anymore than that and it just spills out. Once it stops going down, start the engine and continue sawing the steering lock to lock.
Worked for me
Thanks ill need this tomorrow morning!
Pulled the top off the rig today. It sure does look sweet with it off!
And one final point: When you camp at Buck Island Lake, make sure to take some time to swim over and see the waterfall on the SE corner, then hike up the river to the other lake. You'll be glad you did. It's gorgeous.
wetoolowdingbangow
1/2 ton status
Gold!! thanks for the run down. I've read your hydro thread 1.5 million times, definitely has helped. So ill pitch the wheels to one side and fill up the non collapsed side of the ram. I wont have a helper but I think I can manage.
Great to hear this. I was really getting worried. a few scrapes and bumps are fine but id be heated if I couldnt get my door open without a sawzall.
I have 40" tires and about 5 inches or so in lift so ive got good ground clearance...
No, you begin filling the collapsed side as you open it - thereby sucking the fluid down into the ram. If you try to fill the non-collapsed side, it won't work. You need to use the vacuum to your advantage.
I doubt you'll have any problems with clearance then. So I'd say you should really focus on steering, because with tires that big, your hydro will help a lot in those rocks.
wetoolowdingbangow
1/2 ton status
Ok cool so ill fill the collapsed side line, which shouldnt take much then ill make small increments and keep filling while being carefull not to suck air in.
Awesome! ill just take it very slow. I knew the hydro was more important for my tire size over the sliders...got to be able to turn!
is that Rubicon Springs campground area? Do you have to swim? Just considering equipment needed
anyone else planning on fishing?
We figured we'll have some time at Loon and Buck to fish
We figured we'll have some time at Loon and Buck to fish
wetoolowdingbangow
1/2 ton status
is that Rubicon Springs campground area? Do you have to swim? Just considering equipment needed
Ill probably bring swim trunks but doubt ill use them. leave the ck5 speedos at home!
anyone else planning on fishing?
We figured we'll have some time at Loon and Buck to fish
I would but ill probably be working on my truck lol.
I'm thinking the water is going to be too cold still
wetoolowdingbangow
1/2 ton status
Same here. might be good to cool off in but swimming is a slim chance. the dog will swim though!
