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  1. AK Rover

    Speedo problem has me confused

    Problem is fixed. Wires behind the stereo were shorting and causing the speedo problems.
  2. AK Rover

    I bought the wrong instrument cluster

    Thanks for the input. I replaced the speed sensor and started a new thread because I am still having issues.
  3. AK Rover

    Speedo problem has me confused

    After some thought I decided to investigate and see if I could figure out why the dimmer switch was causing the speedometer to react. I realized the problem started after re-installing my aftermarket stereo so I decided to start there. When I pulled the stereo out of the dash I found that the...
  4. AK Rover

    I bought the wrong instrument cluster

    Returned incorrect speedometer for full refund. Seller was great to deal with and understood that I made a mistake. Purchased a used diesel instrument cluster off Ebay that was guaranteed to work and still had the same problem as original cluster leading me to believe the cluster isn't the...
  5. AK Rover

    Speedo problem has me confused

    my speedometer and odometer stopped working a while ago and I'm running out of ideas to fix it. I've replaced the instrument cluster as well as the rear wheel speed sensor. I have also checked all fuses listed as relating to the instrument cluster. None of this has fixed the problem. When I...
  6. AK Rover

    I bought the wrong instrument cluster

    My speedometer stopped working a couple months ago and I've been using my GPS as a speedometer since. Today I found a brand new instrument cluster for a good price so I jumped on it, only to realize later that it's for a gas engine and not diesel. Does anyone know if this will work in my...
  7. AK Rover

    2005 6.0 won't start in the cold

    The truck won't start again this morning despite being plugged in all night. Having it towed to the dealer tomorrow to be checked out. Need to have a hub seal fixed anyway so this is good motivation to get it in for that also.
  8. AK Rover

    2005 6.0 won't start in the cold

    During my troubleshooting I found the truck was 2 quarts low on oil. I don't know if that was really the problem but seems like the truck started as soon as I brought the oil level up to where it should have been. I have only put 35 miles on the truck since I had the oil change the end of...
  9. AK Rover

    03 6.0L Cranks but no start

    Not to high jack this thread but if that o ring causes low oil pressure, does it also cause an oil leak? My truck seems to be leaking more oil lately and starting in the cold is difficult at best. Usually if the truck isn't plugged in overnight it will not start in the morning.
  10. AK Rover

    2005 6.0 won't start in the cold

    Im posting this from my iPad as I'm waiting for roadside assistance to come rescue me. My truck is a 2005 F250 6.0 with just under 100,000 miles. The temperatures today have been around 0F and currently it's -9F. My truck gets plugged in at night and starts fine in the morning. After sitting...
  11. AK Rover

    Question OEM upfitter switches in older SD

    From what I can tell by comparing my 2005 to my borther-in-law's 2003 you'd need to change out the lower dash panels in order to physically fit the switches in and have them look factory. As far as wiring I have no idea. On the 2005 and later it's direct plug in. No idea about earlier than...
  12. AK Rover

    Question CB Antenna

    If you have any questions about CBs or antennas contact William at Rolling Radios CB Shop 804-640-1851. William knows just about everything about CBs and actually understands what customer service is. I've had him repair a few radios, peak and tune radios and he's the only one I will buy CB...
  13. AK Rover

    Question CB Antenna

    Wilson 5000 mag mount is the way to go. Mount as close to the center of the roof as possible for maximum ground plane to get maximum range. Get yourself an external SWR meter and tune the antenna to the radio and you'll be good to go. I am running the Wilson 1000 mounted through the roof...
  14. AK Rover

    No heat after EGR delete

    A guy I know who drives an 04 6.0 was telling me that after having the EGR delete his truck barely gets warm enough to heat the cab. I live in Alaska so no heat is a pretty big concern for me. Has anyone else experienced anything like that? I generally consider the guy that told me this to be...
  15. AK Rover

    Nissan Titan/Cummins Engine

    I had a 2001 Dodge with the Cummins engine. Cylinders 5 and 6 were under the cowl but no one ever pulled the cab off to work on those trucks. The inline cylinder configuration leaves a lot more room in the engine compartment to work than a V8 does. Ford was working on a deal with...
  16. AK Rover

    Replace Factory Gauges with Aftermarket

    Never say never. Where's there a will, there's a way. I think that's all the applicable cliches I can come up with. LOL. I personally don't have the talent required to make it work but someone does. Just have to keep searching. I really dislike the factory instrument cluster. I've done...
  17. AK Rover

    Replace Factory Gauges with Aftermarket

    Found these gauges that would make an awesome start to a custom instrument panel. Universal Dual Round VHX Instrument
  18. AK Rover

    I'm Really, Totally Done Now!!

    Congrats. That's huge accomplishment. My best friend went through A&P school right out of high school and now he's a professor at the school.
  19. AK Rover

    Superduty & RV's

    I was young and dumb once and hydrolocked a diesel by driving through water a little too deep. Never again. "S" shaped connecting rods don't work very well.
  20. AK Rover

    some recent pics

    Nice looking. A set of the Harley Davidson headlights would look great on that truck. Is your windshield tinted or does it just appear that way in the pictures?
  21. AK Rover

    Replace Factory Gauges with Aftermarket

    Has anyone replaced the factory gauges with aftermarket gauges such as Isspro or Autometer? Anyone know if it's even possible? Here's my reason for asking. I'm planning on installing aftermarket boost, pyro and tranny temp gauges. I'd like to get rid of the factory boost and tranny temp...
  22. AK Rover

    Fan like noise?

    Welcome to SDD. Glad you found the root of your problem. As for the 2006 motor in a 2004, not everything that gets done on a truck gets reported to Carfax. Mechanics have to subscribe to Carfax service and a lot choose not to for one reason or another. Plus anything done by a shade tree...
  23. AK Rover

    New Tonneau Cover Increased MPG

    I never really thought about it but you're right Dave. Not only were they different trucks but also different fuel. When I drove out with my Dodge good fuel (low sulfur diesel) was still being sold. My Super Duty really doesn't like this ultra low sulfur diesel.
  24. AK Rover

    rant Oh yes! OH NO!!!

    That's what I'm thinking. Safelite quoted me $350 to have a new windshield installed with the super duty across the top. My windshield has a few rock chips in it but it's not bad enough to warrant replacing right now. But as soon as I spare cash sitting around I'm getting a new windshield.
  25. AK Rover

    built in NAV system

    I've got Magellan that has always been pretty good about keeping me on the main highways rather than going through the less than scenic areas. It just likes to think it's on a different road than it actually is so yells at me to get back on track. My old GPS unit would guide me to to an exit...

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