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  1. mike.germann

    best ring/pinion sets?

    I went with a Yukon set of 4.56 ring-pinion, with a Timken complete master bearing install kit. I did a lot of research on which bearings were good and finally made my mind. Paid a little over $500 for all the parts. I'll follow up with my opinion of them after the install
  2. mike.germann

    best ring/pinion sets?

    Looking around the market for a new ring/pinion set for my Sterling 10.25. What are the leading brands? I mainly just need a trusted brand so i know i'm not buying a junk copy. Any input/ideas/links appreciated. MG
  3. mike.germann

    blown rear end. fantastic.

    My horns are hard-wired to my truck's horn fuse because i didn't want to have to flip a switch for them to work. I assume I'll have to set up a seperate switch for the ARB once I get it installed?
  4. mike.germann

    blown rear end. fantastic.

    THANKS for all the info fellas! Next question: If I decide to go with an ARB air locker, how big of an air compressor do i need? Reason I ask is because I already have an air compressor for my train horns, mounted on the passenger side custom rocker panel. You can see it in my pics. I'm...
  5. mike.germann

    blown rear end. fantastic.

    Thanks pringle! Would my gearing get all crazy if I slapped some smaller tires on it while leaving the same 4.56 gearing??
  6. mike.germann

    blown rear end. fantastic.

    I'm sure 4.56 gears aren't helping at all either.. :D
  7. mike.germann

    blown rear end. fantastic.

    Would a full-time open diff (when the locker isn't engaged) help my mileage at all?? just curious. money will be the deciding factor (as always) but I'm pretty convinced i want this
  8. mike.germann

    blown rear end. fantastic.

    i think i decided on the ARB air locker :) mainly due to its selectability. From wat i've read about them, they are more prone to fail than the Detroits becuase they have more parts...but in all fairness, I also read that the usual cause of failure in ARB air lockers is traced back to the...
  9. mike.germann

    blown rear end. fantastic.

    Just found this. It says for "maximum traction off-road or racing." DETROIT LOCKER-FORD Sterling 10.25 10.50 225SL-56A I don't understand it. Does it just engage on its own..when it wants? I imagine turning would be hell. And that i'd stress out my axle and tires way too much if driven on...
  10. mike.germann

    blown rear end. fantastic.

    blew my rear end today. scared the $hi* outta me, truck stalled out mid-intersection, nearly got hit by a moving truck. It currently has the Sterling 10.25 rear end with limited slip. That's a pretty good rear so I'm thinking of just rebuilding it. I need to know: what spline is it? 35...
  11. mike.germann

    extreme drivetrain vibration. cannot drive truck

    maybe your rear end is going out? Check it out under your diff cover. If not that, 1st or 2nd gears could be taking a crap on you. I've had both happen recently (both within 9 months...damm the luck, right?!) and both had serious vibration/shaking issues like it was killing itself. just my...
  12. mike.germann

    help?

    I'll try to describe this as best I can. I was wondering if someone could provide me info pertaining to the hardware on the solid front axle (basically describe the hardware from the outboard of the wheel to the inboard) of the 99 s-duty 4x4. Basically break it down for from the outside...
  13. mike.germann

    Change your top end oil!

    Pass this around to your PowerStroke buddies. I had a buddy tell me about it but I was skeptical, so I YouTube'd it, and sure enough there was an instructional video submitted by POWERSTROKEHELP. He has a lot of great info. The video on YouTube is aimed at ensuring the life of our injectors...
  14. mike.germann

    Speed

    gotcha. next question: i was told before that engaging hubs for 4 wheel drive in the front should NOT be done on hard surfaces like blacktop. I know people race in 4x4 HI, so did I hear a myth? I'm not gunna hurt anything if i lock the hubs in and do some practice launches, am i?? THAT...
  15. mike.germann

    Failed cold start..

    problem solved. Bought a ridiculously long ext cord and ran it from a 2 story barracks building to the parking lot where my truck is parked. Checked it after a couple hours, still no start. Left it all night, started right up. Gunna get another bottle of that 911 and do like ya'll said...
  16. mike.germann

    Interior trim kit

    we have a 2008 super duty (V10 gasser dually..no power whatsoever..) but i love the interior of it, and it's practically base model. I really like the glove box "super duty" logo, the steering wheel, and the air vents that kinda resemble gears/sprockets.
  17. mike.germann

    Interior trim kit

    wow those are pretty much exactly what i was looking for! And they aren't the cheap stick-on ones! I wonder if i could swap dash panels to a newer model? I REALLY like the newer interiors with more hard lines, less curves, etc. Probably a long shot..?
  18. mike.germann

    Interior trim kit

    Anyone know of a good interior dash trim kit? I'm lookin at upgrading my interior and can't seem to find much for interiors, minus small accessories and replacement seats ($$$). I've seen cheaper looking fake woodgrain stick-on kits, but I haven't seen any with a detailed pic of what the...
  19. mike.germann

    Failed cold start..

    I also replaced the GPR within the last 6 months. Where's that fuel heater? And how can I tell if it's working or not?
  20. mike.germann

    Failed cold start..

    I use the white bottle of Deisel Kleen on about every other tank of fuel. Unfortunately, this tank is my off-week. I'll incorporate the red bottle since it looks like it's formulated for colder temps. Tailgunner, all lights normal. I cycle the glowplugs 3-4 times before starting when it's...
  21. mike.germann

    Failed cold start..

    Tried for 25 mins to start 'er up this morning. No cigar. I was wondering...what's the starter duty cycle on these trucks? How long can I crank on 'er before i need to give it a rest? I have 2 fresh batteries with plenty of CCA's. It's 18 degrees today, minus wind chill. And since I'm...
  22. mike.germann

    Speed

    wow great info guys. THANKS! I'll keep it all in mind since I got an official invite to race that guy again. Now that I know I can push it a little more, I'll let em have it! CSIPSD, from your sig it looks like you got a pretty nasty setup goin on. I watched the vid but it was a little shakey...
  23. mike.germann

    I need some mod suggestions

    1. Gauges. 2. Intake and Exhaust 3. If you decide on higher-end tuning...trans parts. Seriously. Add several hundred HP/TQ to a stock trans... = fun for a short time, THEN an expensive nightmare. They aren't kidding when they say the mods go on forever. :D In my honest opinion..drive...
  24. mike.germann

    Getting a new bumper...suggestions?

    Did you get that bumper?
  25. mike.germann

    Bigger lift...?

    I have a Edelbrock 4" leaf spring lift. I can check with them but I thought I'd post here and see if anyone had any experience with these (or similar) lifts. I'm considering adding 4 more inches of lift. Would I be able to do this by adding more leafs??

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