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  1. Gripstang

    What size is the upper pulley bolt?

    Hey guys, the bolt on my upper pulley backed out on the highway. Anyone know what size the bolt is? I have a local fastener store that I'm sure carries the right size, just don't know what to ask for. Thanks
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    Coolant Leak

    Hi guys. Been a long time since I last posted. Mostly because my truck has been rock solid all these years. Anyway, having a leak that I'm struggling to find. The runoff comes from the heat shield next to the passenger side cat. There's no pool in the intake manifold valley. Cab stinks and...
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    Predator Sucker Punch! Problem Too?

    So the L had sat for a looong time (well over a year) without being driven and the battery had gone dead. After spending a while in the body shop getting a refreshing I drove the truck straight to a shop to get the oil changed. Right after that the SES light came on. I had been wondering what...
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    Do 2001 rims fit 1999 L's?

    Thanks. :) 2002's also...
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    Need 4 Stockers

    Hey guys I'm looking for stockers. I prefer 01'- 02' s but I'll consider any that are in good condition. I'd prefer local to Central California especially if you have tires but again I'll consider shipping. I'll be getting a set from somewhere so if you're serious PM me. Thanks.
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    My Nightmare... Silver Lining... Long

    So it's been a really, REALLY crappy last couple of years Lightning wise. Of course I still have her but I'll admit I have been tempted... Anyway so yeah, out of the last two years the L has been on the road maybe six months, she's a daily driver mind you. Most of the time it just sat because...
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    Harmonic Balancer... Help!

    Hi gentlemen I have now gone through 4 hb's... Probably should have asked you guys a while ago but alas I trusted my mechanic. All mods were done by me but I dont have the time for this. A couple questions: 1. Is the L hb the same as a stock F150? Im wondering if my mechanic is possibly...
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    WTB: Coil for 99

    Shot yet another plug... Im not here to whine but this problem couldnt come at a worse time. Anyway last time a member hooked me up for 10 bucks. Please let me know if youve got one layin around. Thanks!!
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    Help? L Falls Flat On Its Face?

    Just got the L back from the shop. She destroyed yet another harmonic balancer?! WTF? this time I had a factory part installed. We'll see how THAT works... (I aint counting on it...) the motoblue 4lb'er had holes larger than the bolts that go into the crank so I had them drill 3 perfect holes to...
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    Dimensions of Motoblue 4lb. Inner "Hub Bolt"

    Been a looong time since Ive been here, how is everyone? The L has been parked for months because of a vibration (and laziness) :shrug: I totalled my daily driver the other day so the L is going back on the road for now. :) We were poking around and found that the bad vibes are due to...
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    Smog Strategies. Also Do I Need To Get The L Towed...?

    Hey guys so I need to get the L to a shop to fix what happened when I launched a plug. 1 question I have is, is it safe to drive on 7 cylinders for a couple miles slowley? Will it keep injecting fuel into the cylinder? What would be going on with the ignition during those couple of miles? Ok...
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    Need 1 Stock Coil. Mad coil pack screws too if ya got em...

    Hey guys I need 1 coil on plug right away. Pm me. Id like the screws too (mad) if you have em. Let me know. Thanks.
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    Now That I Launched A Plug What Are the 5.4 Head Options?

    So suppose I wanted to go with new heads, whats out there? Stockers with more threads (how much are they?) Maybe Ill hit up Tousley. Patriots, how much? And what else? Is there any reason to go Patriot over stock if Im doing nothing else besides mods in sig? Thanks guys.
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    Launched A Plug

    Hey guys I was on my way to drop my daughter off at school and I launched a plug. Its all my fault, I had heard the telltale clicking well before it happened but I had been working every waking hour so I had no time to even look under the hood. Anyway its my fault so Im not bitchin. :) I...
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    10" Solo-Baric With Box.

    Hi I just replaced my stereo system and I have this Solo-Baric left over. It has a custom box for a Lightning or single cab F-150 (not sure if it would fit right in F250?) The sub is in perfect shape. It is an L5 10". Here are some pics: This is the box, it is in perfect shape...
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    I Need A Photoshop Done. Pleeeease?

    This is my Lightning: These are the rims I want: Any chance someone could photoshop em on? Id like to see them in black like the pic but also in white if possible. Thanks!
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    What Do You Guys Think of KMC Rockstars?

    So Im not really a wheel kinda guy. I really like the stock SVT rims. The guy who had my L before me put 20's on it and I have just been waiting for someone to come along and trade me stockers (with Nittos) for my rims and tires. Anyway the only rims I have come across that have really made...
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    Installing All My New Crap Tomorrow, Give Me Advice!! (Long)

    Hey guys ok I got almost everything I ordered in... The only thing remaining is the Lightning faceplate kit for the stereo surround. It is currently on the US/Canadian border. Apparently it has to sit for a week to make sure no terrorists are in the envelope. I guess they'd die of thirst in that...
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    So... How Many Yards Would I Need? Upholstery Question...

    So supposing I found a resource for Alcantara and wanted to do the part of the seats that are currently covered in gray material... How many yards do you think Id need? Anyone know how to calculate that? Black costs about $60.00 per yard.
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    How Much Should I Ask For My Old Sub?

    I have a 10" black Solo-Baric in a box that fits behind the L's seats. Its in perfect shape. A co-worker is interested, what should I ask for both?
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    How I Spent My $1000.00 :)

    I was gonna wait until I had all the parts in and take a 'family' pic but decided to go ahead and show my new gear. Thanks for the advice in my "have 1k need brakes and stereo stuff" thread. Heres what I got, I think I did well! MSRP is $350.00 This pic I...
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    Finished Painting My Interior Door Handles.

    Thanks Chris Nelson and everyone who helped me get the door handles out w/o breaking (much lol). These pics look like ass but it was dark out so... I had painted parts of the interior last year and I have been thinkin the doors needed a little color. Im a big fan of bringing...
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    How Do You Remove The Inside Door Handle?

    Gonna paint em. Thanks!
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    Behind The Rear Tire Ground Effects.

    I bought all new ground effects for my L a little while back and accidently bought these pieces too. Im not sure what retail is (some ungodly amount) but I paid $160.00 from Tousley Ford. Anyway they are white and in perfect (brand new) shape. Ill sell em for $120.00 shipped or trade for stuff.
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    Got 1K Need Brakes and a Stereo... Got Ideas?

    Ok my brothers and sisters I need some brake work and some stereo stuff done. Here's the situation... My brakes are a squelin so Im thinkin a good flush hawk pads and probably rotors for the front ( :( ) Im thinkin rotorpros and a turning for the back rotors... I priced new rotors (stock) for...

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