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Light reading lol
Thank you !
And I need to correct myself…polarity- not polarization, right? I did warn I am new to electricity!!
I’ve got some ideas on how to fix. I can see where I may have gone wrong. Wish me luck
Thank you again for all your help!!
-ElizabethThank you so much for all of your suggestions and ideas.
I will most definitely check out examples of soldering-great suggestion!“Your speedometer may function off a pulse width modulated signal which in many cases will need a scope to see”…I am going to have to research all of that which you said. I don’t understand- pulse width modulated signal LOL Thank you for giving something new to learn about 🙂 I like to learn!
Great call on the blinker bulbs…I noticed they were working, but not properly. I was just going to switch back to the original ones for the blinkers and cruise control. The gauge lights though…I think with some research and better soldering, coupled with correct polarization…I can get those going.
How do I fix low resistance? Is it even possible to fix?You have given me great advice!! I greatly appreciate you taking the time to help me!
Thank you!
-ElizabethI am proud to report back…I was able to do a DIY repair on my truck.
I kept an eye on the level on my transfer case fluid. I noticed it was dark so when I changed my oil also changed the fluid in the transfer case-Detron III. I high pressure hot water and de-greased the undercarriage to help pinpoint the location of the leak. It was definitely coming from the front of the case at the transmission. Because I was keeping an eye on it, I actually watched the pin hole from the pump knock happen. It was crazy. I went from no hole to a huge gaping hole gushing red fluid! I parked it immediately and ordered parts. I ordered small parts, filter, and the Mechanics Automotive pump upgrade. I also ordered a new magnesium back housing. I didn’t trust welding it. And new plugs. I lined up a heated garage and a strong man to help me get the TC out. It was actually pretty easy. Since my truck is lifted it made it very easy to get underneath it. I can sit upright under it. This is definitely a bonus!
But when I got it out, I only had 5 of the 6 nuts from the mounting bolts… this was causing my leak!! It ended up being a broken mounting stud. That’s why I only had 5 of the 6 nuts. I did the pump seal upgrade, installed a new mounting bolt along with all the other parts I ordered and BAM! The Beast is back up and running. Better that before! Except… it is running a little rich on fuel. Any suggestions?I kinda wish it was a pin hole leak at this point. That way I knew what it was, and I could fix it. The leak is coming from the from of the case. Not the back. Its dripping down and has the transfer case motor soaked. The Transmission mount is soaked. I attached a photo of that. I’m hoping you can help me brainstorm possibilities. I’ll put pics I have of this. Would the input seal cause this?
It’s my transfer case. I have a NP 263HD. Looking like the seal between the transmission and the front of the case. At first mention… everyone’s like ewhhh….a pin hole!! But, I don’t really think so. I can’t completely rule this out, but all the fluid is coming from the front. It’s a slow messy leak. At first
(2 weeks ago) I checked the level. It was good. But I noticed it was dark grey. Not red. I am to use Dexron III . So I drained and refilled. Then I noticed the leak was for sure red. This helped me eliminate the possibility that it was oil coming from the blow by vent. I topped it off this morning to ensure I don’t run dry. I added about 6 oz. It’s been a week since I drained and filled.I am so happy to report that I fixed the problem. Turns out it wasn’t that hard to do. Definitely was the AC tensioner. That thing was flopping around like crazy. Switched it out. Threw on a new belt. And I’m good to go. It’s definitely a bonus having the truck lifted. I wish I had gotten a picture of me sitting under the truck. Sitting! 🙂 It made it so easy to change out the tensioner and get the belts back on. I really appreciate everyone’s advice! Oh yeah… I did discover my power steering pump is leaking somewhere. I couldn’t really see where. I am not having any whining issues and the leak is very very slow. Not dripping, I just noticed the moisture. I watched videos on changing this part out. Yeah!! Hoping it’s just a hose!
The Blue BEAST finally gave in…it was the AC Belt Tensioner. Or at least I sure hope so. I am going to replace it here at the shop after work,along with the belt and hope it will solve my problem.
The “noise” stopped after the cold weather moved on and then reared it’s ugly head about 2 weeks ago. It came…it went…and then it returned in full force this morning. My fellow comrads at work agree it is the AC Belt tensioner. Not the water pump. Not the alternator.
Sorry about the video. I was going for more audio than video. Although I know it helps to be able to actually see the pulleys. I couldn’t get a good angle.
I’ll let you know how my wrenching goes. If I get a helper, I’ll try to get some good footage of the job.