What Parts to Get...

[crazymjb]

Alright, I posted this in my first thread, but thought I would get some more responses in a seperate thread with a new and more fitting title.

 

Being a used truck it needs a handful of parts to get it in near perfect condition. While I have located most of these parts(at autozone), I want to make sure I am getting quality stuff. I am interested to see other suggestions from you guys to web sites or stores.

 

Immediate replacement neccesary:

A. 2 Stabilizer Links - Autozone: $8.99 each

B. 2 Sway Bar Bushings - Found some various websites, autozone doesn't carry. Do I want graphite impregnated, greasable, etc?

C. PCV Valve - Autozone: $4.88

D. 2 Front Axle Seals - Autozone: $4.99 each(I want to make sure these are high quality. I have heard about doing a conversion to the newer axle seals. I do not know yet whether or not I have access to a Lathe, but what is required to do that?)

 

To be replaced before winter rolls in:

E. Distributor Rotor - Autozone: $9.99

F. Distributor Cap - Autozone: $37.99 (Is it possible to do an ignition conversion on these trucks(1996)? If so, is it worth it?)

G. 8 Plugs(open for recomendation) - Autozone AC Delco Rapid fire price: $4.69 each

H. Wires(open for recomendation) - Autozone: $51.99

I. Rear Wheel Cylinders(barely leaking, just collecting break dust more than they should) Autozone: $13.77 Each

 

Now Here comes the biggie. The Steering box is starting to show signs it may need replacement. I was told I could just replace the seals while it was on the truck, however, during the test drive, when parked, it was sticking a fair bit. I have found new and rebuilt boxes online for 150-220. Some are "quick response." I am aware that I should do the Pitman arm at the same time as it is a wear part on this truck(autozone wants $20.99 for a pitman arm). What would you guys recomend for this?

 

Thanks, I really appreciate the help.

 

Mike

[crazymjb]

Anyone?

 

Mike

[crazymjb]

I am looking at Energy suspension sway bar bushings. When ordered from autozone do they come in sets, or one piece at a time?

 

Also, for the rear wheel cylinder do I want the 1 inch or 1 and 3/16 inch?

 

Mike

[OUMike]

Mike.

 

Sounds like you have yourself quite the project at hand. If it was my truck I would replace the needed parts with as many OEM parts as you can. OEM works the best IMO. These trucks will last a long time if cared for properly and replaced with good parts.

[Norseman]

Alright, I posted this in my first thread, but thought I would get some more responses in a seperate thread with a new and more fitting title.

 

Being a used truck it needs a handful of parts to get it in near perfect condition. While I have located most of these parts(at autozone), I want to make sure I am getting quality stuff. I am interested to see other suggestions from you guys to web sites or stores.

 

Immediate replacement neccesary:

A. 2 Stabilizer Links - Autozone: $8.99 each

B. 2 Sway Bar Bushings - Found some various websites, autozone doesn't carry. Do I want graphite impregnated, greasable, etc?

C. PCV Valve - Autozone: $4.88

D. 2 Front Axle Seals - Autozone: $4.99 each(I want to make sure these are high quality. I have heard about doing a conversion to the newer axle seals. I do not know yet whether or not I have access to a Lathe, but what is required to do that?)

 

To be replaced before winter rolls in:

E. Distributor Rotor - Autozone: $9.99

F. Distributor Cap - Autozone: $37.99 (Is it possible to do an ignition conversion on these trucks(1996)? If so, is it worth it?)

G. 8 Plugs(open for recomendation) - Autozone AC Delco Rapid fire price: $4.69 each

H. Wires(open for recomendation) - Autozone: $51.99

I. Rear Wheel Cylinders(barely leaking, just collecting break dust more than they should) Autozone: $13.77 Each

 

Now Here comes the biggie. The Steering box is starting to show signs it may need replacement. I was told I could just replace the seals while it was on the truck, however, during the test drive, when parked, it was sticking a fair bit. I have found new and rebuilt boxes online for 150-220. Some are "quick response." I am aware that I should do the Pitman arm at the same time as it is a wear part on this truck(autozone wants $20.99 for a pitman arm). What would you guys recomend for this?

 

Thanks, I really appreciate the help.

 

Mike

 

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Well seeing the previous answer (or lack of) I'll give it a try.

 

A. Your Call if you need them sure

B. I always go with greasable when possible

C. Sounds ok

D. Get'em from NAPA

 

To be replaced before winter rolls in:

E. Sounds fine

F. I don't think conversion is worth it

G. Go Stock, rapid fires are a joke

H. Auto zone brand should be fine

I. NAPA

 

Hope this helped some

 

I forgot the last part.

 

I'd go with new, but if the rebuilt has a lifetime warranty that would work too.

[crazymjb]

Thanks. I will replace all the parts with OE or better.

 

The front stabilizer links are both broken, though one broke before the other screwing up the bushings. Autozone offers a few stabilizer links, I was thinking I would get their "Heavy Duty" duralast model. For the bushings I was thinking of going with greasable poly ones.

 

With the axle seals I definatly want to get something durable. Does anyone know anything about the conversion?

 

Thanks,

 

Mike

[crazymjb]

Ok, thanks for the suggestion of using the NAPA site(some stuff is actually cheaper than autozone, so if I can get it all in one place...

 

Do you guys think this stabilizer kit is worth it: http://www.napaonline.com/masterpages/NOLM...ront+Suspension

Or should I go for the one for 23 Bucks with poly bushings, or for 13 with stock?

 

Thanks,

 

Mike