Recent content by Gix1k4

I'm going to admit a mistake on my part to hopefully help anyone else avoid doing it. We recently had out TB in the shop for a new transfer case (imagine that, lol) and a few days after we got it back my g/f noticed that the rear wiper wasn't working. I followed all the steps mentioned in the...

Ok update to the update. I borrowed a snap on solus pro from a friend and took the TB for a drive while monitoring the scanner. According to the scanner the service 4wd light is off, and the front axle is locked. I can hear the actuator on the axle whirr and I can feel the transfer case clunk...

It's a carry over from when I was into sportbikes... Gix is short for Gixxer, which is biker speak for a Suzuki Gsx-R, 1k is for 1000cc engine and k4 is 2004 model year. I also go by RedNotch on other forums, which comes from my electric red '93 Mustang coupe....or notchback.

I'm thinking that "JB Weld" or some other form of "liquid metal" might be a better choice than RTV. Hope it works out for you though, they are a pain in the rear to remove. I broke one and then decided to use a MAP gas torch on the next one. I was replacing the seals and bearings anyway, so heat...

That comes from my background. I run plow trucks, I've always kept a spare transmission on hand for every truck I've owned. 6 hours downtime is much better than 2 days or longer. They aren't brand new units, but definitely better than the alternative.

That's what I'm thinking of doing. I found another low mileage (56000kms) t case at a local yard. I'll put it in the truck, pull the one currently in it and I still have the original one in pieces. I figure I can make 1 out of those 2, while still being able to drive the vehicle. With new...

I thought about going that route, but I don't think my hands are steady enough to solder that tiny LED on. They are the small, flat, square style. I have read a lot about the magic viscous coupling, but from what I can tell this truck doesn't have it. The only thing inside the T-case is a...

Thanks for the response, I'll try and touch on the points you mentioned. -I did go back looking for the seller, but he had moved by the time I realized that he had tampered with the cluster.... Buyer beware I guess.... -Fuse #48 is good - It's funny you mention Mobil grease. Mobil SHC220 red...

First, let me say great site. Have been a member at TV for about a year now, but just joined up here. Ok, on to the dilemma. My g/f bought a 2007 TB LT 4.2 last year. The previous owner told us that it "just needs the actuator on the front for the 4wd to work". I used to work in the auto...