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I installed a Plews-Edelmann steering box a couple of years ago to replace the sloppy and leaking factory unit. I've put somewhere around 10k mi on this box since installing and @ak diesel driver had some questions, so I thought I'd write up a quick post. The box itself has performed well for...

I previously posted about a hydro-boost question related to replacing my stock Saginaw steering box with a Plews-Edlemann 3000. I'm running into another issue on this steering box replacement. This Plews-Edelmann is a quick-ratio box; 2.75 lock-to-lock. With wheels straight, the steering wheel...

I just replaced my steering box with a Plews-Edelmann. I wanted to go ahead and flush while I have the hoses off, thinking I'd get out the old fluid before connecting the box, so I don't flood it with any debris. I filled the reservoir and started the truck with gearbox supply and return hoses...

I had to replace the rear window in my Suburban. It was due, as the defrost was pretty much T/U, but I hastened its demise last weekend by smashing it with a rock so I could get into the locked truck after a backcountry canoe trip. Now I'm re-installing the rear wiper motor assembly and I...

I think a lot of you have done this mod so maybe you've come across this issue. I didn't see anything similar in a search of the archives. Note: I've contacted Heath but it's the weekend and I'm a little impatient to finish this, so figured I'd ask around. I don't have clearance to install the...

I've read a bit around here about the pain with reman steering boxes on pre-95s. I need to replace mine pretty soon. Rock Auto carries a newly manufactured one from Lares; part number 11416? Anyone tried this box? https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=8889472&cc=1302365&jsn=461&jsn=461

I suspect I have air in the ABS unit on my 94 Suburban. Is there a way to bleed the unit without a scan tool? Hoping for some of the same jumper wire magic as with the lift pump rather than taking it to the local shop. I've not been able to find anything in web-land or even on this forum.

This Suburban was my family vehicle and then my farm truck and then it sat after the IP failed 2 years ago. When I decided to get it running again, I vowed it wouldn't become a hobby vehicle. But I caved. Now it's slated to be the adventure truck to get me and my kids up into the mountains more...

My hubs don't lock anymore and I suspect the actuator. But a couple of questions before I buy another. What voltage should I see at the plug when I shift to 4H or 4L? I'm getting 12.x, which seems about right What resistance should I see on the actuator? If I understand the system, its just a...

After a new IP, new relocated PMD, new fuel tank, a handful of odds and ends, and a lot of tinkering, this one is running again. Thanks to all of you who offered advice.

In the process of replacing an IP on a 94 K2500 Suburban, I found significant sludge in the fuel manager. I'm trying to drop the tank to check it out. Disconnected everything and removed the straps and shield but the tank won't drop. Must be one of those anti-gravity models. I've looked around...

I had nearly the same symptoms as detailed in this thread: https://www.thetruckstop.us/forum/threads/smoking-pmd.48938/ Engine ran away, wouldn't respond to throttle input. Smoke and burning smell from the PMD. 4-year history of occasional stalls with immediate restarts and also fishbiting...