Recent content by dosperros

i After finishing my truck, I asked MAACO for an online quote. I told them it was primed and I said it had a few body repairs to be done. They told me $1800 on line. So I made an appointment. They looked out the window at my truck and started at $9000.00. They went out with me to look a my...

Welcome aboard! I have an 85 D150 restored from the ground up. At 72, she's my summer driver. It hates the Wisconsin cold as much as I do. She's a bitch to start when cold. Anyhow, welcome!

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They came with the truck. I like the 20" wheels.

I picked up an 85 Dodge Ram, 1st generation, last summer. i spent alot of time fixing some electrical gremlins after learning to read the electrical schematics in the service manual. I took it in for alignment at Beeline Automotive in Janesville Wi. After rebuilding the front end and adding some...

I cured my problem. I installed a 6" pipe nipple, a 45 degree elboe and a tee and now have the bet of both worlds. I have both sending units. One for the autochoke and internals and the other to drive the gauge. Thanks for the help and suggestions

You should not rule out a Dodge D series for lack of parts. I purchased an 85 Dodge D100 mainly due to circumstance but am very glad I did. I have not had any trouble finding parts. They are abundant thru ebay and dedicated classic car outlets such as LMC Truck. The 318 ci engine is a work horse...

I have an 85 Dodge D100 and I am hoping to cure an electrical problem. My truck has a gauge for oil pressure. The motor that was installed has a oil pressure sending unit for an idiot light. I purchased the proper gauge sending unit and it has in terminal for a slip on connector. In the process...

They are in Buffalo NY, but they have great shipping arrangement. I received my parts within 5 days. Also, the instrument cluster was tested and approved. They do sell through Ebay.

Recently purchased an instrument cluster for my 85 Dodge D100. Arrived promptly. Courteous staff. Good company for truck parts.I will use them again.

The only reason for not being on a Harley is due to a neck fused 4 times. If I had my drathers, I'd ride a Harley til I die. Can't stand hearing them on the road come April. Guaranteed week of deep depression.

Adjusted striker as per advice. Worked out great. Thanks

I have an 85 Dodge D100. To close my passenger door, I have to slam it with quite a bit of force. How do I adjust the striker and/or the latch to alleviate the problem?

Maybe I got a blessing afterall.

Thanks. I am learning to live with it. No way to engage cruise control but I can live without it.