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    Motors, MPG, and Reliability

    DDC60 is no longer produced, it has been replaced with new Mercedes/Detroit version DD15. None of the new "bluetek" engines are worth discussion. They all suck. SCR, EGR or whatever is plain wrong for any internal combustion engine. Forcing exhaust, thus junk, back into cylinders makes no...
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    dually or F450 chasiss/cab

    Both will do, as long as there is a 5th wheel.
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    Ultra Shift Problem

    Well, if dealer says clutch brake, it costs $150. If new Clutch is needed, have small shop do it for about $1,900 in Chicago area. New Clutch brake disc included :-)
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    Regulating vans?

    Why are trucks regulated? Because of human loss! Vans are not that "interesting" since they are "not heavy". However, uncle Sam might figure there's some dough in it. PS. What scares me is cars, pass vans and PU hauling trailers that are just way too big/heavy. I've seen my share of...
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    Fax from in the truck

    Having ability to print and scan is rather usefull for me. From "need to see who signed it", blind shipments (those I see more and more), printing BOL's and PARS. Next to E-fax service I have Lexmark X6650 wireless printer, scanner, fax for about $100. Even less expensive version is available...
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    Ultra Shift Problem

    In order to give my 2 cents, need to ask.. Is it only 2nd gear? Have you replaced the main clutch lately? Auto trans always have self adjusting clutch, unless someone was playing smart, so no adjustment is needed. (there was a clutch out there at one time called self-adjusting, but needed...
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    Ford 350

    Negative/ground cable is bad. It may seem OK. Check mesh type first.
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    Ford 350

    Could be starter is "going in to deep" thus staying longer in contact with flywheel gear, thus you "hear" it beeing in contact a bit longer. Try shiming it temporary, washers between starter and housing.
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    Help staying awake naturally

    It didn't work for me. :rolleyes:
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    Cold weather 2003 sprinter running poorly

    Replace fuel filter.
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