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    Need a new transmission for 1996 Eddie Bauer. Any suggestions?

    I believe I need a new transmission.  1996 Eddie Bauer. I used it for the first time in at least 5 years to tow a trailer w a car on it.  Ever since, I get a little vibration or shudder when the truck is about to change gears when I am traveling at highway speed. Anyway, is there a particular...
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    Best Tires and Wheels? Change wheel size?

    Time to get new tires and just wanted to ask if anyone has any suggestions as to their favorite.  Also, what do you think about changing to a larger rim, like 17 inch? I have usually just gone with the BF Goodrich 33x12.5 15 All Terrain But the 15 inch rim seems to get less and less popular...
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    Hints for dropping fuel tank and replacing pump

    I just went through dropping my fuel tank to replace the pump.  I learned a few things along the way that I wanted to pass along.  Hopefully it will make someone else's job easier! get the fuel tank as close to empty as possible before you start. messing with a tank that has even a few gallons...
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    1996 Wheel Bearings Nut

    Just a PSA for anyone having a problem finding that they have a different style wheel bearing nut on their spindle. There was a several month limited interim production run for the 1996 model and it had a "acorn" type nut and a different spindle.   The regular "castle type" socket will not...
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    bearing seal - with or without boot

    Hello.  I have a 1996 Eddie Bauer. I am planning to replace the front wheel bearings and seal.  I have a few issues I was hoping you all would shed some light on. When I went to NAPA they had 2 different seals to choose from .  One had a boot and was less expensive and I would have to order...
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