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Search the big auction site for "3 Quart Double Acting Hydraulic Pump Dump Trailer Power Unit 12V Control Kit"
They ship worldwide. That is similar to what I have on my cab tilt now, and will have a 2nd one for the spare.
Since you're building this into a camper, you won't be using the kneeling cylinders, and the cab air ride is easily replaced with a small manual valve (I placed mine inside the cab).
All that is left then is the cab tilt and tire loader. I replaced the troublesome manifold and pump with a...
Has anyone done a steering column swap, or partial swap in order to eliminate adapters and maybe have a center horn button, other options for controls?
I've been thinking about that as part of the upgrade to a less military look and function.
I Googled Ametek 900 speedometer calibration.
There is a 20 page document that might be helpful if we have some of the numbers required to get to get to the chart.
If the stock tire size is used 33.64" diameter and the 3.07 axle ratio N calculates out to 246.
Then this chart is supposedly...
I have 2 different apps that use GPS for speed and they don't always match, so I would have to use mile markers over a longer distance to get an accurate reference.
A 14x20 tire is 1.427 x the diameter of the 395/85 R20, or a 150.79" circumference vs a 105.68" circumference, or a 42.68% increase...
I'm about 3/4 through this upgrade and will say this....
If your level of mechanical expertise is unbolting and swapping another part on, take it to a reputable mechanic who is experienced in custom work.
This is not a straight forward swap!
I will post pix and a parts list when I'm done.
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