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Most deuces start before you can release the starter button. I've accidentally started mine in gear before. They say don't park one in gear for this reason because they can roll on an incline and fire off and keep going till they find something that will stop them from moving. They'll still...
I'm just waiting for October already. I'm driving my M1028 and M105 loaded with tent, 4 wheeler and all that stuff to Columbus so PB can load it on a trailer. Then I'll get to drive "The Proud" again, help set up and drink my tail off again. Hopefully, meals on the MKT are still cheap and...
Being a 925, I'd suggest PTO linkage. I know I've run into this on Guard trucks in the past. Operator will have PTO engaged, transfer in gear and for whatever reason, it kills the motor instantly and rather harshly when you shift into gear. If the linkage is close to being engaged, it may be...
Mine gave me the same trouble after I swapped turbos and broke one of the hard plastic lines that feed the intake heater. I sealed the line off since I don't need a intake heater and the truck started fine on the coldest day in GA. It now fires on the first bump of the starter again. Intank...
All of my trucks "Proudly Display" 95 because that is "Lightening McQueens" number. I tried to explain the importance of bridge plates to my 4 year old but gave up pretty quick in that endevor. Put what you want on the bridge plate, if you want it accurate, put 07 for an empty Deuce, put a C09...
I broke one of the plastic lines leading to the intake heater when I installed my turbo. Very similar symptoms. It used to start as soon as you pushed the button. Once I broke the line, she'd fire up quick and die just as quick until you layed on the starter for 30 seconds. Then she'd run...
Points taken, I've thought of using a pinion brake on the intermediate axle as an emergency brake. I agree, with a open diff, only one will would skid but the bull gear on the intermediate passes through to the rear axle as well. At that rate, we'd effectively lock 2 sets of tires in a worst...
I can send you a set in about 2 weeks. I'm about 700 miles from my stash right now but if you need them say the last week of July, I should be able to help. They'd be shipping from GA.
I've pulled some M818's and M817's with my Deuce. I used to be a little crazy and I recovered some trucks off the base in Albany. All you state is true. However, I don't see any chains connecting the vehicles and no air hoses on the setup. I'd only pull a 5 ton in an emergency with a Deuce...
I took a good D off of my truck and put a good C on. I've turned the fuel up long before the swap but I only noticed a very slight difference in the lower gears. The truck pulls a little harder but without a stop watch that measures into the 1/100 of a second with a qualified stop watch...
Depending on EUC Clear time, I can help 3 weeks from now. Wouldn't be my first rodeo in this arena by far. Sound's like you have some good help close by and I've seen these guys on here for a while now. Read ShootinIron's (May he rest in Peace) thread on an A3 recovery, likely a similar issue...
When I picked mine up about 2 years ago from Ft. Rucker, it had about 3/4 of a tank of diesel that had been in for who knows how long. Coming out the front gate, my buddy in chase asked me how the truck was running. I told him that it was running strong and fine. He informed me of all the...
Guests can't view the Conversation's area of the forum, only SS member's would have access to the list. Sandcobra164, Leesburg, GA, 31763, Joseph. Many folks have my number, PM if you need it.
Not sure on the headlights but I've had trouble out of my flasher unit before. A cannon plug with 3 wires goes into it and it sits on the driver's side inner fender. When my turn signals stopped working, that was the problem. I switched out the headlight switch, the turn signal switch and...
I've read the whole thread and am quite amazed that no curse words have been exchanged. To the OP, you won't find much love on this site from a "flipper" standpoint. Most of us on here have bought stuff at auction and are not willing to pay your "mark up" on something that you likely have no...
I'm a fan of GA registration as well. Heck, my 85 CUCV even qualified for a tag with just a bill of sale from the previous owner. I don't intend on selling my stuff so I get by with just a tag and insurance. Also, when you register one, be careful when they ask you for "fair valuation". If I...
M936A2 was not listed so I checked "other wreckers" No CTIS anymore but ABS and a good worktruck. My work computer doesn't have any pics saved on it but you can find them in the "Transportation Needs" section.
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