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Exhaust manifold on my 6v53 decided to reduce backpressure while in use. Technically it still works but I get a little dizzy when driving. Probably just need more coffee. rofl
Revived this rare M930A2 dump. Formerly a TFS (Texas Forestry Service) truck and was last used in 2018. Typical no start, doesn't move, etc which were all remedied and is a fine specimen now. It's neat how they used 12" iron as bed extensions. It looks good!
This sums it all up with MME.
If you're looking for OEM spec rebuilt ones then @CallMeColt is your guy. I supply him with take offs and he goes through them. Heck, he rebuilds other FMTV components for me too with excellent results.
Ronmar is correct below in how to rotate it by hand. Turning the engine by hand without lubricant won't hurt it. If the steps in the TM result in the belt slipping you can remove the alternator and use the teeth on the flywheel to get rotation but that's obviously more intensive to to get to...
Lets take it step by step to the major decision making points for determining if the vehicle is worth the re-investment. I broke it down into 4 sections to help you put minimal time and money into the machine.
Disconnect batteries
Drain all fluids and I mean ALL fluids.
Open turbo intake and...
You are looking at a M923A2 5 ton cargo truck with Cummings 8.3 turbo diesel engine. It starts, runs, and drives as it should. The truck was released from service in 2014 and privately owned by a single owner until his passing in 2023.
This truck was on active duty at Ft Hood where it was...
Recovered and finished going through this 07' reset M931 tractor. What a gem! 45 hours, 1125 miles. Everything is nice and tight. Just needed PMCS and to replace the typical rotten soft lines plus new batteries. I may replace the steering wheel because I feel it deserves it. If I had a spot in...
I'm in Dallas and frequently have trucks. I just parted out a M1088A1 tractor and have two M1078s coming in due to be parts trucks. Feel free to message me.
Revived this M930A2. A rare truck for sure and worth the effort.
Auction listing states:
Doesn't start - false, dead batteries.
Doesn't run - false, bad fuel line.
Transmission doesn't engage - false, see above.
No keys - true!
Bonus: all the red wasps you can catch!
I have two NOS sprag to air switch conversion kits still in box. They are complete and rare if you're wanting to stay original or with G.I. parts. $100/ea shipped in the US.
I have several NOS complete gasket kits for the LDT/LDS multifuel engines. They are complete and unopened. $250/ea shipped to the lower 48 states. THE cheapest place online to get them.
I have a rare dual output PTO for the M809 & M39 series trucks (the manual 5 speed transmission models). It was taken from a running truck years ago and shelf stored. $400 + shipping.
I have one M35A2 winch PTO that was taken from a working truck. It has been shelf stored and the shaft slides smoothly. Comes with everything you see in the photo. $450 + shipping.
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