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  1. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Yes, the new compressor came with oil. However the instructions, which were well written, state to drain that oil. I think the PAG oil absorbs moisture and who knows how long they sit on the shelf. The instructions state the proper amount and type of oil to add for the compressor alone. Since I...
  2. FlameRed

    Adding OEM A/C to a M1097R2

    As far as working on AC, you kind of need some specialized tools unless you have a AC shop willing to help you out with those bits. You either need a recovery machine, or someone to pull the R134 from the old system unless you vent it which is illegal. Then you can then transfer parts. Then...
  3. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Well today, the same old one step forward, three steps back! I checked the entire system with the leak detector on the most sensitive setting and it is good and sealed - no leaks detected. :) Started it up and the pressures read the same as two days ago so I do not think it lost any...
  4. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Can HMMWV be possessed? So today I go out preparing to remove the filter that leaked yesterday. The system is very low so most of it leaked out overnight. Put in enough R134 to find any leaks. Fire up the leak detector and hit every single fitting and hose again. The leak I had yesterday at...
  5. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    The filter I found specifically stated it was for the high side and should be spliced into the output of the compressor before anything else. The only filter I found, that apparently leaks, is from 4 Seasons Air, and it also sold under the GM Delco label at a higher price of course. I did...
  6. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    I continue to make one step forward, three steps back in my AC repair. Thank you sir, may I have another! :unsure: I get another two quarts of AC flush and flush it a second time. All pipes, all connections, in the reverse of coolant flow. a new compressor, second one, and new receiver dryer...
  7. FlameRed

    LED blinker module suggestions

    I used this one and it works with a complete LED conversion: 11613631 Turn Signal Flasher Switch 24 Volt Military M151 M38 M35 11613631 I had it installed for more than a year - no issues so far.
  8. FlameRed

    Power steering whine

    I would try the 40 steering wheel stop-to-stop PS air bleed procedure before replacing anything. EDIT: Lift rig so that front tires are off ground. Engine off. Turn steering wheel to lock, and let it sit for a couple of seconds and then turn opposite lock and let sit for a couple seconds...
  9. FlameRed

    Radiator Fan ....... "turn off" Switch

    Yeah, 10 AMP should cover it. Just don't use a thin wire. For 24V relays - these will work 40 Amp 24V DC SPDT Relay Socket
  10. FlameRed

    Radiator Fan ....... "turn off" Switch

    Try wire 29A on the Master/Start Switch, but that was for my model. Refer to the electrical diagram. Make sure you fuse it just in case...
  11. FlameRed

    Radiator Fan ....... "turn off" Switch

    I was thinking that it might be good to have the engine fan run continuously when I had the AC on. After having installed this way for a few months, I found it unnecessary and disconnected the AC lead shown in that diagram. It just eats HP up when you do not necessary need to extra air flow. So...
  12. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Once again, @Mogman you seem to be correct. I believe I did not flush it enough the first time the compressor crapped out. I tried flushing it out a second time but it was too late. Yes, I disconnect all the lines and flushed everything in the opposite direction of normal refrigerant flow. I...
  13. FlameRed

    M998 TRANSMISSION

    There are some excellent threads here on the transmission options. It is common for us to convert to a 4L80 as you get Park, plus the ability for higher top speed.
  14. FlameRed

    HMMWV Red Dot A/C Install Instructions

    Old thread, but I thought I would post my experience in-case it helps someone in the future. I had an aftermarket AC system installed in my M998 that had the 5 slot fan pulley. Originally, however installed it red neck engineered some bubba brackets out of flat steel. One of the brackets had a...
  15. FlameRed

    Getting to it... CAMO tip of the day

    Gosh you embarrass me for complaining about the Florida Inferno of only 95 degrees with 90% humidity! Average day, feels like 105 in the sun. With only 14% humidity I would definitely get me one of those cooling fans that spray water mist. Here in Florida, they only thing those things do is...
  16. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    It was cloudy today, so I figured I would hook up the gauges and see if I did not get all the crap out of the lines. If the new compressor were crapped out, I would see a low high side reading. Instead when I started it up, the AC was ice cold again. With 90 degrees outside, I think these...
  17. FlameRed

    Light Switch on Horn Come On ???

    Just so you are aware, the horn is ground triggered. So when you push the horn button, the wire going into the switch is grounded.
  18. FlameRed

    Dog is my copilot

    I don't have a pic handy of him driving in his rig, but this is Binky. He likes riding high so he can spot his friends.
  19. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Seems my HMMWV repairs usually ends up being one step forward, three steps back... aua It was sitting for several weeks since the beginning of Inferno Season here in Florida. I cannot take the inferno anymore in my old decrepit state and if I do go outside with the intent of working on the...
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