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  1. juanprado

    M998 civilian alternator not charging - new Delco installed (updated)

    Don't know the specifics but I heard Eaton's are used in tour/commercial buses and do the job.
  2. juanprado

    Robo impact tool

    I like the robo impact 1/2. Recently purchased a 67 m107 water buffalo that had plenty of corroded fastners and pretty confidant the tires and rims where very very old... Lugs would not budge. Let PB blaster soak in a few days and started with the robo. Nothing at first but I kept moving in a...
  3. juanprado

    Hydraulic Mile Marker wiring on a M1123?

    look at this thread for the install manual: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/assistance-installing-mile-marker.151818/page-2
  4. juanprado

    M116A3 - VA Title & Registration, Insurance question

    I am not familiar with Md and Va but others here on the ss, others have stated that PA and NY dot does like to hassle their own state residents with Me Plates but at the end of the day it is just a $ they want. Shame that State police do not have better things to worry about....
  5. juanprado

    What did you do to your trailer today.

    Gas charged shocks over oe obsolete hydraulic shocks should make a noticeable difference.
  6. juanprado

    M116A3 - VA Title & Registration, Insurance question

    If registered in Maine. VA should accept the registration and transfer. Probably will need to pay sales tax again. If you have a valid unexpired maine plate, what is the problem? Intermodal and nationwide trucking fleets use maine nationwide . I am in La and never had an issue here or any state...
  7. juanprado

    Airbags for M840

    I have some off a m820 dolly I scrapped. Not sure if the same ? Send me a pm and I will hunt them down and take pics.
  8. juanprado

    Starter bolt backed out and fried the starter

    Do you have the support bracket with a hook? There is a shunt in between the battery box and starter. Also blocks in the battery compartment. Check for voltage at all connections. Might have let out the magic smoke from the PCB and or alternator. Again all wiring needs to be checked as you...
  9. juanprado

    Steering wheel removal...

    Once the nut is off, the puller should ease it off. Soak threads as you suggested. Good luck
  10. juanprado

    Speedometer calibration with different tires?

    At the end of the day when this is resolved, you need to out the shop here so others can be aware and not be victimized.
  11. juanprado

    Speedometer calibration with different tires?

    I found the bfg ride much better than the mt. Never seen any negative press on bajas. I think bfg is a leader in lt tires not so with goodyear. Ymmv
  12. juanprado

    M200A1/M353 31 Trailers

    Neither of those are the ideal answer. These use air over hydraulic so you will need air brakes .Most states require brakes on anything 3000lbs and over plus they are considerably wider trailers than your tow vehicle. Converting over to electric would be a $1000-$1500+ project. Probably better...
  13. juanprado

    Speedometer calibration with different tires?

    I would suggest looking at all the pictures carefully and making sure you got the "correct" truck. Not the first time gl or gp have screwed up.
  14. juanprado

    M998 civilian alternator not charging - new Delco installed (updated)

    Need more info. Which delco alt and how is it wired? Pics might help. How are you running your 12v accessories? Battery equalizer or 12/24 converter? Have the batteries been load tested, not just charged?
  15. juanprado

    Hemtt M978 What the heck is this stuff????

    1st picture is the pioneer tool rack for a shovel ,ax, & pick mattox.
  16. juanprado

    HMMWV Trailering

    As always ymmv but different Insurance companies and state regs come into play. Your auto policy typically will cover any trailer you tow. Check your policy and State Requirements.
  17. juanprado

    HMMWV Trailering

    U haul silver not orange car trailer will work but very tight. They will not rent if you disclose hmmwv or h1. You will have to say jeep cj5 or something else in their data base. Tow vehicle has to also be rated for the correct gvwr. Ymmv
  18. juanprado

    M923 air actuated wiper motor question.

    The motors are available at any HD parts store that sells haldex. Civy item not mil spec.
  19. juanprado

    4 Door Soft Top

    Being a China com; it is cloned copycat part with suspect quality imho Ymmv
  20. juanprado

    WHAT is this?

    Looks like a radio or electronics installation kit
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