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  1. nikojo

    DS4 or DB2? GEP 6.5

    Do the GEP 6.5 NA have mechanical IPs? Is it the DB2? Did all HMMWVs come with mechanical IPs?
  2. nikojo

    Hose and Cable Lengths?? AC and Batteries

    Need knowledge. Without arguing about the ‘why’ I need our experts to help me understand. 1. For an AC system what is the maximum hose length from compressor to evaporator and condenser? I am considering experimenting with an electric compressor (similar to what is in RV). This would be...
  3. nikojo

    Glow Plug “ON” light

    I’ve seen several stories of failed glow plugs secondary to faulty control boxes or battery user error from plugs staying ‘on’ constantly. Some have suggested wiring up a light that is on (or off) when the glow plugs are on as the timing light has nothing to do with whether the glow plugs are...
  4. nikojo

    Hmmwv m998 Hardtop B Pillar Install

    Have an OEM hardtop trying to install. My B-pillar has a slotted C channel. The bolts/nuts go through the front and back of the B-pillar separately. On the hartop the B-pillar is a solid rectangle. So can't use bolts/nuts like with soft top. Does anyone have an instructional manual and/or...
  5. nikojo

    M998 Restoration

    Hello everyone. I wanted to introduce myself and post up this build/restoration. I wanted to say I have really enjoyed this forum. It seems like a great community of people. I've learned a lot already and am eager to learn more and contribute if I can. Like a lot of you I am a mechanic...
  6. nikojo

    Gear Ratios Differential

    Can anyone confirm the gear ratios used in the differentials and when they were changed?? My understanding is they went from 2.56 to 2.73 and then 3.08. But what years were they used/changed?
  7. nikojo

    M998 from Alabama to North Carolina

    Need a transport for a 1996 M998 going from Alabama to North Carolina. email me 911hand@gmail.com or text me 312-961-4442. Thanks for any help.
  8. nikojo

    ECV Hood Advantages ?

    Are there advantages to the ECV hood? I'm not understanding the differences or why the change was made? It looks like the front grill/headlights is on a separate bracket attached to frame with the hood clamshell separate. I like the look of it but wondering advantages or even possible...
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