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  1. vtach

    Cost of rear main seal replacement on an 8.3?

    I have had the truck a couple of months. Changed the oil and filter when I got it, so I know the level is good. I switched to Rotella full synthetic l, maybe that was my problem. I have heard of people switching to synthetic and then developing leaks due to cleaning up sludge. I have a guy...
  2. vtach

    Cost of rear main seal replacement on an 8.3?

    Does anyone know what it would cost to have the rear main seal replaced on and M923A2 truck? I assume it would have to go to a semi repair shop? have a fair amount of oil leaking from the bell housing plug hole post driving.
  3. vtach

    Concerns with going synthetic?

    I am about to do a complete fluid and filter change on a newly acquired M939A2 as I don’t know the condition of them. I was reading that there are a higher chance of oil leaks developing if I use Rotella T5 or T6 vs. the T4 bc of the detergents that could clean away any sludge. I also...
  4. vtach

    5 Ton armor?

    Hello all, been off for a few years and have acquired an M939 cargo truck. Does anyone know if there are armor up kits available for these? Or has anyone made a kit? Thank you in advance.
  5. vtach

    6.5 vs 6.5td worth it?

    Looking at getting another HMMWV. One has the 6.5, the other 6.5 turbo. Is there much to gained with the turbo vs all the extra parts/potential things that could go wrong? I’m looking for some thoughts from members here.
  6. vtach

    Alternative to a Red Dot AC project...

    Anyone?
  7. vtach

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Installed an airlift bumper and backup lights. What are people's opinions on painting the bolts to match the bumper?
  8. vtach

    Michigan Title Issue

    Illinois is revoking tags and titles at renewal on HMMWVs as well
  9. vtach

    Engine oil type

    I use Rotella 15-40. If you stay with a higher quality of motor oil, you shouldn't have to worry about the changing it as much. I also have spin on oil filters which does a better job of filtering the oil. Has anyone had an oil analysis done between different oils?
  10. vtach

    Has anyone ever pulled throttle instead of engine stop?

    Yep, I'm guilty.
  11. vtach

    Need a little help finding some parts...

    How close is this guy to you? He has ALOT of parts and he can probably help you. Ted's Trucks khils@veriqikdsl.com 1181 County Rd 560 Midland City Al 36350 Monday-Friday 8-5 cst 334-983-1092
  12. vtach

    Turbocator Installed

    You can also magetize the drill and tap and that will further reduce the number of metal that reaches the turbo. However, it only takes a small amount of metal to distroy the turbo.
  13. vtach

    Need a horn relay

    No, the black breaker on the firewall, engine side.
  14. vtach

    Need a horn relay

    Does anyone know where I can purchase a good horn relay for my M35. Mine is not working. Thanks, Jeff
  15. vtach

    HD Brush guard?

    Has anyone built or bought a deer or moose catcher for their truck? I have seen some pretty nice ones on semi trucks.
  16. vtach

    Price on 4 outriggers?

    Anyone know how much each of these weight? I assume they are very grease soaked. Do these come off of the truck fairly easy?
  17. vtach

    Price on 4 outriggers?

    Does $500. for all 4 seem like a good deal?
  18. vtach

    Price on 4 outriggers?

    How much should one expect to pay for a nice set of 4 outriggers for a wrecker?
  19. vtach

    Broken valves on heater

    Is it just standard thread 3/4"?
  20. vtach

    Broken valves on heater

    Does anyone have a source for a set of peacock valves for the 2.5T heater? Mine are both broken. I cannot locate any.
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