M35A3 Owners unite

[goodguyzy]

I don't understand "restricted". If I need one I go to interstate and bring a few bills.

 

[Brianmontesa]

Maybe he means they don't like them on base. Anyhow... I oredered 2 Interstate batteries. Not cheep, but I want the good stuff and I want them to fit snug in the box. Still waiting for my EUC so I can go get it. Did I mention it has a flat tire also? Fun times ahead.

Thanks for the info!!!

 

[the buddah]

they are a restricted item to leave the country

 

[KsM715]

Did I mention it has a flat tire also? Fun times ahead.

Front or rear tire?

 

[BIGDDV]

Maybe he means they don't like them on base. Anyhow... I oredered 2 Interstate batteries. Not cheep, but I want the good stuff and I want them to fit snug in the box. Still waiting for my EUC so I can go get it. Did I mention it has a flat tire also? Fun times ahead.

Thanks for the info!!!

Don't forget to order the sf-97. takes a while to get and it is a must have to get a title and plates

 

[Deuce007]

Is it possible that my primary air tank has hardly any pressure in it but my air guage says that the pressure is 120? I have noticed that whenever I shut off the truck and drain the moisture from the tanks, it seems like the primary tanks (the tank closest to the passenger side of the truck) has hardly any pressure in it at all. My gauge must work because no matter what drain valve I open the gauge says that the pressure dropped.

 

[cast iron]

m35a3 owners in Houston Tx area

Would like to meet other m35a3 truck owners in the Houston area to help with questions on maintenance and service of my new to me truck. No issues on truck yet but would like backup if needed.

New to SS but I think any replys will get to my e-mail address . Thanks

 

[BadMastard]

Hey Deuce007. Well, it's more likely you have a clogged valve on that tank. See if when you open it if you can use the tube from a wd40 can and poke it up there. Then, it looks like you're breaking out the manual!

 

[glcaines]

I think a lot of people don't empty the air tanks on A3s even though they should. Mine were all plugged up. So was the drain on the fuel filter. It took quite a bit of rodding out to get that opened up.

 

[the buddah]

well i just replaced the lower rad hose i put a flex one on carquest has it for like 56.00 #26512

 

[Hoefler]

Both my A3's had split but not leaking lower radiator hoses. I got new ones from Ericks M35. I have also replaced the main pressure line from regulator to pitman arm on steering.
Pete

 

[Bigjer]

Block heater

Has anyone installed the Cat block heater for the 3116 into our trucks. Also is anyone running anything other than the Cat ELC premix?
Thanks

 

[Hoefler]

I just picked up a few Hot Start inline engine coolant heaters. Am going to install on this week. I have found my truck will start in weather as cold as 10 degrees f with a little shot of ether.
Pete

 

[islandguydon]

Hey, who has the hookup on the wheel seals. My A3 has a minor leak on both wheels on the center axle..opcorn:

Don

 

[319]

Hey, who has the hookup on the wheel seals. My A3 has a minor leak on both wheels on the center axle..opcorn:

Don

Don, Erik's has them:
Erik's Military and Industrial Surplus - Military Vehicle Parts, Industrial and Military Surplus Electronics

 

[Docuscg]

I have new CTIS valve rebuild kits listed on the Classified parts list. Or you can PM me.

 

[319]

I just picked up a few Hot Start inline engine coolant heaters. Am going to install on this week. I have found my truck will start in weather as cold as 10 degrees f with a little shot of ether.
Pete

I found that without that cold start system, that motor does not want to start when cold. At 26*F, it took about ten cycles with the starter to get it running. After the cold start valve was replaced, one shot, first cycle and it started.

A Hotstart unit is highly recommended for those who don't like to use ether.......hint, hint, Don.

 

[islandguydon]

I have 3 of them I got off Dell last year in Ga. I can take a hint, I just dont like ether. Now for the major question, On a CAT 3116, whats the general installation information. Wouldn't want to install it wrong. I know it has to be installed LOW near the frame.

Hoefler, Could you take pictures of yours when you install it and where you tapped in..?

Thanks gentelmen...!

 

[the buddah]

oh by the way that rad hose lower was only 40.00 not 56.00 thru carquest

 

[319]

I have 3 of them I got off Dell last year in Ga. I can take a hint, I just dont like ether. Now for the major question, On a CAT 3116, whats the general installation information. Wouldn't want to install it wrong. I know it has to be installed LOW near the frame.

Hoefler, Could you take pictures of yours when you install it and where you tapped in..?

Thanks gentelmen...!

Don, did you put the Hot Start on your A2?
I'd rather not use the ether either (??) but on the Cat, it will keep your starter from overheating.