redmudjeep
Member
- 43
- 7
- 8
- Location
- Littlestown, PA
I have learned so much already from researching on this site and reading other peoples experiences with their projects. When the weather warms and it is not raining or snowing I will be diving into my projects on the Deuce. I thank everyone in advance if they have any suggestions or pointers before I start.
Since purchasing the Deuce in November, I have found multiple projects that need to be addressed prior to tagging and driving. The engine crankcase is overfull and smells like fuel. So, I need to address the issue of it "Making Oil". I have a new seal kit for the Mechanical Booster Pump. I need to purchase a kit for the IP so that I have new gaskets. I am also trying to figure out what to do with the Fuel Density Compensator. I know the usual thing people do is bypass it. But is there a way to reseal it if it is leaking? Or, is replacement the only other alternative? I located a NOS one for $210.00. A bit expensive for something that can be bypassed. At this point with the IP am I better off just rebuilding it? I would like to find one that needs rebuilding so that I do not have to leave the engine apart for any length of time.
I am also having a problem with idle. The truck does not idle (warm or cold) unless the throttle cable is pulled out slightly. This was a good thing to begin with because the Engine Stop cable was broken and the engine stop lever was seized in the housing. That is fixed and now I am trying to figure out why it won't idle. I have tried to search for engine idle issues but have not had any luck finding the same issue that I am having.
The brakes are the next issue, the pedal goes to the floor. There aren't any leaks visible at the axles. So, i decided that I would replace or rebuild everything. I was able to find 6 NOS loaded backing plates for very cheap. I will also be replacing all the steel and rubber lines. That should fix any break issues. I was wondering has anyone tried to retrofit a M35A3 master cylinder to the stock Deuce mounting location and add a second airpack? It seems the Master cylinders are available from Bendix. Just not sure if this is an option.
Thanks again, Mike
Since purchasing the Deuce in November, I have found multiple projects that need to be addressed prior to tagging and driving. The engine crankcase is overfull and smells like fuel. So, I need to address the issue of it "Making Oil". I have a new seal kit for the Mechanical Booster Pump. I need to purchase a kit for the IP so that I have new gaskets. I am also trying to figure out what to do with the Fuel Density Compensator. I know the usual thing people do is bypass it. But is there a way to reseal it if it is leaking? Or, is replacement the only other alternative? I located a NOS one for $210.00. A bit expensive for something that can be bypassed. At this point with the IP am I better off just rebuilding it? I would like to find one that needs rebuilding so that I do not have to leave the engine apart for any length of time.
I am also having a problem with idle. The truck does not idle (warm or cold) unless the throttle cable is pulled out slightly. This was a good thing to begin with because the Engine Stop cable was broken and the engine stop lever was seized in the housing. That is fixed and now I am trying to figure out why it won't idle. I have tried to search for engine idle issues but have not had any luck finding the same issue that I am having.
The brakes are the next issue, the pedal goes to the floor. There aren't any leaks visible at the axles. So, i decided that I would replace or rebuild everything. I was able to find 6 NOS loaded backing plates for very cheap. I will also be replacing all the steel and rubber lines. That should fix any break issues. I was wondering has anyone tried to retrofit a M35A3 master cylinder to the stock Deuce mounting location and add a second airpack? It seems the Master cylinders are available from Bendix. Just not sure if this is an option.
Thanks again, Mike
