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Recent content by aw113sgte

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    Welding or Plasma Torch on M1088 A1

    The MTVR has a placard on the door specific to this. I went ahead and disconnected stuff just because risk vs reward. It was quick to do. I have welded on the FMTV without disconnecting anything and it was fine. That said, I was short circuit MIG - I've heard HF TIG can potentially fry more...
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    I might be a little crazy – 4,000 mile M1079 recovery Illinois to Alaska

    Next up, remove those front coils, rides so much better!
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    M1087 Conversion

    Looks great, what kind of wood are you using inside? Looks like it's modified so the floors don't fold down anymore. How are you planning to do the shower/sink now that the center area is taken up when closed?
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    M1078 A1 transfer case

    If only, price increased!
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    Made a 2.5/2.0 hitch

    Wanted to maintain a lot of the departure angle so tucked it up underneath. All 1/2 laser cut plate from Oshcut. Standard hole pattern for various hitches, has a 2.5 in these pictures, the 2.0 or pintle options will also bolt on. Will need a 14-16" drop to be at the correct ball height. CAD...
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    Seat Belt re-install problems

    Well you can't tilt them when installed so that test is out (unless you find a very steep hill). You can test the rapid pull mechanism but you do have to pull the belt very fast for this to engage.
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    Cab jack leaking

    Just a note, there are other pump version out there that don't have the hex on the top. You have to disassemble from the bottom with a cir-clip. Like this one:
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    From fire truck to MTV

    You probably have a failed sensor or wiring. When the ECM detects an error, it just assigns a value of 15 (14.7 psi normal for sea level). It did this when I unplugged the sensor. Definitely ran worse than normal when that sensor was unplugged.
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    M1078A1 cab and chassis electrical upgrades including AC

    Sorry for your troubles! I don't trust manufacturers specs unless they are major companies with technical details to back it up. I have a 9000 BTU Fujitsu mini split for a 20ft shipping container and it's been able to keep it to my set temp under all conditions we've been in (up to 100f humid...
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    From fire truck to MTV

    Now for the non-technical. We've been taking the truck out every weekend and making great family memories. It's rare to find something everyone loves, my wife loves comfort and being away from the chores. The boys love finding new friends to play with. I'm happy they are happy and proud...
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    From fire truck to MTV

    Was having some reduced power issues, occasional check engine light (no codes stored) turned out to be a failing atmospheric pressure sensor. Notice it's reading 7 psi (we are at less than 1000ft elevation so should be around 14.7). Unplugged the sensor for the drive back home and had reduced...
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    MTVR turns over but won't start

    Bet that will turn over real nice.
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    So the MTVR adventure begins

    Installed JW Speaker LED headlamps. If anyone else is looking, the connectors are Metripack size 280. Got a couple wheels from Feltz Tire. Highly recommended. $50 per wheel, $25 per beadlock. Playing in the woods a bit and testing how she does with lockers engaged. "Her visual acuity is...
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    MTVR turns over but won't start

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    M1078 A1 transfer case

    One post up says Peri parts. Allison dealer is another option.
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