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Recent content by SWoods

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    M35a3 tire removal from rim

    Looks like the Michelin replacement MPT tire for the 14.5R20 XL is now Michelin XZL 365/80R20 MPT (14.5R20 MPT) according to Michelin Military Tyre Data Book 2021.
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    M35a3 tire removal from rim

    I got these new years ago it’s I believe fresh date codes from militaryoffroadtires.net out of Georgia. I think he is out of business now. I lucked out and got 10 new tires with no issues, and then ordered the internal bead loks that go with that tire, that’s when my issues started he was short...
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    M35a3 tire removal from rim

    I Just assembled seven A3 combat rims with 14.5 Michelin XL's with internal bead locks. time consuming but I saved my back by using a chain hoist to lower tire/bead lock onto the half rim sitting on a 5 gal bucket with sand in it for stability. once the wheel was assembled and all nuts...
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    Red Ball rally in Gilbert PA, Sep 2014 - who's going?

    I'll be heading out of Boston Wed and arriving Thur. to set up with Gypsy Co. Steve & Robin
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    Redball/Gypsy Company Wedding W/Military Vehicles

    Anna and Steve, Best wishes for a long and happy life together. What a beautiful ceremony and perfect celebration of how / where you met! We are very sorry we were not able to make it down for the wedding but look forward to raising a toast to you at Gilbert! Steve and Robin
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    Memorial Day 2011: What are your marching orders?

    Sunday, Sommerville MA (largest parade in MA) haulin vet's that live in the Vet's home that can't march and don't want to ride in the the air conditioned state van. They had a blast telling stories, eating candy, throwing candy to kids, and eating more candy. Local small parade on Monday.
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    Deuce has a low air leak

    You mentioned in post#8 not making over 80psi; check your belt. A loose belt can = low air pressure when running (I know from experience). like post#9 said you should be running at 100-120 psi.
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    In tank pump failure, pics

    I also just ordered a new in-tank pump from Olympic Controls for $225 including gaskets. Dave was a pleasure to do business with. The part number is 311-389-1.
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    15.5/80R20 Michelin XL TIRE on M35A3 rim

    Hello all; two quick questions for those with all the knowledge out there: Are there any issues with mounting 15.5/80R20 Michelin XL Military Tire on a M35A3 combat (11"x20") tubeless 2 piece (O-ring installed) rim for my M35A2? Also, will that fit up on the M105A2 trailer? Thanks, Steve
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    Compressor Wrench

    I also picked up a set of compressor wrenches from comdiver; fabrication well done and I highly recommend purchasing the set from him. Steve
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    Hello from Massachustts

    Welcome from south of Boston; I also am in the engineering industry and have the OD fever.
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    New Member from Boston

    New member from Boston, MA (30 minutes south or half way between Boston and Cape Cod). Got my M35A2 Deuce and M105A2 trailer Oct 2009 and drove it home from Ohio.
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    East Coast Convoy/Aberdeen

    Coming from Boston, MA leaving Wednesday. Haven't heard from anyone yet - am I supposed to get an email or a phone call after signing up? Plan to meet up with red route Thur. 0630 at Vince Lombardi Service Area (Start Point) -- Exit 17 NJ Turnpike.
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