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  1. Ronbo

    My 1028 is down can I get some advice PLEASE oh please all knowing one

    Guys I'm not much on diesels but ok on the transmission. . My problem is: It quit shifting . I thought rut- row and started to pull it out when I saw the broken vacuum line to the Modulator. I replaced the line and still no 3rd and soft 2nd. I then put a vacuum pump on the Modulator and its...
  2. Ronbo

    Steering and Front Axle Rebuild.

    Thanks Iceman !! I'm starting the same project in a couple of weeks. I'll call you if I get in a jam..:) I used to live to tar down a front end but its been 15 years, and my forget'er is getting worse..
  3. Ronbo

    Cool transfer case info/ not advertising..

    You guys that have done this , is it a lot of work to hook up linkages? I would think there would be 2 sets ..If you have pictures please post'em up... I may look for the trans cases and have them on hand to do some day.. So I take it that the 1028 has a 208 case.. any dual case set-ups with...
  4. Ronbo

    Cool transfer case info/ not advertising..

    I found a site that makes adapters / gears to combine transfer cases. I am not advertising just passing some info that someone might want to know or use.( so I hope this is ok) ORD Doubler 4:1 Dual Transfer Case, NP205-NP203 - Fullsize 4x4 Parts I found it interesting.....
  5. Ronbo

    alterrnator & engine question

    I just come in from checking the Gens. I cleaned all terminals, belts are tight.. I put a volts meter on gen 1 ( drivers side) and its putting out 31 volts, Gen2 27 volts. But at the batteries ( either one at Idle) I'm getting 12.7 ... I did notice that as soon as the key is on that gen 1...
  6. Ronbo

    alterrnator & engine question

    Thanks for the info Guys.. I'll just take both to the alternator shop next week.. The shop works on just about every starter and alt. built.. I cant get the parts for what he rebuilds them for.... Thanks for teh help...
  7. Ronbo

    alterrnator & engine question

    PS do you know if Gen 1 and 2 alternators are the same? also If I take them to a shop and have them rebuilt is there anything special they will need to know since it is a mil vehicle?
  8. Ronbo

    alterrnator & engine question

    Thanks Bro !!!!! PS Matt I see you have a 4 inch lift , did you replece the front springs and use blocks in teh rear ? That is my next project ..and yes 37 humv tires ... ..
  9. Ronbo

    alterrnator & engine question

    Gentlemen, I was driving home today and Gen 1 light just came on . It hasent had any issues , its starts fine etc . But Gen 1 lite stays on.. Cables are clean and tight , Your guess would be??? Alternator?? also I found someone with a used 6.2 running but knocking , is it worth $75 .00 ...
  10. Ronbo

    Finally got the winch on

    Nice Job !!!!!! Thanks for thr pictures too.......
  11. Ronbo

    Just wanted to say thanks

    Thanks for all the advise on the electric feul pump and spin on filter . I finished her today.. It was easy! she fired right up too , so far no issues,,, Its never started so easy... Next is an oil cooler line replacement and she sshould be good to go for a while.. Thanks again for all the...
  12. Ronbo

    6.2 fuel return miseries

    Thanks Jonhsr good find
  13. Ronbo

    6.2 fuel return miseries

    Yea I'm nutz :) Not to change the thread .. But I hate the 6.2.Just a personal opinion. Its full of parts that always seem to break, expensive parts. Low RPM engine for the gear ration ( cant cruise down the interstate. Cold natured. Just always seems to have issues. Yet compared to a simple...
  14. Ronbo

    6.2 fuel return miseries

    Good to know info and Yet another good reason to just put a standard 350 gas.. Less parts, more power, more reliable IMO.
  15. Ronbo

    m35A2 super single 395 install

    Surely they'll make that right.. But thats the type of luck I'd have too... I've wanted to put singles on mine too, But after reading the thread about dude getting a $2100.oo ticket , and fuel stickers , fuel logs etc etc whatever .I might sell my deuce. I'd hate to see her go ( shes...
  16. Ronbo

    M1028 spin on filter change

    Well I'm glad I never tried it.. Dude did tell me gas.. said he used it up north in the winter . maybe he was a prankster .. ? Hoping I would . See thats why I let you guys hang out with me on here:) I give you challenging things to think about :) Cheers .Me
  17. Ronbo

    M1028 spin on filter change

    A dude told me to add a quart of gas to the tank full .. Thinks this is correct?
  18. Ronbo

    M1028 spin on filter change

    No , No heater .. I wasn't sure how or If i need it.. I'm sure someone makes a12v wrap a round heater .. any advise? Thanks PS I should say That I read about a lot of people making an electric fuel pump heat shield that bolts to the frame . An easy quick way is to use an old license...
  19. Ronbo

    M1028 spin on filter change

    I just thought I'd show a few pictures of what I did today on the 1028. I installed an electric fuel pump and pre-filter . ( I didn't take pictures if this). Then when running the wires for the pump I re-taped the harness and added some wire loom, Then moved to the Filter . Once the filter...
  20. Ronbo

    Turbo 400 rear seal question

    Ditto ODdave said.......
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