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I would bet that the contacts are worn - wearing out. I had the identical issue on one of my 1009's. I put a pilot light on the same terminal so I could tell if the solenoid contacts were working when it was activated (or you could test it with a test lamp or an ohm meter). I found that the...

You won't be able to use this generator for house power, it is works at 400 CPS.

As the other guys said, confirm the specifications of the oil, you definately don't want anything that is fire retardant. The compression of a CUCV is much less than that of a 2 1/2 or 5 ton truck and will not completely combust a 50:50 ratio, especialy in the winter. I add hydraulic oil to my...

Craig, Welcome. You (and your MB) are a welcome addition to the local group!

Welcome Fred! There are a lot of great people involved with Steel Soldiers; everyone I have met or talked with have been very willing to share their knowledge and help out when ever possible. Look forward to seing you around Westminster.

Phillip, I'm very sorry for the loss of your daughter. My family will be praying for yours.

I had the exact problem with my M35 about 3 years ago. I replaced my lifter pump with a used one that was in good working order; my problem was resolved. As long as my rpm's were in the driving range the engine ran ok, as soon as I would slow down or stop at an intersection the vehicle would...

I bought one of those switches from J C Whitney back in the 80's. I used it to switch 2 batteries into a series circuit for starting; this would double the voltage to make starting easier on a older engine. Returning the switch to normal put the batteries in parallel for proper charging. The...

Guys, thanks for your advise! I'll check out the system this morning and let you know what happens. Have a great 4th!

I've got a clutch issue with my 5 ton truck. My truck will move in 1st or 2nd gear about 15 feet then it will stop moving as the clutch petal appears to "depress" and no power is transfered to the transmission. I greased the throw out bearing, transmission shaft (to lube the throw out bearing...

I had a radio shelter put on hold by the government 2 weeks ago out of Ft. Meade. All of the other bidders on the same items (about 6 units) were also put on "hold". I tried to make an appointment to pick up the unit and was told the item was to be used for a mission and that GL would contact...

Robert, I can't be there, we are having a graduation party for my daughter the same day. Thanks again for the Wrecker catwalk; I havn't got around to painting it but itworks great! Tom

The old GM engines had shims(factory installed) between the top edge of the starter housing and the transmission bell housing. Generally, these shims were removed when a replacement starter was installed. Without proper shimming the starter drive gear clearence will cause this problem.You can...

I purchased one of the catwalks from Robert at Aberdeen, looks great and works great; thanks Robert! Maybe I'll see you at the Caroll County Farm Museum on Sat - Sun for the MV display or at the parade in Westminstar on Monday.

I hit a deer about 2 years ago with my 1009 and cought it around the shoulder on the pasenger side.The steel grill saved my radiator, lights and the factory plastic grill but the body flung around and messed my right fender.I guess it was payback for all of his family members that me and my sons...

Rusty, welcome! you have a nice looking truck, I saw it at Aberdeen, looks like a solid body. I've got a 54 M37 but have put off working on it as I need to make time to pull the engine and do a rebuild. It runs but has low compression due to worn cylinders and valves. Have fun with your project!

I agree with HKjk. I have had this issue with several CUCVS; I suspect that your new spring may not be of the same grade as the origional and may have compressed enough to problems you are having. In the past I have replaced the bushings and shimmed the original springs with large flat washers...

Our local American Legion, Post # 31 is sponsering a weekend long event in Westminster, MD to include military vehicle displays, reinactors, etc. A friend of mine, Craig Singhaus, sent me the details and contact info (attached) about the event. He invited the MVPA and asked if I would forward on...

Your interior light operates off of the front battery as does all of the 12 volt system. The rear battery is in series with the front battery and will only be used for the starting circuit and for minimal service through the fuse block for other 24 volt requirements. I would guess that the...

I'm trying to get up there on Thursday afternoon with my two sons, we always look forward to this event. Does anyone have any Modern Burn Units? I need a few along with other MKT parts.