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  1. BERZERKER888

    FMTV Transmission Replacement

    Hopefully you didn't get screwed out of $4k and the tranny purchased is not the take out like Will stated... if the seller of the bad tranny makes good on a refund and a MTP Drivetrain retran is a viable alternative . D'Mara Hansen is the point of contact.. MTP needs a 30 day lead in time...
  2. BERZERKER888

    FMTV Transmission Replacement

    I was in the same boat concerning the transmission issue last year...pieces parts of the C6 clutch pack bearings/races were found on the drain plug and scavenger pump filter... tranny was toast for sure.. my options ?.. buy a pot luck transmission that may last 10 miles or 10 years and...
  3. BERZERKER888

    That's some serious customizing, there...

    holy shizzle.... ain't that the truth
  4. BERZERKER888

    Small 24 volt winches for LMHC

    TFT...I stole your idea !!!
  5. BERZERKER888

    Small 24 volt winches for LMHC

    just lifted the seat by the crane, tucked it in there when I need it... remove it when I don't..
  6. BERZERKER888

    Small 24 volt winches for LMHC

    easy peasy... HF truck bed crane and 2500lb ATV winch, 12x12 3/8 steel plate, 4x4x12 post.. a bit of mig welding and a car battery..boom..under $300
  7. BERZERKER888

    Small 24 volt winches for LMHC

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  8. BERZERKER888

    That's some serious customizing, there...

    luv ya TFT.. but look at what Economics 101 did to the owners of Bantha... they originally asked nearly $500k for their albeit rare 1087 "Overland Expedition" vehicle aka : Glorified Mall Crawler.. the truck and all it's mechanical issues ended up on Cars and Bids... it topped out at @$95k... it...
  9. BERZERKER888

    That's some serious customizing, there...

    And I thought Jay Leno was the president of the More Money Than Brains Club..
  10. BERZERKER888

    LMTM Transmission kickdown solenoid location?

    I recaled the TPS last week.. shifts much better.. but today there was an abrupt downshift 7 to 6th at @40mph..when trying to gently accelerate to 45-50mph.. I certainly wasnt giving the 3116 the beans...
  11. BERZERKER888

    LMTM Transmission kickdown solenoid location?

    1995 M1078 AO.. searched the 24P, Unit Maintenance TM and Allison Mechanic troubleshooting guide.. is there an actually kickdown solenoid, momentary switch near the throttle pedal?. if so where is located? thanks
  12. BERZERKER888

    FMTV Engine Oil Change Helpful Suggestions

    can't put a price on vintage my friend !
  13. BERZERKER888

    FMTV Engine Oil Change Helpful Suggestions

    I have not seen a strap wrench like that since highschool....in the 70's. !
  14. BERZERKER888

    Led Strobes

    from a ex LEO motor unit perspective, be aware certain colored readily visible lights from any angle are illegal. In Florida it's blue which is relagated to law enforcement only..strobe or constant still a no no. I installed amber colored strobes on the rear bumper for visibility/safety since I...
  15. BERZERKER888

    Led Strobes

    Whelen is what we use on our patrol units.. pricey but they are also made in China.. Amazon strobes are much more affordable and work just fine..
  16. BERZERKER888

    What have you done WITH your FMTV ( trips, Rescues etc) NOT: fixes, updates etc

    Niel did a nice how to video..pretty simple
  17. BERZERKER888

    Engine speed sensor question

    thanks much.. I'll give it a push and go before I fire it up .
  18. BERZERKER888

    Engine speed sensor question

    hmmmmm... I bet since my retran this procedure was never done . ..question ..the second to last step advised power switch on.. depress pedal... the final step is to start the engine.... while the pedal is depressed to the cab floor? or is it meant to be started in the normal fashion with no...
  19. BERZERKER888

    FIY : Control box knob removal

    be advised , sometimes there is a small set screw underneath the knob... I "rebuilt" all 4 of my selector valves but did not find single set screw in any of the knobs...
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