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  1. Jericho

    Air source

    I agree Mickey, I run a Full stud air nailer off mine at remote build sites all the time. Works for those small air tools and great for airing up tires and air matresses at the campsite !
  2. Jericho

    Oiling o-rings and seals before installing?

    Dot 5 has lubricity, use it as assembly fluid, Vasiline has little effect on quality o rings, we arnt talking about swimming in it ,,Apply in a very light coat. If you were to do a JOAP (oil analysis sample) all you would see would be an increase in SI ( silicone) an if you really swamped it a...
  3. Jericho

    Oiling o-rings and seals before installing?

    ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS , nearly every O ring except in oxygen systems. Gaskets not so important, If noting else use the lubricating fluid in that system . Don't need a lot just enough to prevent pinching it
  4. Jericho

    New accessory for my Mep 005a

    Its an aircraft load bank, primarily used to test the Jet engine driven Generators , some went as high as 400 amp , all run at 28 volt 400 hrtz to my knowledge, It can also be used to load bank ground Support equipment , ie generators for aircraft running at 400 hrtz, Good example would be a...
  5. Jericho

    Deuce crash in Winston-Salem, NC, 11/2017

    All three of his infractions are traffic infractions, the crux will be was he at fault , the answer appears to be NO, State to state the laws and traffic rules differ, I would conject he will not be charged in the death, nor should he be, As much as some decry the law none of his offences rise...
  6. Jericho

    AMMPS MEP-1030 5KW Generator

    You cant beat Japanee diesels I have been off grid 25 years since I retired from the military, I run 4 cylinder diesels in the 20 to 30 KW range , turbo, non turbo . I have a Mitsubishi 4 cylinder diesel on a 22 KW unit that has 72 thousand hours on it runs great starts great , change the oil...
  7. Jericho

    5ton air leak

    Sorry 99 was tired and missed the pun. I signed for a load of m931A2 s once before I retired. AF paid 87.000.00 ea for the basic trucks. They came with five spare engines , transmissions and 2 sets or axels as part of the purchase for each truck along with a spares kit. The total per truck was...
  8. Jericho

    5ton air leak

    Don't know about selling it 99, but have been working to fix all the pesky little leaks . Will have to check the xfer case valve, I don't have any issues shifting into or out of low range, but its worth a shot . Thanks 99
  9. Jericho

    5ton air leak

    there are a number of threads on here on the same subject. just use the search button block on the top right of the header page. I have the same problem on my M 931A2 so far ive changed two Emergency brake microswitchs at the primary and secondary tanks , leaking . The PPV valve...
  10. Jericho

    m923a2 was Broke down, Montgomery AL

    Hey Simp send me your paypal to jetoneusaf@gmail.com id like to kick in a few bucks for your TOW SERVICE , I believe firmly in KARMA , serious , that could have been me so easily , experienced a "NO BUILD AIR "problem a few weeks ago Air dryer valve wouldn't seal, temp fixed it with a socket...
  11. Jericho

    M923A1 30,000mile OTR Report

    Thanks for the speedy reply, I watch you post constantly Andy
  12. Jericho

    Interior Cab upgrades

    My grandson is my "army Truck " buddy. Ive had him running a back hoe, excavator or dozer since he was 7. I stay busy but , my grandson, one of 7 grands , keeps me motivated and he is the source of many novel design decisions, He loves to drive the 5 ton but the M109A3 is HIS as far as he is...
  13. Jericho

    Interior Cab upgrades

    I just teed in between the air line and the air horns supply , fitting are availible at most hardware stores,, I cut the line and used compression fittings to tee in ,(BRAKE LINE QUALITY PLASTIC) The seats came with a plastic supply line for the air source and I in turn again teed the fitting...
  14. Jericho

    Interior Cab upgrades

    Those are Prime 200 SL seats , they go for around 600$ ea or so depending where you buy them Listed on Flea bay. They are very comfortable and install is dead easy , I mounted the drivers on the original seat plate , so it bolts right in , Passengers is bolted with AN hardware to the floor thru...
  15. Jericho

    Interior Cab upgrades

    Seating in the 5 ton series is an open question, lots out there, I wanted to keep the batteries in side, I live in the Great North Woods and winters are harsh. And wanted a third jump seat thet can be quickly turned into a sneter console or cooler location. These are leather seats, full air with...
  16. Jericho

    M923A1 30,000mile OTR Report

    Simp , Your reports are invaluable , Thank you, they are very insight full . Couple of questions, 1. The primary tank check valve, did you change it because you had air venting up the Intake and 2. did you run ATF in your trannys before failure ? not HYD OIL , do you think your...
  17. Jericho

    Weight of UH-1D/H Tailboom?

    ​enough to use a ten k forklift and the lifting jig or 6 big Army dudes. It’s awkward
  18. Jericho

    Operation "URGENT RESTORATION"

    Caught in the Honey DO, spiral , haven't touch my Hubby wanna DO projects in a month , Latest is a large out door kitchen and grill shack and bistro seating for three seasons use ( now she ordered a heater and asked how hard it would be to insulate , Huge griddle three different types of bar be...
  19. Jericho

    Operation "URGENT RESTORATION"

    Amazes me where you find the time ! looks good as usual !
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