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This is one scary thread :-) Thanks!

I do have a takeout main shaft. You may not need one, depending whether or not the sheared keys in the spinning gears caused damage, yet. The keys are standard keys - I actually got a set from my NAPA guy's magic drawer box. Unless you are dead-set on swapping trannys, perhaps taking the top...

It is a PITA but you can do it with "regular" tools. If the pulley halves spin freely, you can get a good starting tension just by hand...then do as you described...pipe wrench and a wrench that can grab the other half.

No....I leave #17 unplugged unless driving at night.

"The bugs are all out. Performance is proven." They are talking about the LDS-427. Love it. That engine was not destined for a long and happy life in MVs.

From what you describe, you had left the thermostat in place and, naturally, the thermostat's job is to cut off coolant flow through the radiator (for the most part). That is why hoses/coolant parts close to the engine get warm, but the rad stays cold. You already replaced coolant (you did use...

Those balloon tires are interesting...I am sure they are super capable off-road on soft ground.

Mmmmmmh.....M108.....you never know when you will need a pocket sized crane for recoveries around the house!

A luxurious, practical solution! Looks like you can test-run it on that contraption!

The voltage regulator is built into the "end cap" of the alternator. With the part number of the alternator you will be able to find a repair kit that replaces said end cap. Voltage regulator and alternator part number are your search terms. About $80. For an approximately similar price (maybe a...

I second welldigger's advice. A local truck/hydraulic shop had no problem cutting the old fittings out for re-use (or had new fittings on hand, I don't remember). New hose for chump change.

Yup - as drmetalmiki said. Short the two wires, brake lights should come on and stay on. Likely new switch needed.

Usually the contacts are numbered....can you try getting a picture?

CAT dealer? Or http://radiatorgroup.com/sightglass.aspx ? http://www.superiorcooling.co/safety-sight-glass-assembly-for-coolant-level.html

That looks serious! Gives it that M3 White Half Track slant!

air operated or hydraulic brake light switch?

Driving with the engine at "normal" rpm instead of heading towards redline is very nice, indeed. My LDS is governed at 2500 rpm (should spin up to 2800; I guess the governor was set by a wise mechanic or motor pool SGT) and I am still too chicken to try what the actual top speed is. I feel that...

Many surplus dealers have military chains for little money - shipping adds to the price; they are heavy as you can imagine. I hope that your truck leaks enough oil for self-protection of the undercarriage when you drive it on winter roads! Mine was a Southern US truck and looks like it never...

No - that is the whole point of the air operated brake light switch. It replaces the switch on the hydraulic side. The hydraulically operated switch turned out to be a weak spot. If it cracks and breaks, you lose your brakes. That is why the military started replacing the hydraulic switch with a...

Now you need 4 sets of dual chains (tri-railers) and 2 singles and you are unstoppable!