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I like the TM 9-2320-260-20 (1972 issue) for the truck and perhaps the TM 9-2320-272-34-1 for the engine (1986)...

Hmm...you may be right, another image actually shows a fat white line just below the filler neck.

Occasionally I find images of the xm757 8x8 from the time it was used and "discover" new details. The stencil work on the fuel tank is one such thing, but I can't make out all the words, can any of you give me examples of warnings/caution markings used on fuel tanks, so that I can get a "best...

Pilot Supplies, Avionics, and Homebuilt Aircraft Parts from Aircraft Spruce and Specialty Co. You'll need "CAT" (neoprene) for the hot water heater or "SCAT" (silicone) for the fuel burning heaters...

Several wiring diagrams I have collected...

Check your HI/LO switch (dimmer) first. Get a DVM and measure voltage, if any on wire #16. The 3-lever light switch is not easy to work on....

Good work Chris, personally, I don't like working in this kind of weather unless necessary, I give you credit for that. Removed a few more parts from the parts M925 the other day and had to use gloves to keep my hands warm, no fun. Check your original bumper for markings before scrapping it.

Chuck has it correct. Keep in mind that the FDC only works for the fuels listed in the TM and as long as the viscosity is directly proportional to the heating value of the fuel. Veggie oil and biodiesel, for example cause the FDC to react in the "wrong" direction...

I have a hand pump that fits the 2' thread hole on top...don't really need it any longer, if interested PM me for details...used it for an engine pre-oiler experiment. :-)

Bypassing the FDC will not effect the ability to make adjustments, the stop plate is still in the "circuit"... IMHO, the only reason to bypass the FDC is to prevent the leaking of fuel into the crankcase, which may occur if the rod within it gets scratched from contaminated fuel (rust particles...

My limited experience with larger (and heavier) tires has not left a good impression. I drove a 5-ton with 1600-20 tires across a field a couple of times and any speed, except for a crawl was a teeth shattering experience, the shake was so bad at higher speed that I could not even read the...

Yes, one battery at a time.

Patrick, on the connector thing, I had an exact same situation on the 8x8 and ended up cutting the wires and splicing them back together (crimp plus heatshrink and finally a vinyl tape wrap). The splices were staggered for an even wire bundle. To do it the "correct" way, the rubber plug, or...

For non-owners of these truck (me), here is a diagram.....so it's manual, should be pretty fool proof, the solenoid type systems with check valves, in-tank pumps etc could be a lot worse to troubleshoot.

Figured I'd add an image to this thread also. The 757 did very well on its first test drive in about 8 to 10 inches of snow. Note that the tire pressure is 10 and that my own foot prints are deeper than the tire depressions. Truck was able to climb a 14% incline, but did not handle side slopes...

This is the "Propulse" version (image below). Is the spare tire now carried as shown in the pictures, on top of the engine/cab, or is it placed there for some other reason?

Congrats Dave, great save! Since it's related to my own xm757 (1969), I'm sure we'll have a few things to compare later. Here is an image downloaded from ebay a year ago or so (I may have more, I collect stuff/info related to the xm757...). Note the "NL05BV" on both trucks and the smaller HIAB...

Hey, good progress Patrick! Had to go back to this thread to see what was up... http://www.steelsoldiers.com/5-ton-up/39051-m818-m109-body.html

Here are two typical mounting arrangements, they are held with hose clamps onto cradle like feet, if that makes any sense. The parts manuals will show the items needed. Most of your other questions should be answered in the article in the Feb 2010 MVM issue.

Oh, we had the snatch block, chain and wooden boards (to protect the tree) all ready when the problem with the winch was discovered. The snatch block is rated at 10 tons as well as the chain (5/8"), both part of the basic issue items for the truck...