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As a P.S. I think I would have someone switch on whilst I held a removed heater plug to earth and then observe it it glows up for the required time visually.

Take off one of the wires to a heater plug. Put it to a single contact bulb, (earth the case) and when you switch on (you need an assistant obviously) Time the how long the light stays on. If it goes out after a very brief time it is the glow plug timer that is faulty. On my F350 that was my...

That's a good start, enjoy the hobby, and the people in it. It is a nice xmas prezzi to you and the family. 'appy xmas as well.

A really nice, usefull, and unusual looking trailer, I sure wish I could pull one those to a show over her..That would get (even more) looks.

Could be a weak spark, Those insulated leads tend to leak a bit when old. Check points gap and coil output via the king lead. (big fat spark? (jumps to ground?))' when craking each plug lead (off the plug) should have a good spark accross a 30 - 40 thou at least, 125 better!. to earth. check...

I have two of those heaters under my bench, both missing that top box part , is that the igniiter module? If so where can I obtain one such item?.

spelling spelt itself Once you have read the threads on how to actually fit and air power steering kit, You might find it not too difficult, if you take it steady with some assistance as well. The instructions are clear and consise. The one fitted to my M45 was completed in half a day. The...

We have 75 gallons of water, its neat (not too room consuming) and sufficient for a weeks drinking washing and showering with care. Ok a 2500 watt inverter. 4 batteries. 2500 watt generator. storage on the roof. few other bits and bobs. This is on the M54a2 chassis. 1600 tires. runs and performs...

One would think you would have the same issue if you "sat" on a steady foot pedal also?.

As all the above..(espacially don't run it on easy start), and definately check for squirts at the injectors.

Changed a few of mine in the past. And estimating with the cord did the trick as a few inches over is not going to hurt. I used welding cables as well for the (usually missing) jump start sockets.

Ya just gotta' do what you gatta' do...buy and BE HAPPY!....

You know what?, that is a rugged looking truck, and it seems to have found a good home. Good luck with the restoration, keep us posted and with pictures.

Hitch a ride when he goes to the local supermarket in that..Tank.

SPEECHLESS!!..What a workshop, what beaufiful condition of the stock. You must have had your jaw dragging on the (VERY clean) floor in there. Now i'm off to find my sweeping brush, and paint.......Oh and thank you for the remarkable post and pictures. Find out (while respecting his privacy) as...

Return it to military looking spec, and attend some shows, meet great peolple, Welcome

Sounds like your about due a new clutch as it has reached the extreme of adjustment. If there is no thread left to adjust out to Free play it will eventually just drag all the time. The wear facter and thus the pedel hieght depends on the type of clutch construction. Some wear Low, some wear High.

When you get lash ups like this from previouse owners, don't keep trusting to wiggling and twisting, especially as the obviouse short circuit is causing damage (even a fire is possible!) just take out the switch, remove any surplus wires that are not supposed to go there, re-wire the radio...

That is a really impressive truck, You must have been so pleased and proud to display to the public.

That vehicle looks well worth recovering..and will give you some imediate and seriouse interest in the green hobby. Good luck and go for it, Keep us posted. with pictures.