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    Oversized pistons and ring end gap

    I suggest a set of 0.020 rings. You can try them and file the end gaps to suit. If they are way too large, sell them to someone. Not a large investment.
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    M37 Mystery Problem

    Check for a pm, that is if you haven't solved the problem. Good luck. ☺
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    Found an old Motors Manual

    Just my opinion, the manual is old. I doubt if anyone would take offense. I have several old manuals i wouldn't throw out - I'm sure my children will when I pass.
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    New owner of a 1953 M35

    Really good news. You are doing well.
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    New owner of a 1953 M35

    A very nice truck.
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    THE DEUCE - Old Footage

    Very nice. I bet some air cleaner service is coming.
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    Cab and Body Vibrations

    Might check the harmonic balancer condition, just me being a worrier.
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    M211 distributor switch out.

    You can cap them off using rubber vacuum caps from the parts store. They circulate air in the sealed military distributor.
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    my new m35a2

    Nice find! 😁
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    M125-A1 Cargo Truck Cummins V8 300 Powered

    That is a LARGE and useful piece of yard art. A fine looking truck also.
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    MEP-803A getting it to work,,,my first one!

    Looks really good.
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    M37 Mystery Problem

    Sounds good, please let us know the resolution.
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    M37 head gasket

    You will be fine. You are not running mogas. Make sure the water distribution tube is in good condition - it's an important part for long service.
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    TM Search Help

    You might look into Coleman's Surplus. They have things like your lights.
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    M37 Mystery Problem

    Vintagepowerwagons has fuel pump rebuild parts.
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    M37 Mystery Problem

    Good thought re: fuel pump diaphram. Don't remember if the military pump has a vent hole in the pump that will weep fuel if you have a ruptured diaphragm. My thought is that the truck needs to get run with the hand throttle set to run some above idle until normal operating temperature - maybe an...
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    Evaluating a 5-ton for value?

    You can use a pump bug sprayer. Cut the end off the wand, use some fuel line, clamps, and a fitting that will screw in the oil pressure sender hole. Use 2 or 3 quarts of oil. Pump up the sprayer and put the pressurized oil in the engine. You won't disturb the ignition timing. Best use a cheap...
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    Evaluating a 5-ton for value?

    Best prime the oiling system well before cranking that Continental. Bad stuff happens with dry bearings. You will have enough problems with other things.
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    M37 Mystery Problem

    Yes, please update on your progress.
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    Hurricane Laura, power outage running on 803a

    I don't know how many of those military generators are out there but they must be durable. Very few asking for help considering. Members are wonderful helping with " generator down" requests.
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