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  1. FlameRed

    Armored a Humvee and Shot it with a Cannon

    My 2 cents. I used to regularly attend and participate the local semi-annual machine gun shoot. Only Knob Creek is better. They usually have multiple class three vendors shoot all kinds of post 86 samples. One of the vendor spends $75k in ammo with his mini gun. They usually have a few junk...
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    Sound deadening, sound proofing - which have you done and what are your results?

    A friend had the Kilmat equivalent and boat carpeting installed on the passenger floors and indeed water pooled and resulted in disgusting mold so he removed it just on the passenger floor panels. It was not fun to remove but that is what he did on the floors. I considered making holes where...
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    Sound deadening, sound proofing - which have you done and what are your results?

    I too bought a horse stall mat and cut it just for the rear cargo area. That stuff is indestructible. But as far as using it on the pass area, those are almost impossible to cut. I smoked a circular saw trying to make just one cut for that rear mat, and a second saw was ready to go. How do you...
  4. FlameRed

    HMMWV Hood Lift gas shock - anyone MADE one?

    Just one side. Could have done both sides but one side helps enough for a weakling like me.
  5. FlameRed

    HMMWV Hood Lift gas shock - anyone MADE one?

    I cobbled this together without any HMMWV tax
  6. FlameRed

    Fans mounted on the radiator

    Those are push electric fans required above the AC condenser.
  7. FlameRed

    Sound deadening, sound proofing - which have you done and what are your results?

    Not that I am a pro or experienced, but I used Kilmat 80 mil 36 sqft Car Sound Deadening Mat. No need to by the brand name expsensive stuff. Took about 3 boxes. Very easy install. Just vacuum and wipe down to get as much dirt/dust out as possible. Then use a roller to throughly press into place...
  8. FlameRed

    M1152 A/C compressor issue

    AC is a specialty on its own. I am no expert but I have done some work on some, not all, successful. AC work requires a bunch of specialized tools. Some parts stores will loan or rent AC tools. Beats having lots of expensive tools sitting on the shelf unused for years. All that being said...
  9. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Well, after doing a second AC flush and after installing the second new compressor, the AC does not seem to be working perfectly. When I first start the engine and turn on the AC, I get what sounds like belt squeal, again. That was my original issue, well that and no cold AC. Now the AC seems to...
  10. FlameRed

    Need help with studs on AC bracket #12469498

    I believe they are M10x55mm (x2) and M10x30mm (x1) I believe you can find them at any Ace Hardware. Sorry for the bad picture, but this is what they supplied:
  11. FlameRed

    LED blinker module suggestions

    No Maybe temporarily put back the incandescent original bulbs and see if you can isolate the issue? And if the incandescent bulbs make it all work, replace them one-by-one with your LED until they don't function?
  12. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Yes, the new compressor came with oil. However the instructions, which were well written, state to drain that oil. I think the PAG oil absorbs moisture and who knows how long they sit on the shelf. The instructions state the proper amount and type of oil to add for the compressor alone. Since I...
  13. FlameRed

    Adding OEM A/C to a M1097R2

    As far as working on AC, you kind of need some specialized tools unless you have a AC shop willing to help you out with those bits. You either need a recovery machine, or someone to pull the R134 from the old system unless you vent it which is illegal. Then you can then transfer parts. Then...
  14. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Well today, the same old one step forward, three steps back! I checked the entire system with the leak detector on the most sensitive setting and it is good and sealed - no leaks detected. :) Started it up and the pressures read the same as two days ago so I do not think it lost any...
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    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    Can HMMWV be possessed? So today I go out preparing to remove the filter that leaked yesterday. The system is very low so most of it leaked out overnight. Put in enough R134 to find any leaks. Fire up the leak detector and hit every single fitting and hose again. The leak I had yesterday at...
  16. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    The filter I found specifically stated it was for the high side and should be spliced into the output of the compressor before anything else. The only filter I found, that apparently leaks, is from 4 Seasons Air, and it also sold under the GM Delco label at a higher price of course. I did...
  17. FlameRed

    What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

    I continue to make one step forward, three steps back in my AC repair. Thank you sir, may I have another! :unsure: I get another two quarts of AC flush and flush it a second time. All pipes, all connections, in the reverse of coolant flow. a new compressor, second one, and new receiver dryer...
  18. FlameRed

    LED blinker module suggestions

    I used this one and it works with a complete LED conversion: 11613631 Turn Signal Flasher Switch 24 Volt Military M151 M38 M35 11613631 I had it installed for more than a year - no issues so far.
  19. FlameRed

    Power steering whine

    I would try the 40 steering wheel stop-to-stop PS air bleed procedure before replacing anything. EDIT: Lift rig so that front tires are off ground. Engine off. Turn steering wheel to lock, and let it sit for a couple of seconds and then turn opposite lock and let sit for a couple seconds...
  20. FlameRed

    Radiator Fan ....... "turn off" Switch

    Yeah, 10 AMP should cover it. Just don't use a thin wire. For 24V relays - these will work 40 Amp 24V DC SPDT Relay Socket
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