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I got the M62 home to Georgia 2 weeks ago and have been working on trying to get her running. The story is that this engine has had serious engine problems as far back as anyone on ss can remember. Last Friday me and 73M set out to see if we could get the motor to fire. We actually had it...

I finally got a chance to hook up the M105 to the tractor and get some work out of her. We hauled about 2.5 cords of wood way out from the back of the forest to the firepit. This is what a M105 was made for, drag it through the woods and dont worry about any damage. I did not get good...

There are some very good threads in each of the forums such as what have you done to your xxx today. These are enjoyable to read to get ideas and many times motivation to :grd: I have not seen this thread yet and thought it may be another enjoyable and educational thread. So since the TM...

Reading about a recent fire from another recovery I was wondering if there is a way to disable the air brakes temporarily when towing without an air brake enabled tow vehicle. The trailer will be empty during this time. Is this necessary? It seems there are some safety features built into...

This seems to be a specialized trailer with fold up tongue. Does anybody have any history on what this trailer was used for?

My understanding is that the safe "engine" speed for the M1008 is lower than M1009 and lets assume all stock rear end, tire size etc. Given that both vehicles share the same 6.2 and transmission I am assuming the difference is the rear end gear on the M1008 turning the 6.2 at a higher rpm at...

Hello Everyone, the previous vehicle owner did an ignition switch bypass to a push button start. I am investigating if I need to do the Doghead relay switch over and my question is as follows: If the push button start modification has been completed, does that take the interior starter...

As the proud new owner of a M1009 I am now going through the fun of getting things running as they should. Love this forum and the technical manuals. Diesels are a new world for me and all the troops on this site have a ton of knowledge that has been helpful dragging me up the hill. Cold...