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  1. Reworked LMTV

    Treadle valve rebuild?

    Can rebuild you rebuild the brake pedal valve?
  2. Reworked LMTV

    Steering Drag link question

    Can the ball joints just be replaced on both ends of the drag link, rather than replacing the whole unit?
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    Synflex air line broke at middle pumpkin m1088- not surprised

    It would appear that the air lines on my M1088 have seen better days. I moved the one on the center pumpkin, and it broke off. Everywhere I look, something rubber or plastic needs help. Southern sun UV eats rubber and plastic. Not unexpected, but will be added to an already long laundry list of...
  4. Reworked LMTV

    Does the 3116 have a CDR valve?

    Hi Guys, Does the 3116 have a CDR valve?
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    Replacing all fuel lines to M1088 tank questions

    Hi Guys, It is time to replace the fuel lines on my M1088. Was wondering if someone has done this already. 1. Use push on barb connectors? 2. I think I saw someone recommending an inline fuel pump. Anyone do this? 3. Any special hose you recommend? I have seen the push loc brand and some...
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    M1088 Removing the 5th wheel hitch- any suggestions getting the nuts off bolts?

    Hi Guys, I finally getting to take the 5th wheel off to start my RV conversion. Is there anything special to these nuts or bolts? I'm using a HF 1" drive air tool. Metric or SAE? Hard to tell with paint on them : ) They seem to fight being loosened. Guess I should not be surprised. Thanks!
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    Steering box failure / cracking

    I note that one of our members had a steering box failure, with a large crack in the body. Any thoughts as to what might cause this? Have others had the same issue?
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    Anyone put on a steering stabilizer / shock?

    Anyone put on a steering stabilizer / shock? on their LMTV?
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    Ball joints still available for LMTV's ?

    Are new ball joints still available for 5 ton LMTV's? Thanks !
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    Gaskets for running lights- What material did you use?

    Just curious if anyone who fabricated their running light gaskets, recall what material they used? Thanks ! :?:
  11. Reworked LMTV

    Glad hands replacement

    Do replacement glad hands handles have to have the valve on them? My valve leaks.
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    Dipstick Rerouting or hiding access to FMTV fluids- How did you secure this access ?

    Hi Guys! Just curious is anyone re-routed or blocked access their dipsticks on the driver's side to prevent mischief. Thanks!
  13. Reworked LMTV

    What is the best method to clean out hydraulic lines on an FMTV?

    Hi Guys! I need to clean out the cab lift hydraulic lines and check valves on my m1088. I assume the check valves are in the manifold? What is the best method to do this? Do you flush with anything in particular? Push air through the lines? Add a little alcohol? Are the little filters in the...
  14. Reworked LMTV

    Anyone swap out their steering wheel?

    I think the steering wheel would be a nice place to upgrade the interior. Anyone do this yet?
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    Flashing Header - Dead on side of road

    Can we get a Emergency / dead on the side of the road perm. section for the major sections of this site? Maybe call it BEACON or something. Would be great if the header would flash like a beacon when someone is stranded. Then our attention as members can be quickly drawn to the people that...
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    Air tank size- would a FMTV benefit from a much larger tank?

    I was thinking about how quickly the air tanks run out of air with repeated braking. While I have never driven in ice or snow in my truck, might a larger tank allow you to pump the brakes a lot more before no air (assuming no antilock brakes) and thus be safer? Maybe I'm missing something.:)
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    How many lockers to use for a 6WD M1088?

    Should I use 1 locker or 2 lockers at the rear of an m1088? If only 1, which set of wheels would you put it on?
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    What is the name of panel of rotary switches that direct air to the cab, suspension?

    I'm having issues with the panel of rotary switches that direct air to the cab, suspension mounted on the passenger side of the truck. I need to search for info. Anyone know the official name of this thing?
  19. Reworked LMTV

    If you need ever your 3116, 3126 or C7 rebuilt

    Hopefully you will never need a rebuild, but if you do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUVjJibTLLQ I'd have the shop measure the bore with a stress plate.
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    Great new video about the CAT 3116 history, problem areas, etc

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zAmgiI7Kog
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