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    Flushing differential before refilling?

    What is the best stuff to flush a differential with that has not had its oil changed in over 10 years? Also, can I do this procedure without popping the cover, or is that not a good idea. Any coments are welcome, and I did try to search for stuff, but came up empty. Doesn't mean there is...
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    Multi Fuel engine on propane?

    I figure the answer is no, but I have to ask. Is it possible to get a Multi Fuel or diesel engine set up so that it will run on propane or natural gas? Bruce
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    M54A2 Battery replacement

    My 6TL's need replacing. Can anyone reccomend a really good commercial battery that will fit and wont cost an arm and a leg. Thanks for any tips! Bruce
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    Helicopter parts

    See my post in the 5 ton forum re M54A2 shear pins. A surplus dealer in germany has come into some helicopter parts and you can probably get a good deal. Bruce
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    M54A2 Front Winch shear pins

    NSN 5315-00-209-7979 I believe that I have verified that the shear pins available from a surplus vendor in Germany are the genuine article. He sent me a bunch before he took payment, and they seem to match the specification in terms of measurements. They are well made with no flaws at all. He...
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    M1008 in bed of M54A2?

    Has anyone transported an M1008 in the bed of a M54A2 5 ton? I believe it will fit and only stick out 4 feet. Bruce
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    Dome Light 10917856-2

    I just bought a nice old dome light off of ebay. I am posting the ebay reference, since I don't have photos yet. When I get them I will update this thread. Does anyone recognize this item? Any idea of which truck this was used in. Could someone please see if the part number shows up in your M35...
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    M211 MC vent size

    Any one know the diameter and threads of the vent fitting that screws into the top of the Master Cylinder Cap. My truck is in the next town over and I want to make up a power bleed system for the brakes. Thanks, Bruce
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    Photo test

    Testing resolution
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    downloading messeges

    Well I thought I would be a good guy and download all my messages and clear my stored messeges. I thought I did everything right, but all I ended up with is the messeges I sent to other people and none of the messeges I received. Can this be fixed? Thanks,Bruce
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    M720 dolly set Axle Nut

    Does anyone know the size of the axle nut and if it is 6 or 8 sided? Thanks, Bruce
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    Light Saber..Sortof

    I have the following item: Hughes Aircraft, Ground Support Group, Part # 716914-1 It is a hand held light on the end of a 110v 400hz power cord. It is about 2 to 3 feet long with a heavy rubber handle. the light is a cylinder about 2 inches in diameter and inside there is a skinny florescent...
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    WND-7-28 PTO rebuild

    I have rebuild kit NSN 2520-00-692-6187, but when I checked in the 34-2-3 TM on page 844 [17-828] it shows 6 oil seals and the kit only has 5. It has the input and output shaft seals and 3 other smaller seals the same size. Any idea of what I am missing? I really don't want to tear into this...
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    TM for rebuildof M54 dual output trans PTO?

    I need to rebuild my PTO before installing it on the transmission of my M54A2. Does anyone know the manual used to do a depot rebuild? I have the parts package for the rebuild, but am clueless on how to rebuild it. Thanks, Bruce
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    Frame Extension M54A2 which TM

    I have been using the search function, but alas, have not found any reference to which TM covers adding the frame extension and the winch. Any pointers gratefully received, Bruce
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    Multi shelter system with inflated roof

    Does anyone have any information about this electronic com base that I believe was used as a air support hub. I believe it consisted of about 10 or more shelters arranged in two rows. The rows consisted of shelters end to end. One wall of the shelter consisted of two floor panels which folded...
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    GP Controller Parts layout/list

    Does anyone have a parts layout schematic or parts list for the glow plug controller pc card? I blew a diode on mine and want to replace it. Thanks, Bruce
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    Glowplug emergency

    I somehow stupidly fried all my glowplugs and a diode on my controller. I had a spare controller but I have to deal with the glow plugs. The local auto store pulls up a AC DELCO part 60G. I am dead in the water so I cant wait for an order of Wellman 070's. Will these work on the M1008 without...
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    Parts Store SF Bay Area

    I need to buy some pitman arm/tierod rubber boots and I was wondering if someone in the bay area coul recomend a store that had good reliable products. Also a place that had people who could actually look up parts, yea, I know that's a stretch. Thanks, Bruce
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    Reverse shift slop?

    When I shift into reverse, it seems like there is a lot of slop in the drive train, similar to a failing U joint problem I had in an old F250. I went under and grabbed the drive shaft, but there isn't any play in it. Any ideas? It has been doing this for as long as I can remember and doesn't...
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