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Is there a cheaper way to install air brakes on your tow vehicle? I'm thinking an electric/air system on your truck and then run the air hoses to M720 axles. Need air compressor and the electric actuation system. I have no experience with air brakes, but thinking 1 system should be less...
Some pump info here: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/mep-8xx-series-fuel-pump.151124/page-2#post-2245958
This should get you close to your price point....but will need a few fittings and connectors: https://www.rockauto.com/en/partsearch/?mfr=AIRTEX&parttype=6256&partnum=E8135
Before you get too far along check out my experience with a similar trailer (generator version of the LTT) in posts 18, 23, 48.
https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/m105-and-slide-in-truck-camper.116315/
As Coug points out trailer weight balance can cause problems.....my tongue weight was too...
There is one out there for $700+. I think I would look at converting a 20 liter Jerry can or some other suitable tank that will fit into the space. GMG reports out of stock: https://greenmountaingenerators.com/product/mep002a-fuel-tank-new/
Diesel has a pretty unique smell. Compare to what's in your fuel tank. Motor oil is a heavier oil as LITD points out and will have more lubricity. I ask because I had a fuel leak on an 802 that put diesel on the flat surface of the engine shown in photo #2: the fuel line clips were sprung...
My notes on alternators for the MEP-802A and MEP-803A generators:
Alternator: PRESTOLITE LEECE NEVILLE 8MR3005C CAR 8RG3063 GENERATOR ALTERNATOR TRUCK 24V , NSN 6115-01-368-2911. Actual part number is 8MR3005CA, NSN 6115-01-459-1661. The 8MR3005C will need the head rotated per Green Mountain.
Fuel drain leak is covered by Daybreak in his parts list: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/the-infamous-well-nut-info.154411/#post-1875261
A lot of guys prefer the bulk head fitting replacement: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/ultimate-well-nut-repair.171091/
I think it's 1/4 inch pipe. Check this link: https://greenmountaingenerators.com/product/mep002a-mep003a-bung-adapter-for-aux-fuel-kit-nsn-5342000661235-72-5092/
Find a 1/4" pipe plug and test it. The greenmountain link indicates 3/8 tubing for bottom section
Some threads to review:
https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/mep-803a-pegs-fuel-gage-all-the-way-down-past-empty.171729/#post-2057528
https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/mep-8xx-series-fuel-pump.151124/page-3#post-2292748
I use jerry cans for my 802 when camping. It's an option worth considering.......
https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/jerry-can-fuel-pickup-adapter-and-hose-for-wavian-nato-cans.181889/#post-2229291