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  1. Third From Texas

    NATO Plug Questions

    1) Is the single pin plug on the LMTV 24v only? 2) If I wanted to add/mount separate 24v and 12v plugs (to run my own sets of custom jumper cables, 12v to my crane, etc) what gauge should I make my leads coming off the batteries to the plug mount location if I add new ones (is 1 awg needed to...
  2. Third From Texas

    Ignition On All Night: CLICK

    [RESOLVED] Ignition On All Night: CLICK EDIT: OK, after further and complete charging it was just low voltage So the other night I was running a wire thru the cab and testing a few things. It was getting dark and I was on the co-driver side. I buttoned everything up for the night and went...
  3. Third From Texas

    PASSED/SIGNED: Texas MV Bill Moving thru Senate

    OK, back in 2014 the TxDMV passed arule banning anything the deemed a “dune buggy” invalid for title, registration, and on-road use. This effected sand rails,fiberglass tub cars (ie Manx), as well as many kit cars. Last year letters were sent out to owners mandating the return of the titles...
  4. Third From Texas

    Fun with Tires

    So I have a flat spot on one of my tires. A mild "clomp" but noticeable. All tires are no-wear except the two front (all were NOS and installed about 5K ago). I have three spares (one onboard) so about three weeks back I rolled one out of the garage and swapped it with driver rear. No change...
  5. Third From Texas

    LMTV/MTV Tool Kit (on vehicle) Suggestions

    So I want to start putting together a toolkit for my truck. Curious what others are carrying. I feel like I'm missing something... So far I have: Glad Hand Air Hose 20 ton Air Hydraulic Bottle Jack Two 4' Breaker Bars 1 !/2" Truck Lug Wrench Torque Multiplier Lug Nut Wrench Set SAE Wrench...
  6. Third From Texas

    LMTV CTIS $10 upgrade to ~75psi for Highway

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUf4TTAKF-k *credit to Tom Bauer eBay search: Pressure Transducer Sender Sensor 0-4.5V Stainless Steel for Oil Fuel Air Water Amazon search: AUTEX Pressure Transducer/Sender/Sensor 150/200 Psi Stainless Steel Compatible With Oil, Fuel, Air, Water (150 Psi) *Be...
  7. Third From Texas

    Remote Start System for AO's

    I've made these for our cars over the years (basically for chase crew, pit crew, or shop mechanics). In some cars I hard-mounted the switch system at the engine. In others I set it up as a tethered device that plugs in for use. So I've been pondering what it will take to make one for the...
  8. Third From Texas

    Is Grigsby Trucks Someone Here?

    Seems they are reprogramming CTIS...
  9. Third From Texas

    PSI at the Glad Hands?

    Not seeing it in the TM. I seem to recall someone telling me that the M1078 A0 air pump holds the tanks at 290 psi. I want to get a hose to keep in the toolbox for various situations and I need to make sure it is suitable. I've found hoses ranging from 100-300 psi. Thanks
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