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I 2nd the dirty coolant theory. Mine was crisp green and clean until I checked it after some off roading.
It turned black with sediment. I flushed every portion of the cooling system replaced upper and lower rad hoses.
Refilled with Peak antifreeze and it still came up dirty. Better but dirty...
So many differing opinions.
ATF vs MO.
I'd love to replace the oil with a modern high quality ATF.
vs
If it works don't fix it.
https://www.allisontransmission.com/parts-service/approved-fluids/off-highway-fluids
9k showing on the odo and it still works fine.
15w40 MO looks clean.
Any thoughts on what brand of 15w40 would be a good choice when I do the fluid and filter(s) changes on the trans.
15w40 specs/additive packages have changed a lot over the past 20 years or so.
Very hesitant to swap to ATF...
That's what I figured. But.
Both switches test good for continuity when there is adequate air pressure and the pedal is pushed.
Brake lights are activated when I short the leads. But.
No brake lights when I push on the pedal and all is back together.
Out of time for today.
I'll probably...
Tested both switches and jumped both sides.
Soldier B pressing brake pedal and continuity on both switches, lights come on when jumped on both sides.
After doing the passenger side testing the brake lights worked with the pedal for about 45 seconds. Off and on
maybe 5 times with the last 2...
M35A3 dual circuit brakes.
Directional and hazards work fine. Jump the leads from the air pack light switch and brake lights come on.
Continuity test on the air brake light switch reads fine.
Connectors appear solid and are tight on switch pins.
Common sense (not my strongest trait) says...
I'm from Jersey.
The most stupid of laws always get passed regarding the 2nd Amendment and immigration.
Please be quiet or you'll stir or dear leader, Mr. Murphy.
He loves to out-do the other States.
Quiet please.
Here's where I found mine.
https://www.mfpseals.com/catalog/category/89
PCD-500
Think I paid $72.00
It was identical to the old seal and works.
Still won't turn my wheels when standing still but a real noticeable difference when moving.
Oiling the actuator seems to help. I use air tool oil.