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  1. Ue413

    Snow run this Saturday 1/9/2016

    Great photos....thanks for sharing. Not haven driven a 5 ton on ice, how do they handle?
  2. Ue413

    CTIS connection question

    My M931a2 has a ctis unit that shows no lights when plugged in, however, as I plug and unplug connector, the lights activate. It's almost like it will stay connected at the half way point, but will not. I plugged this controller in myM23a2, and same thing. My controler from my M923a2 works...
  3. Ue413

    M1078 brakes

    I had some brake issues with mine, and in the process of fixing, test drove and then "stood" on the brakes of a non abs truck and it just stops (nothing locks). I assume my truck is no different than anyone else's.
  4. Ue413

    diesel fuel additive

    To add to the cheaper diesel comment....you can buy dyed diesel, which is sold for off-road use only (farmers are the typical users). In Missouri, last time I bought it ( when diesel was $3 / gallon), I believe it was about $.25 cheaper. It is cheaper due to not having all taxes applied to it...
  5. Ue413

    Thank you and Happy New Year!

    Same here....a lot of great people who willingly share their knowledge and experiences. That is not the norm in our culture these days. Happy new year!
  6. Ue413

    Made it home in M934, Ft Riley to Keller, TX!

    What a trip, and very glad to know you made it home! Happy new year.
  7. Ue413

    Steel Soldiers MV of the YEAR 2015 - VOTE HERE

    Seems like an M920 pulling a locomotive has an unfair advantage! Good luck and happy new year!
  8. Ue413

    M923 with drained fluids

    Well....the differentials were not drained, but everything else dry. The transmission filter removed, drain plug out of radiator missing, engine oil filter in place but crankcase drained, and fuel filter and housing gone. Batteries also removed. got everthing replaced and she runs good with...
  9. Ue413

    Picking up a M934 in Kansas and going to Texas

    Good luck! The whole experience is an adventure and it will be a great memory. Take some ear plugs!
  10. Ue413

    M923 with drained fluids

    Was working on a Recent M923 acquisition, and crank case, power steering, coolant reservoir and fuel tank were all drained. the tranny registered (barely) on dip-stick. two questions, 1. Why was this typically done? Truck was redone in 2007....but it appears it was subsequently drained...
  11. Ue413

    hmmwv from camp Ripley MN to peoria IL

    Not saying it is your best choice, but you could use veritread or uship to list your shipment......
  12. Ue413

    I finally got my first 5ton!! Santa Brought it!

    Welcome from another resident of the show-me state and Congratulations, nice truck!
  13. Ue413

    Finally scored a top

    Your truck looks great! Appears flaps are all in correct orientation to me.
  14. Ue413

    Locking fuel cap

    Good point. Would you have a source for low cost replacements for stolen caps?
  15. Ue413

    Locking fuel cap

    Has anyone tried a locking fuel cap like shown in the following link? Had one disappear on me and want something a bit more challenging to take. http://www.gpartsinc.com/p-1356-4-aluminum-fuel-cap-female-thread-locking-vented-sloan.aspx
  16. Ue413

    Light Green Camo Paint Needed FS 34151

    I have seen the posts on the behr (and how happy folks have been happy with it), but it is nice to have good options. The stuff on @-bay looks faded in his paint photo.
  17. Ue413

    Light Green Camo Paint Needed FS 34151

    Any experience with the paint from that seller?
  18. Ue413

    LMTV Adventure

    I've removed and retorqued lug nuts on LMTV multiple times......cheater bar required! Kenet3261......does that tool retorque as well? I assume it is geared?
  19. Ue413

    M923 from Ft Riley to Springfield, MO

    Thanks for the PM's with contacts, I truly appreciate it. It is nice to get this help from the community in an area that has been extremely disappointing.
  20. Ue413

    M923 from Ft Riley to Springfield, MO

    Whoops.....the phone number would be great if you could pass along!
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