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  1. porkysplace

    mep-003a frequency fluctuation and fuel leak.

    If fuel is leaking out , air is also getting into the system , so yes it could cause the rpms to fluctuate , but more likely will cause a hard start. I like using push-lock fittings with rubber hose rated for fuel , the original cost may be slightly higher than a cheap hose but the fittings are...
  2. porkysplace

    M1045A2 year 2000 what engine?

    Didn't you like these replies ? New thread 15 minutes after staring this one. M1045A2 year 2000 what engine? Started by Bravojmc, Today 12:02
  3. porkysplace

    MV of the Month Nominations Dec 2017

    From the post above yours it sounds like if you give big block 88 a forklift he can make room for 10 more . :doh:
  4. porkysplace

    Glow plug light stays on, engine won't start

    Test Your EESS box. Have you downloaded the free TM's ? They have troubleshooting sections in them. TM's for the M998 seriesA good source on how to use the TM's; How to use/read Technical Manuals
  5. porkysplace

    LMTV strobe Light connector

    That thread shows up in the 6th hit searching google "LMTV convoy light connector". That's why I suggested changing your search terms to the military's name for the light...
  6. porkysplace

    M1078 Won’t Start

    TM 9-2320-365-20-3 section 7 cover's the PDP Post #5 of this thread has a link to that section https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?124517-M1078-No-Start-Not-even-trying The rest of the TM's can be download free here; Listed below are a number of the TM's for the M1078 trucks. To...
  7. porkysplace

    Civilian parts list?

    You might want to check over at M715zone . http://www.m715zone.com/vb/index.php
  8. porkysplace

    Military Vehicle I.D.

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_U.S._military_vehicles_by_model_number
  9. porkysplace

    Low air alarm just started working?

    No shop air to charge the system with ?
  10. porkysplace

    LMTV strobe Light connector

    Try searching using "convoy light" instead of "strobe light".
  11. porkysplace

    Low air alarm just started working?

    It gives you time to do your daily pre-trip inspection.
  12. porkysplace

    FYI: Wheels and tires

    A lot of tire shops like using torque limiters on air guns , but you can't beat a quality torque wrench .
  13. porkysplace

    How long the starter will hold?

    That would involve actually opening and reading a TM , which rarely happens until they trash something.
  14. porkysplace

    Anyone Know what Serial Number AMGeneral Assigned to the First Production M998?

    He updated the rules on that thread and you need more than one post now.
  15. porkysplace

    Pivoting winch head ideas?

    No I haven't used this particular electric winch , but have busted every electric Warn or Ramsey winch we have had. They may have come a ways in the last 10 years or so I don't know . I've been less than impressed with the hydraulic winches then also . The D6 cat I used to run we would snap 1...
  16. porkysplace

    Data plate contract number

    That could be a problem . There is a frame number that in the VIN . I sent you PM with a link to a good article on the M35's.
  17. porkysplace

    Looking for list of recommended tools

    You don't have to tell me , we have all kinds of fun with 11 axle gravel trains here.
  18. porkysplace

    Looking for list of recommended tools

    And if it's a outside dual that's flat with the 4"x6" block to drive up on you don't need to bother with a jack. Of course Murphy's Law usually kicks in and the flat is on the inside.
  19. porkysplace

    Columbus OH slave start Dec 13 2017

    Why not just take a pair of good batteries with him ?
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