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    memphis tranny won't move

    RE: memphis tranny won Good for you Ernie...those units need to be used and abused as we have all found out thru the years.. Hi to your Dad...RAM
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    4 place ambulance boady in M105????

    Dimensions of your bed are on the data tags on your trailer. Secondly Saturn Surplus had some of the HUMMV bodies for sale and could provide you with the dimensions from there. I used to have one in a deuce body and with the canvas up, it was a stealth camper at the VT rallies...
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    Front End Wobble?

    You put a couple of the inner rears on the front and check your toe in and remove some shims from your kingpins and set the drag on your steering box and a few other things and your problem will be mitigated.
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    Battery concensus, what battery is the best??

    Any of the commercial group 31 top post batteries will work well.. The fast cranking is the best way to start any Diesel..and they come with a long warranty. Put your solargisers on and feel safe for a long time.
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    stalling now no start

    Excellent writeup from Somemedic. There is the possibility of oring leaking in the pressure switch on top of the filter housing, too. This is part of the STEICE pickup.
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    The Skinny on 24087

    RE: Re: The Skinny on 24087 reember if you add kits and stuff that you should not repaint them to match the original truck color as then you will not be original.. When we got stuff in the sixties in the Army we just bolted it on and the color shade was not a issue... beware of original...
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    Multifuel Engines

    remember that most of the MF which are sold these days have the fuel density compensator disabled and are set for Diesel #2 only...other fuels even the the original state are for limited use only...so gasoline and Vitalis should only be used in emergency situations... Some folks use veggie oil...
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    Primary Fuel Filter Assemblies MF Deuce for Sale

    I have 6 brand new original complete primary fuel filter assemblies (frame mounted under alternator) for sale. The price is $35 ea plus postage from 05822. No exports. PM me at rampartsllc@aol.com Thanks Can take paypal or money orders and ship USPS UPS or FEDEX No exports from the 50...
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    M887 manuals?

    Bill at Plattsburgh Diesel has about 6 of those units..if you need any parts.
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    Question about picking up a deuce...

    RE: truck I always hire my new acquisitions delivered... saves time and money in the long run and also cuts down on liability...I am bidding a 5 ton Cummins dump today and two 5 tons next week and already have the detachables on retainer for transport when the EUCs are approved...Most bases do...
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    m51a2 Brakes will not release after driving a distance

    Deuces do not have the special set up allowing remote application of brakes, so the info just relates to 5 ton and larger...don't know about the A3, too new for my brain bank. For the slow release on the deuce, I would expect collapsed rubber hoses, or a lazy airpak... be sure to put the OHT in...
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    XM757 climbing out of its nest

    Think of me when you blow the horn!! Congrats on the first test drive.
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    m51a2 Brakes will not release after driving a distance

    That special glad hand cover for the right front comes in two versions...one has a differential type vent on it and the later one has a little hole in the center... both performing the same function... letting out air which creeps by the check valve for remote application of brakes when towing...
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    HUMVEE turret gunner's shield for sale on ebay

    RE: Re: HUMVEE turret gunner Welcome Ted, good to see you here...I answered you re the Ordnance Delivery Device Shield on the other list...too all the rest of this list... Ted Hils is a class A addition to this forum.
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    M812 5 ton steering knuckle boot question..

    RE: worthwhile respones? Cuz your manuals are not with you...if you read up on the repair first you will not have to post, but I understand your angst. The trucks are fun and should not cause you hypertension, nor should you take umbrage at those who try to advise you. The public forum is for...
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    M812 5 ton steering knuckle boot question..

    The detailed pix in your manuals will answer your question...
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    M35 Siderails

    Gee, and I thought the one that Bob Kettler RIP built from all NOS parts was the best in this great land, but of course it is all in the eyes of the beholder.. I bet yours is fine.. I have sides here in VT..not for shipping..
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    End of Surplus sales? Received the attached today.

    please consolidate all posts re this matter into one stream..administrator?
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    my reos

    Intank pump running?
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    PMs

    Would those be Florida Oranges?
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