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    M1078 Fire Truck with eco hubs

    Based on my experience and how easily it idled over rocks on a step hill with 30klbs, I think you would be just fine. I don't have a ton of experience doing the kind of trails you are talking about though. This video will give you a pretty good idea of how they perform offroad with Eco Hubs...
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    M1078 Fire Truck with eco hubs

    I would guess you would be fine. I'm a former FF (ass chief) and have a 330hp (C7) at just over 30k lbs. I'm able to idle over 18" rocks, lots of steep climbs around here as well, and they will slow me down to 30mph. Although that is way better than some of our tenders that would be doing 15 up...
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    So the MTVR adventure begins

    A few hours with a cutoff wheel, reciprocating saw and a welder and you can convert a rear turret support from a left to right hand one.
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    Intermittent check engine light at max speed/RPM

    I did see this in another forum talking about the 173-11: " The ECM calculates the engine exhaust gas temperature, by using the readings of the Inlet Manifold Temperature Sensor and the Atmospheric Pressure Sensor (along with a rpm factor). When the calculated engine exhaust gas temperature...
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    Intermittent check engine light at max speed/RPM

    102-7, this is a very common issue when the linkage on the wastegate actuator is sticky. I had this and lubricated it with some white lithium grease I had on hand. Haven't had any issues since. Moving the actuator manually you could really feel the resistance and how much better it was with the...
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    So the MTVR adventure begins

    Got the ladder installed...probably the easiest install anything will be on this thing. Picked up turret arms for $1100 shipped. The rear two are the same side so I'll flip the brackets over as needed. I may be modifying the top of the arms for my needs.
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    From fire truck to MTV

    Have had some exceptionally cold weather today. Made for a good test of the mini-splits heating. It is constantly maintaining 50F in the truck to prevent any water freezing. It maxed at -16F today and the Fujitsu Mini split (9kbtu) had no issues maintaining the 50F. I did get the low temp...
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    So the MTVR adventure begins

    Very true. It would have to be much more robust of a structure, or do some kind of support leg set up. I'd like to avoid that though.
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    So the MTVR adventure begins

    Playing around some more with habitat configurations. 2300 ft^3 with a rear sliding expansion. It doesn't look as cool as the side expanding ones but does have a lot of advantages...1. One sliding portion instead of 2 2. The side walls encroach on the walking area when retracted. 3. often side...
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    New Owner - 2001 MK25

    I forget the modified numbers as the curb weight is calculated with people, weapons. So looks like my mk23 should be about 26800lbs. (1200lb weight difference with the winch) wanna drag race....power to weight ratio :)
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    So the MTVR adventure begins

    I did, it's in the zip file a few posts up. I just copied the screenshots so people without cat et could easily see
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    So the MTVR adventure begins

    ECM configuration
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    So the MTVR adventure begins

    Not sure how helpful it will be - maybe if someone needs to program an ECM after a failure.
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    New Owner - 2001 MK25

    Sorry you weren't able to unload! No idea why it wouldn't roll with air applied to the red front gladhand....that will release the brakes. (Although won't be controlled). Not sure why the fittings for the tank fittings didn't work, look like the very standard 1/4 NPT size I did see a recent...
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    So the MTVR adventure begins

    Was doing a little investigation and found out when my truck had its ECM replaced, it got the new flash file that avoids the issue of loosing configuration settings when the internal battery dies. Also seems like I got the "armored" calibration....whatever that means.
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    From fire truck to MTV

    Shh....I'm already teasing the wife showing her pictures of the LVSRs going to auction.
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    From fire truck to MTV

    A few weeks ago, I got a truck for the next build. Had a good time with the FMTV, figured I'd make another camper conversion, this time at a slower pace. It's a MTVR, mk23. Cat C12, 28klbs unloaded, 30klb payload, 6x6 with differential lockers, independent suspension, 16r20 tires, CTIS, 14ft...
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    From fire truck to MTV

    Took a little weekend trip to a nearby RV park. Only one other person there. Lots of trails and areas to explore. Shoveled off the pond to make the kids a hocky rink - they spent hours out there. Truck did great, I did plug in to 120V as the wife likes the relaxation of not having to worry...
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    Looking for M1078A1 ABS troubleshooting guide

    Almost positive the 6x6 has the 4 actuator version too, unfortunately.
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    What have you done to your MTVR today?

    Nice! First thing I noticed in the snow compared to the MTV is the ATC. MTV doesn't have it so I have to lock differentials. MTVR detected the spin and clamped the brake on that wheel (or axle) and pulled though with no intervention. How available are the front and rear turret legs?
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