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You never know - it could be true. The green CAT engines aren't mil-spec green.

I just went for a ride in my A3 after reading your last post. I believe I am seeing a slight increase in RPM when I'm in reverse, but it doesn't appear to be slipping. I don't really remember what the RPM was before the change in fluid, but it solidly went into reverse with a clunk before...

I would love to see a spreadsheet like that on all Deuces, not just A3s. I think some people would be nervous about having their vehicle information posted in a public place, however.

Don't let rude posts scare you off. Welcome to Steel Soldiers, and good luck with your Deuce brakes. I live about a half mile from the NC line in North Georgia and I was going to offer to come and help you, but then I found out that you are about 535 miles away from me! NC is a big state...

According to Allison, the transmission was designed to use Dexron III. The Army switched to motor oil to eliminate one extra fluid. Subsequently, TranSynd was developed by Castrol and Allison recommends that fluid over Dexron III. However, according to Allison, TranSynd will not perform any...

I would check the pressure as the Allison tech recommended. I still find it hard to believe that the transmission failed at the same instant that you changed the fluid out, or that the timing of the shift tower and transmission detents got out of sync at the same time. Also, if the 4th gear...

Any update on the transmission problem? I'm hoping it's something simple.

:ditto:!!!!

Anytime you deal with a government agency it's "fun". It doesn't matter which government - different chapter but same book.

Nice looking truck!

All M35A3s didn't have the lock-up 1545 transmission. Some have the 545 which is similar but doesn't lock up. I have one as well, so the total is 14.

I got lucky and only paid $25.00 for my NOS 25 foot slave cable, because the spot welds on the spring cover had come apart. I still need to fix it, but it works the way it is.

I believe you got your A3 at the same sale I did and many of the A3s at Sparta during that sale had low mileage like mine. I find it too much of a coincidence that the clutches went out on your Allison at the very instant you changed out your fluid. I'm wondering if there is not an air pocket...

If you think that cable is heavy, you should try the 50 foot slave cable!

Nice looking truck! I'm glad you made it home safe and with no further issues. Enjoy your truck.

I would think you could find a used one a lot cheaper than having one made for you. If you do have one made, you might want to try to borrow an A2 from someone for the shop to copy the bed from. This will have to be very expensive.

If a Deuce was purchased in the U.S. and a EUC (End Use Certificate) was required, there are significant restrictions. 1. The vehicle cannot be transferred to a non-U.S. citizen, even if they have permanent residency in the U.S. 2. The vehicle can only be legally exported out of the U.S. if...

What truck are you talking about?

You need to pull the trans top off. It's easy to do and doesn't take much time.

Sorry about your A2 and good luck with the 2nd engine My A2 definitely will gain several hundred RPM as it warms up, but not to a critical point. However, I saw a Deuce multi let go when I was in the Army. We were standing near the truck when the engine, which had been idling suddenly gained...