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I completely forgot about this - I had this problem after changing the O rings on my previous engine and, thanks to advice received here, loosening the two screws (that were not even THAT tight) fixed it! Good call.

That is interesting. One of the reasons diesels shed their piston rings is because Dude A, with no Dude B available, sprays ether into the intake as if the cans were on sale, walks over to the driver side and cranks the engine over afterwards. Then one or two cylinders suck in all the goodies...

Slooowwww speed and keep your thumbs on the outside of the steering wheel. I also think it works with the stock 9:00-20 tires but I would not want this setup with 11:00-20 or larger.

As you found out, the horn solenoid gets a permanently hot +24V supply and the circuit is completed by closing the ground via the horn button. If the ground wire is disconnected on the solenoid and the horn starts blaring as soon as you put the 24V lead on, the solenoid is grounding itself to...

Searching is your friend: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?134421-Who-makes-the-best-hub-boot/page7

In 1979 I was in school and was not old enough...to do anything, really. I did like big trucks, though and wrenched on cars with my dad!

Here is a whole video on it. I knew I had seen it....took me a while to find https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXvS5tNj5L8

https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?17472-15-50-and-14-50-xl-tires-on-stock-deuce-rims

My personal opinion is that a winch installed between the frame rails, driven hydraulically, with a cable that can be run out the front or the back, as needed, is the most versatile setup. It does not even need a level wind. The cable just has to pass between two tighter fitting pulleys that...

I second that. I think you did very well for 2k for both trucks! They are worth that in scrap weight. The 5ton has a fiberglass top and a winch, both desirable items. There is something about the 5ton stance as well. It simply looks good, like a Deuce that has worked out and built some muscle.

It always amazes me to see examples of the many subtile ways critical components of our trucks quit their service, ruining the owner's day!

Do you have a radiator shop in your area that does truck or aircraft rads? If so, it may be well worth having the rad boiled out to reveal any damaged areas and then fix it. They can put in a new core, for instance. These radiators are immensely repairable, compared to contemporary products. A...

Maybe I'm just overthinking things. Sent from my SM-G950W using Tapatalk

I feel for you! I had to put mine through an emission test where they floored it from idle to governor four times in a row. I thought I'd strangle the dude. Was useless anyway. Turns out, it indeed had emissions. Blew a solid 70 on the 100 point scale. Needs to be below 55 to pass. Another...

This is an easy fix. You need three new parts: Window channel front Window channel rear Wiping lip across the top Before ordering, check the window regulators. If you need clips or new regulator, now is the time to order! The OEM ones are metal with a cloth lining. The new ones are plastic...

I would really like to take my Deuce to an event in the US but I am very, very reluctant to take it out of my jurisdiction. It is not only crossing the border, it is also silly things such as IFTA yes/no and commercial vs. personal registration that may work ok in my area but can raise a very...

Thread on gear reduction starters on the Deuce: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?78375-Replacing-my-starter-with-a-gear-reduction-style/page2 Sent from my SM-G950W using Tapatalk

Is the M275 more closely related to the M342 dump truck? Similar frame length? Did they box the frame for the tractor?

I had a slight leak, took it to the rad shop, they boiled and rodded it out. That's how they discovered more holes/thin areas. Ended up re-coring the rad and fixing the tank area. Money well spent, radiator is as good as new. I'd hate to spend an afternoon brushing and soldering and then have it...

I think you have the right attitude. Respect allows one to learn, fear...not so much. Sent from my SM-G950W using Tapatalk