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Welcome, Georgia members rock! 5Tons are nice but heavy and the new ones complicated. 2.5 Tons are nice especially if somebody has taken care of the basics. Read and evaluate your skills and time against the requirements. Always remember what you buy for is not the total cost of...
That M1009 might have saved a soldiers life, was a key component in a battle, brought medical supplies as necessary to the front lines. The history of the M1009 as a military vehicle and the importance that these Steel Soldiers played in supporting our men and women in the military can not be...
Drain a bit out from the drain plug as it is high anyway and check what it looks like from the bottom end. If it does not have bad burned smell and or the white mix from water then you should be good to go for a short duration motor run.
Help Grandpa find another donor vehicle at the junk...
The glow plugs are partially working or you would not be able to start at 50. Not sure of your situation but I would negotiate with grandpa to work at the farm in trade for the vehicle. I am impressed by your accomplishments, great job. Did you check oil quality and level?
Wow interesting thread, lets see what I can learn and maybe fill in on some questions as the team is not always on line :)
p.s: I wish my 15 year old had some interest in learning about troubleshooting and solving a problem on these old trucks. It is a dying skill to be able to work on...
PS thank you everyone that took time from thier day to share a story or thought. Your stories are priceless and have provided 2 things
1. Great commentary on the importance of our hobby to enlighten others
2. Deepened my pride and respect in our passions and the men and women who serve
Thank...
Dont apologize it is a good question. I have been knee deep in this stuff for the last 72 hours and once I get a minute to breath I will post updates and more information to clarify the situation.
I think the factory boys might be embarrased in their work compared to the quality of work that TWM has been doing. He would then be hired as the QC manager of the production facility and not be able to work on his own equipment :)
I would try the SEM product line. These products are made for vinyl, plastic and related material. I use this on the dashpads, door panels etc. Great product.
http://www.semproducts.com/product-catalog/flexible-coatings/color-coat/
Great write up and glad you attacked the problem systematically. Now you are on your way to tackle the next problem. It is very helpful to have your details not only to help but for others down the road that may have the same problem
The honest answer is no, you are throwing parts at a problem without understanding the problem. We can not troubleshoot a problem over the internet. You need to take some initiative and go through the troubleshooting steps outlined in the TM and many sticky posts on the site to really get an...
Paul I have been reading the work you have been doing and the Wisc fight in detail, I would like to talk with you and will PM my information. Thank you for the detailed response on the subject. !!!
Most Awesome Work that you and others have done!!! Hats Off
Dell thank you for sharing your grief and thoughts, we are thinking about your Nephew and our prayers are with him, the family and all who knew him. PB's offer of the Proud American at the funeral almost brought me to tears. Steel Soldiers members represent some of the best of all human...
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