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  1. 74M35A2

    Utilizing M925 stock hydraulics

    In theory, yes, but D05 solenoid valves in series is not really rated to handle the 25GPM max flow created. The better way is to use a parallel manifold with a pressure relief and dump valve that is energized off each solenoid. I am also looking to do the same (switch over to solenoid valves)...
  2. 74M35A2

    LDT Engine Temp In 30F Weather

    You should throw stuff out immediately upon proof that it was bad. It prevents it from being stored for 3 years, unlabeled, and then re-installed and wondering why it doesn't behave. Above posts as reference. If anybody wants LDx thermostats installed labor free, I'm apparently in the...
  3. 74M35A2

    Fan engaged today and hit 200 degrees on Cummins 8.3 for first time....why??

    Sounds like your stat is flunky. Have it changed and report back. You should have enjoyable results. Likely won't need to change the "seal" that is within the thermostat cavity, just the thermostat and gasket. It is under the housing that connects to the upper radiator hose on the engine...
  4. 74M35A2

    Fan engaged today and hit 200 degrees on Cummins 8.3 for first time....why??

    Change your thermostat. Low cost and easy to do. I did mine when I thought my old one was behaving correctly, and my slow warm up went away. Warms up much faster now, even in the winter. My fan was coming on at warm idle like yours, and may still do it, as I just changed the stat this...
  5. 74M35A2

    M923A2 Doing 80 MPH!!

    Not siding with him, but we don't know what the situation was. I had a heart attack come on while driving at age 39, so I drove kind of quickly to a hospital when doing so. Also had our toddler stop breathing and start turning blue while driving, same thing, I pushed the pedal through the...
  6. 74M35A2

    M923A2 Doing 80 MPH!!

    That is about terminal velocity.
  7. 74M35A2

    M923A2 Doing 80 MPH!!

    If your truck shakes over 50mph, something is wrong. The guy going 80mph obviously has his fuel and governor turned up. He's exceeding the tire rating and speed limit, but he'll get caught and slow down, or have his insurance cancelled.
  8. 74M35A2

    LDT Engine Temp In 30F Weather

    This is solved. We changed thermostats again with a brand new NAPA unit. Engine now warms up even faster than it did, and holds 180F rock solid with the winter front cover off in 41F air on the freeway. Same ambient temp with winter cover on and we saw 190F in the city streets prior to...
  9. 74M35A2

    M925A2 Delco Style Alternator

    If there is enough energy in the batteries to start the engine, then the alternator should charge them just fine. Even with dead batteries, an alternator should charge them without suicide. That is 50% of its job description after all. The factory unit may not exactly be up for this from the...
  10. 74M35A2

    939A2 with Electronic engine?

    It looks like the radiator and intercooler are 1/2 height each, and stacked on top of each other.
  11. 74M35A2

    939A2 with Electronic engine?

    My A2 is. Has an electric stop solenoid. :tin hat:
  12. 74M35A2

    Was Stuck in M923A2, learned many lessons

    Fun story. Middle of nowhere makes it like a scary movie. I'm surprised you sold a truck with a winch and then bought one without. M35A2 doesn't get stuck as easily, I don't think, so it could have been deceiving to you if you never had to use the winch on your M35A2. If I had an M923, I'd...
  13. 74M35A2

    M923A2 dies when put in gear, especially forward

    Sounds like your torque converter may be locked up or stuck in that position. What is your idle speed in neutral?
  14. 74M35A2

    Biggest generator / alternator put on a NHC 250?

    Should work. Size resistor appropriately regarding wattage. I have no idea how the dual voltage units are constructed or work.
  15. 74M35A2

    Biggest generator / alternator put on a NHC 250?

    As long as the rotor resistance is equal or greater than the rotor resistance of the alternator which the regulator originally came from, it will be ok. Example: If the original rotor resistance is 6 ohms, but the new rotor resistance of which this same regulator is now going into is 3 ohms, it...
  16. 74M35A2

    Biggest generator / alternator put on a NHC 250?

    That alternator has to be crazy heavy, and ridiculously unreliable. A replacement regulator is probably near impossible to find. I heard those dual output deals were as reliable as an Oldsmobile diesel.
  17. 74M35A2

    Roof mounted A/c on a hard top?

    http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?137049-Red-Dot-R-9777-Install-on-M939A2
  18. 74M35A2

    AM General Engine Questions...

    A2 were Cummins 8.3L (not 8.2L). 6CTA8.3 is the proper engine designation, as stated above, which is a turbocharged engine. All previous generations were Cummins NHC 250 which is a 14L engine and non-turbocharged. Difference in fuel economy is approx. 10mpg vs 4mpg respectfully, so the A2...
  19. 74M35A2

    M923 Alternator Magic Smoke got out...

    Sounds like loose belt, loose connections and/or a dropped phase in the alternator as stated above. Proper procedure from here would be the following: A. Insure all connections are clean and tight, do this not by simply looking at them. Loosen, clean, and reassemble firmly, all at battery and...
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