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    Tire options and where to buy

    I definitely agree with you guys, but where are you finding these indoor stored newish tires??
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    Tire options and where to buy

    All the ones I see on Gov Planet are usually more than 10 years old which is generally older than I would put into service. How old are the tires you guys are putting into service/how old is too old? Also I was wondering, do you guys think using run flat inserts would reduce the likelihood of...
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    Cab Lift Hydraulic Problem - New LMTV - Advice Needed

    Ok, so I traced the issue down to a blown gasket in the power unit blowing hydraulic fluid to leak out when the cab dropped down. I was getting ready to replace it and finally figured out the secret to getting the cab down was to move the switch from the lift to the lower setting EXTREMELY...
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    M1081 - Advice on finding good new/used tires?

    @GeneralDisorder thanks for the cautionary tale it was very much appreciated! Thanks all for the advice, this is a new project for me and I'm definitely still getting the lay of the land.
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    M1081 - Advice on finding good new/used tires?

    Hello all, I am currently looking for a new set of tires for my M1081 and would love some advice on: Where to find decent deals on good new/used tires. Advice on how old is too old when it comes to used or new old stock. Anything else I should be asking? Thanks all!
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    Cab Lift Hydraulic Problem - New LMTV - Advice Needed

    Thanks for all the advice, I will try that this afternoon and let you know how it goes!
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    Cab Lift Hydraulic Problem - New LMTV - Advice Needed

    I thought it would come down with gravity as well. The leaking is from the hydraulic latch behind the cab (I've ordered new o-rings for this). I added the fluid to the reservoir behind the latch. Your advice is truly appreciate!
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    Cab Lift Hydraulic Problem - New LMTV - Advice Needed

    Long time lurker, first time poster. I recently acquired a 1994 Stewart and Stevenson M1081. I just went to lift the cab using the hand pump to inspect the engine, the cab lifted about 3/4 of the way (while leaking a modest amount of hydraulic fluid). Once it was about 3/4 of the way up it...
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