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  1. Retiredwarhorses

    Best source for MEP-804A/B parts

    Other than the normal routes like google and eBay. Who has a supply of parts for this series Gen…I’m ISO of an AC Circuit interrupter toggle switch, appears to be a common switch across various MEP’s. switch is an 8906K4519
  2. Retiredwarhorses

    M1165 rear wall window

    I’ve had quite a few inquiries about a window on the M1165A1 rear wall, while I have these units at the shop, I can’t and don’t want to ship them, this is more of an offering for customers in the shop, the issue is I wouldn’t venture to ship this as it’s glass…I don’t have the ability to pack it...
  3. Retiredwarhorses

    Algae in the fuel tank

    This is what out of control Algae looks like, this is essentially tar, it’s in the tank, fuel lines, tank sock, pickup tubes, lift pump, filter, filter housing, fuel line, injection pump…solution was, everything listed was replaced. The pump in this truck was essentially a brand new 6277...
  4. Retiredwarhorses

    EUC process per DLA

    Here is what I was emailed about the actual DLA process from DLA for those that may want to know. Pay attention to item no.2, this directly impacts USMC items...I personally don’t know nor did the gentleman elaborate on what the “process improvement modification“ does...could only add additional...
  5. Retiredwarhorses

    Voltage gauge pulsing after startups

    I see this question constantly on the interweb and social media, this isn't a debate about deleting the box or anything else, it’s purely informationa. The pulsing of your gauge is “after glow” on the glow plugs, it’s a function that keeps the glow plug tip warm for approximately 2mins after...
  6. Retiredwarhorses

    Turbo motor A/C install

    In the case of this truck that was a turbo conversion, I use the OEM pancake compressor that goes on the OEM compressor bracket, I throw away the red dot condensor and use an M1151/2 under fender mounted condensor. So the evaporator is red dot.
  7. Retiredwarhorses

    Non-op compressor

    Anyone done any TS on non-op compressor? I get voltage at the fuse block, nothing at compressor connector
  8. Retiredwarhorses

    GP off road titles

    Who is GP using now "state" for the off-road titles? I know Florida is out, and it was Montana....
  9. Retiredwarhorses

    Help me, help you...poll on After market AC unit

    Folks i am trying to work with a few companies on mfg of an after market AC Unit to fit into where your exsisting heater core and blower resides. The issue that keeps arising is the vendors asking, just how many are we talking about? just what sort of interest is there? there are companies that...
  10. Retiredwarhorses

    No shortage of rolling stock

    I decided to google maps Yermo California....go ahead and take a look at that! impressive. One lot appears to have hundreds of shrink wrapped HMMWV's ? another lot appears to have a whole bunch of M triple 9's "howitzers"...
  11. Retiredwarhorses

    Kinda bummed... Sold M932A2

    Sold the M932A2 today...just cleaning house. Now, I thought my truck was bada**, this setup looks awesome going down the road. the new owner flat towed it home 5hrs away.
  12. Retiredwarhorses

    AM General gets large contract

    Makes me wonder if we are paying for this and not the Afghan Govt. http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/am-general-awarded-356-million-contract-to-build-1673-hmmwvs-300306883.html
  13. Retiredwarhorses

    Pulse Tech Distribution Box

    While at the tower park MVCC meet last week, I talked with a vendor and we had gotten on subject of the Pulse tech units...He told me that GL has recalled all the units won by bidders at the request of the manufacturer due to fire issues. Not sure if any other vendors or members can verify...
  14. Retiredwarhorses

    WS wiper park issues

    Anyone have issues with the windsheild wipers not resetting to the rest position when turned off? My positions seem to work, intermittent, slow, fast, but when turned to off, rests in almost the upright position.
  15. Retiredwarhorses

    All dressed up and ready for the show

    Full body paint and Camo job...all CARC. Turned out nice... tower park is next week here in the west.
  16. Retiredwarhorses

    Install of,Haldex dryer

    Got it done...hardest part was getting the mag drill out and drilling 3 holes. Also, toss the two 1.50in bolts...they need to be 1in or 1 1/4, probably made for the universal mount. I used the template. At first on air up everything whet fine, but when I pressed on the brake pedal I had nothing...
  17. Retiredwarhorses

    Reset program

    While this is somewhat dated....it has some very good insight and info on the reset program for all services. As well as production numbers for contracts....they throw millions around like its confetti. http://www.defenseindustrydaily.com/the-usas-2009-hummer-orders-05278/
  18. Retiredwarhorses

    body rebuild

    This body was a wreck....but after about 1000 rivets, 6 tubes of body panal adhesive and a ton of labor...she is back together. while it was cheaper to just source another body, this was for a customer who is building it as a tribute to his fallen comrades he served with....just needs final paint.
  19. Retiredwarhorses

    M1097a2

    I had this rear cargo top...don't see them much, if ever at any shows..so I thought I would give it a try.
  20. Retiredwarhorses

    932A2 air pressure issues....or Did anyway

    So I was doing my weekly PMCS and run on the M932a2. Started to build air and heard the normal moans and groans of air building and CTIS inflating in hwy mode...after about 15mins I noticed it was not done....I heard air expelling form the bottom of the dryer and the air pressure was stuck at 90...
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