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    Got the mule

    Yes, still have parts. You can contact me directly via email at arvintga(at)gmail(dot)com. Thanks, Trent
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    M1088A1 - All Service Brakes will not release

    Sometimes when you have a diaphragm (pancake) going out in a brake chamber you will get a slow release of the service brakes after application. It's sometimes hard to tell while you're driving or engine running because the air leak only occurs when you activate the service brakes. Have someone...
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    M923a2 air issue

    Moisture and freezing temperatures will create ice crystals that will cause all kinds of issues. Try getting it inside somewhere warm to thaw out and add some air brake system de-ice (or denatured alcohol) to the system and see what happens.
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    Air tank size- would a FMTV benefit from a much larger tank?

    Except maybe when you add a trailer to your already added to air system? It WILL effect the recovery rate even without a trailer....will it effect it enough to put it out of spec? I don't know...depends on how big/many tanks you change/add. If the compressors are indeed the same it may give...
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    Air tank size- would a FMTV benefit from a much larger tank?

    The brake systems are designed to have enough capacity under most situations. The components are engineered to be compatible with each other, meaning the compressor is sized to be able to push enough air to efficiently and effectively keep the proper sized tanks pressurized to the proper psi...
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    M1078 Harmonic Balancer and Fan Clutch

    Thought you said you need a fan clutch..sorry, guess I'm confused.
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    M1078 Harmonic Balancer and Fan Clutch

    The fan clutch is a Kysor/Borg Warner part number 1090-08000-01. There is at least one listed on a popular auction site, that can be found by a search of that number. Kit Masters offers a rebuilt unit their part number is 8001x. To be clear, the fan should be locked up when engine and main power...
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    Problem with 3116 fan? Heard a clink clink then saw these pieces

    Kysor clutch part number 1090-08000-01 which I believe cross references to Kit Masters (a popular reman clutch carried by most heavy duty truck parts suppliers) part number 8001X. Kit Masters lists a rebuild kit (8000SKL) but it is not available for purchase due to the front bearing alignment...
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    Problem with 3116 fan? Heard a clink clink then saw these pieces

    The pieces are the friction material (friction ring) from inside the clutch. These clutches are able to be rebuilt but due to front bearing alignment rebuild parts are not available to the general public. This style clutch is no longer produced but since they were fitted to many applications...
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    What does this lever do in my M1088?

    Being in the "Present Conflict Vehicles" category and FMTV topic I was referring to modern air brake equipped vehicles/trailers ,both military and not, not older air/hydraulic or other vehicles/trailers. To the best of my knowledge the modern semi trailers, Ammo trailers, LMTV and FMTV trailers...
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    What does this lever do in my M1088?

    The trailer service brake control lever ("johnny bar" in trucker lingo) has many uses. Most all of the examples given so far are true. The lever is used to control the service brakes not the emergency brake (also referred to as parking or spring brake system) on the trailer. It can input...
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    Engine fan question

    Here are some pics. 1/4" hose 20" long. Copied directly from original hose. Off my 1994 lmtv with cat 3116....assuming the same as the fmtv.
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    Hey everybody saying hi and just picked up my first mule question though

    Keep in mind that the mule is designed to idle at a higher rpm than typical. You'll have to check the tm for the exact number but seems to me it calls for idle to be set somewhere in the 900rpm range. Since most engines idle somewhere around 500-600rpm the correct idle speed may seem excessive...
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    Engine fan question

    I just had one made and can get a pic tomorrow. Had it made at a local heavy equipment dealer, standard JIC fittings, $20.32 out the door. Be sure to check the center bearing on your fan hub where the hose connects. Mine was locked up causing the hose to twist in two.
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    Manually airing up brakes?

    If they are a professional towing outfit that tows heavy duty trucks they will drop the driveshaft. If they don't do it on their own...make them. They will probably use a wheel lift from the front of your vehicle, if so the rear shaft is all that will need to be disconnected. They won't take it...
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    Manually airing up brakes?

    Any professional towing company will have the equipment to tow it properly. They usually tie the air supply from tow vehicle into air tanks on towed vehicle to keep air in the system and brakes released. They may or may not have trailer supply lines, if so they will connect them directly to...
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    Got the mule

    Local Hey John, congrats on the mule purchase, looks like a good project. Drop me a pm if you need any help or parts for your new purchase. I'm only about an hour from you (just west of Bloomington). We are parting out several mules and would be happy to help in any way I can.
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