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So it should have three wires - each hot plus a chassis ground. I am looking for 1308 parts as I also picked up another M944A1 - the lathe tailstock was missing. If you decide to part out the lathe we are interested. Sangha Energy.org

M944A1 Civilian Conversion Show Time - Maker Faire 2013 Hey all, today we are washing and loading for Maker Faire San Francisco 2013. Come see the M944A1 cleanup up and with solar panels installed. Why panels - simple we can run the lights day and night without running the generator. Here she...

Key is fuel savings - why run a 250HP Cummins at 2 gallons per hour and get wet stacking when you can run an MEP002 or 003 at less than 1 gal per hour and run the equipment. We only need the 25kw generator if running lathe, drill press, grinders, welders and all the lights at the same time. In...

M944A1 conversion nearing work ready status Ok, we are up and making equipment. Joe is running the lathe off a MEP-003 and the truck generator also works. The truck remains hard to start - so any advice on using the ether kit is appreciated. We also are looking for the Manual for the Southbend...

M994A1 extension cord for remote power Ok, here is the remote power cable Amphenol connector - can anyone help find a source for these at reasonable cost? Must be dozens of these cords laying on someone's bone yard. My truck came with a 50 foot extension cord with this connector to go to the...

Extension cord to generator for M944A1 Ok, got the extension cord sorted and the remote and main power up and working well with my MEP-003. Attached is the picture of the wiring from the MEP-003 to the truck. To convert civilian colors to Amphenol - Black - Red - Orange and White as Neutral -...

Remote power cord pin out and cable color code for 3 phase remote power to M944A1 Please, I requested only serious posts. The color was explained in the post. Graphics are coming soon. Yesterday I fired up the generator and got full power to the shop. Problem now is remote power and the large...

DrillerSurplus, yes, thank you, please - ask them. You can give them my number (831) 524-0620 or email at offgridtod@gmail.com - I can have a driver out of Sacramento right away so they would not even need to move it. Without being able to inspect it is a tough call on price but I can see...

I'd be interested in trading for a trailer version or buying - in CA trailer titles are nothing but a 33,000lb truck is $1500 a year in weight fees.

Ok, I'm not inside yet for specifics on the tools but getting close. Exterior paint is done - check - not bad for Rustoleum and elbow grease. What do you think about the black wheels. :driver:

Ok, more progress updates. Paint is partially done. Went for Federal Green but got Mint Green - oh well. Lowest cost high quality paint - tip of the day - Rustoleum Professional at Home Depot $37 a gallon in California (we can get much oil based anymore). I mixed three white to two dark green...

Prep for paint, locking handles and fuel shut off mods Ok, project progress to date: Locking handles installed - after install realized they are installed with screws from the outside - so security is still a way down the road. Anyone have an elegant solution? Paint prep going well Engine and...

I need manuals right away - so anyone with a source for a manual or copy please email. This is a machine shop and I know generators so I can figure it out but the manuals will save me hours - so worth more than the copying costs. Electronic would be superior but either way. You drop at your...

In the picture of the "hallway" you see a cord hanging - this is a 24 volt extension cord - wow, I'd like to buy some more of those for off grid power - anyone selling those - I'll pay more than the scrapper.

Sorry for the delay - here are the photos, we got the transfer case switch and PTO generator spinning. Tools cleared out and stored for future inventory. I ordered locking handles for the three doors from a Steel Soldiers Source so i can secure the truck. South Bend 1308 Lathe 9" two chucks but...

Manuals for 944A1 Shop Who knows a good source for the technical manuals? The SEORTM manuals appear to be less than abundant but also available - so please let me know. Electronic copies preferred but hard copy also interesting.

This thread is to capture all the knowledge, tricks, and capabilities of the M944A1 Mobile Shop in Civilian Use and the steps and lesson required to make that conversion. If you have knowledge to share please add to this thread. I'd request that entertainment oriented comments be at a minimum...