I have joined the club ! And yes I have lost my mine !

[1951M1078]

Will, is that OK with DOT ?

If so I would do that .

 

[1951M1078]

First impressions of driving the M1078. Test was 1 mile x 3. Idle seams high ? Needed to be firm on the brakes.(Yeppe I have brakes) May have been a little light on the throttle , would hang a little before shifting. 2 to 3 to 4 very firm. From their it was ok 5 to 6. Never got to 7. To short a road. Top speed 35 mph. Braking needs a lot of pressure. Not to much just new to me.Two point turn to go back and the idle is high.Had to be hard on the brakes . (will need to look at that) Is the idle something that I can set ? The truck is unloaded but seem to move on out ! Not a sports car but quick. That is after you get out of 2 and 3rd.

Its cool here 50-60. Motor came up to 200 +- and just sat their. (no fan) Oil pressure at 200 deg. was 70 at idle. Motor pulled strong and sounds fine. (like I know!)

So do you need to be on the brakes firm at a stop ? I saw ,in the mirror some wheel spin in revers backing into the shop ? (dirt) Don't think that is right. This was no throttle and firm on the brakes in revers.

But all in all, I'm very happy !

 

[mkcoen]

Check to make sure accelerator pedal isn't sticking. Try hooking your foot behind it and pulling it up.

 

[Suprman]

The throttle cables are known for being sticky. Sometimes it's improper placement. You want nice curves nothing tight or it will bind. I reposition them often. I have used air to force wd40 thru also. The way the cable sits where it connects in the cab, leaks over the window lights over time can allow moisture in the line. You can adjust the cable also it's 2 nuts at the throttle area. You should be able to gently apply the brakes and come to a smooth stop. If the truck is fighting you the idle is too high. The truck can overpower its brakes. Does the treadle valve feel firm or spongy?

 

[1951M1078]

Will, can you expand on this ? ( Does the treadle valve feel firm spongy ? )

Seems ok ?

 

[Suprman]

It should be firm with or without air in the system. If it feels spongy it could be going bad.

 

[1951M1078]

Thanks, Will.

I will try to get a feel for it tomorrow.

 

[f8617]

First impressions of driving the M1078...Idle seams high? Needed to be firm on the brakes...May have been a little light on the throttle , would hang a little before shifting...Braking needs a lot of pressure...Had to be hard on the brakes...Is the idle something that I can set?...Its cool here 50-60. Motor came up to 200 +- and just sat their. (no fan)...Oil pressure at 200 deg. was 70 at idle...So do you need to be on the brakes firm at a stop? I saw ,in the mirror some wheel spin in revers backing into the shop ? (dirt) Don't think that is right. This was no throttle and firm on the brakes in revers....

Hey 1951, Congratulations on getting your truck on the road!

I have have two winch trucks, each has a tachometer. Based on my observations, 650rpm idle is just right, 800rpm is too high. Make sure your throttle isn't sticking (per previous posts). Idle adjustment is an allen screw with a lock nut...be careful, it can be very tight (lube it), so disconnect that end of the tranny throttle sensor cable for better access.

The M1078 upshifts at ~2000rpm for all gears (see tach, also orange-line 2000-2500, red-line 2500+). 45mph in 7th gear is ~2000rpm.

 

[TNriverjet]

Maybe it goes without saying, but make sure the hand throttle is backed all the way down!

 

[1951M1078]

Took a look at the cable and think it needs some lub.

Worked on the wiper tank and pump and got that running. Needed to remove the step cover to get the tank out.





Also installed new wipers. Is it ok to stagger the driver side wiper so it makes a full sweep ?



And got a new toy for the top !

 

[Suprman]

The washer fluid tank comes out you have to twist it just right. No need to remove the cover.

 

[1951M1078]

I gave up on that and just pulled the bolts. LOL Must not be able to twist like I did last summer ?

 

[1951M1078]

Did some playing around with the grill. Even came up with how the logo should look. LOL

 

[DTAN]

Huston ! We have brakes !

Would like to kill the guy that cut the valve out of the system. I have just enough 3/8" tubing to test the system. But not enough to install the valve back into the mounting hole. BASTARD !

Install a new 1/2" hose but the 3/8" run to the rear. I don't think its legal to splice the runs to the rear ? So I will get to replace 50' of hose ! BASTARDS !

NAPA sells dot approved splices ...

 

[1951M1078]

Thanks,I have them but came up with a way not to use them.

 

[1951M1078]

Installed a down looking mirror today. Now I can see the fuel pump i'm going to knock down. Passenger side.

 

[1951M1078]

Got a tool for towing. It was no Ebay ,said to be rusted ? Don't know if it is someone here but I got it apart. Only took 20,000 lbs. Got to love a porta-power.



I guess you can bend a 1" pin. And other things.

Used a 50/50 lub of ATF and Acetone. Worked ok.

 

[agazza2]

Still need to come out and see your M1078. Any other items you been working on?

 

[1951M1078]

Hi,Allan. Give me a call when you head this way. Just to make sure I'm at the shop.

Just doing general clean up. I did start on the brush guard mounts. Now just need to get the tube bender out.



Also need to get a housing made for the tach and get it mounted.

 

[1951M1078]

Moving somethings around . Building a tool holder for my benders and notcher.
Working the fit , then will tack things together and see how it feels.



Then on to building the brush guards and other things.