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What are "Normal" Noises for the Deuce

Tackettr

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I periodically hear what sounds like and air valve closing or opening while driving my duece. I hope it is not my front axle since it is air operated. I was thinking it might be the compressor kicking on and off like an A/C compressor might do on a car. Also, about 10-15 seconds after I shut the motor off there is a release of pressure under the hood. Are these sounds normal?? Thanks.
 

neilhendrix

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RE: What are "Normal" Noises for the Duece

I would say that the pres. release is normal . Mine does the same thing. I`m sure others here will know more than I.

Neil
 

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RE: What are "Normal" Noises for the Duece

It sounds like you are describing the sounds that the air governor makes. All normal.
 

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RE: What are "Normal" Noises for the Duece

Mine do the pssst air sound after shutdown too. People say these things make a lot of noise, but the giggling coming from the cab always drowns others noises out.
 

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Noises? There shouldn't be any noises. These are stealthy and undectable military vehicles designed to sneak up on the enemy. You better get yours checked out ASAP! ...lol
 

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Any noise that bangs that you can hear over the "rrrrRRRRROOOOAAAAARRRrrrrr" should be investigated.
 

rmgill

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You'll have to get used to it, then you'll notice that some things are out of place. I heard the odd sheet metal sound that I initially thought was a loose nut somewhere on a fender. Then, after a fuel stop, it was pronounced during load on the engine in 5th gear, both in HIGH and low range...that was a strong clue I had a transmission problem. 5th Gear had lost a tooth.
 

saddamsnightmare

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July 18th, 2008.

rofl

Sounds like the Air Compressor Governor to me...... You'll get used to the normal sounds your truck makes, BUT when it comes up with a new one, you'd better look quick or the problems can grow exponentially.....! Remember, if you're an old deuce driver, you probably can't hear anything anyway!! [thumbzup]

Sincerely,

Kyle F. McGrogan


1971 Kaiser Jeep M35A2 Wo/W "Saddam's Nightmare" Desert Storm and Vietnam Veteran Deuce
1968 Johnson Corp. M105A2 Cargo Trailer
1967 Hercules MEP023A gas Gen-Set APU
1963 Swiss Army Cargo Unimog, S.404.114 MB
 

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Mine sometimes would sound like I left half the wrenches under the hood and there were times the times the thing was as quiet as can be be. Nothing but "C" turbo.

Chuck XD Fan
 

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WM, Based on conversations in the Mess Tent(chat), I'm pretty sure YOUR "Normal " might be different that most peoples "Normal" ! :lol:
 
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