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Recent content by Awesomlmtv

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    LMTV rear brake chambers

    Mine broke when installing a hose replacement kit. Totally my fault for tightening down the adapter. A0 and thank you all for the replies. This forum is such a valuable resourcei appreciate it.
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    LMTV rear brake chambers

    I’m getting ready to replace all of the brake cans on my rear, does anyone have a reference to where I can buy these? Much appreciated in advance. This forum has been an absolute life saver when working on these trucks.
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    Steel Soldiers giveaway sponsored by hawkerbattery.com

    Good luck all! Count me in.
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    M1079 government cost estimate? 2008 model.

    @fuzzytoaster is there a good way to go about finding a truck’s history?
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    Alternator bracket

    Apparently I am missing two bolts on the alternator bracket. Appreciate all the posts recommending I check them. I was not able to find the size and thread of the bolts, does anyone happen to know from experience? Side note: Thank you for being there SS! These vehicles are so rewarding to...
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    LMTV M1078 3D CAD Model on OnShape

    Would also like a copy of the model if anyone finds it please.
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    Will CTIS Protectors mount to a Hutchinson aluminum wheel?

    I’ve not gotten ahold of aluminum wheels yet. As it stands I don’t think it would work without modification of the attachment bolts. They are long and bottom out in the lug on my steel rims just as the protectors make contact.
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    Have you installed 3.07 gears in your truck? Kindly step in I have something to ask

    Originally I had planned to do this myself, but looking at the work decided to have Bryce W do the gears on my truck. It is by far the best upgrade. I noticed that it is quieter, rpms come down to a reasonable range at 55-60 mph (where I cruise) and temperatures are lower. Perhaps the 3116 (A0)...
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    The dreaded CTIS seal, bearing repack job on my MTV

    Looking at the images, I didn’t cage the brakes.
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    The dreaded CTIS seal, bearing repack job on my MTV

    Any tips for getting a stuck brake drum off?
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    FMTV Air Hydraulic Unit Repair

    If anyone has time to list part numbers required for a rebuild it would be appreciated. I’m also rebuilding one and would appreciate the benefit of your hard earned experience. thank you for blazing the trail
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    Essential Tools to have for an FMTV? Add your .02

    You just saved me hours of replacing studs. I definitely would have made that mistake. Thank you.
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    Essential Tools to have for an FMTV? Add your .02

    So the lug nuts on the left side of the truck loosen by turning to the right? How can I tell which ones loosen which direction?
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    LMTV M1078 Tachometer

    Also interested if someone has a guide for an a0 tach install. Surprising more don’t know how to accomplish this.
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    Caiman mrap aluminum rims

    Resurrecting an old thread, where can I purchase a set of the special lug nuts for my 1078?
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