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oil leaking from exhaust manifold I had the same problem, it was the cold weather starting heater system!!!! There is a fuel nozzle fitting on the intake manifold that has a fuel supply and a return fuel line. This unit supplies fuel directly into the intake for cold weather starting and works...

trans differences (2) Although transmission models 3052 and 3053A appear outwardly identical, the internal mechanism is different. Transmission 3052 is equipped with five forward speeds and fifth speed is a direct drive. Transmission model 3053A also is a five-speed transmission, but fourth...

crewcab ApopkaFL I'm proud of you!!! I wish I was there doing it with you! http://www.steelsoldiers.com/deuce-modification-hot-rodding/46776-m109a3-conversion-progress-setting-standard.html

to m35beastandahalf m35beastandahalf Thanks for the nice words!! I am looking forward to seeing your thread on your conversion!!! Put some pics on your thread!!! I love seeing all the great ideas and variations of an M109 conversion, I have seen so many good ideas from other guy's...

RV furnace To TOW4, Thanks for the nice complements!! The cabinets took some doing since I don't do that everyday! haha. Sometimes i get a little anal and do not know when to stop! haha But , it always comes down to the money, that puts a halt to things sometimes! I cannot wait to get my...

Batteries n2ojunkie Yes, Using 2- 6 volt batteries is much better than 2-12 volt batteries. golf cart batteries ARE deep cycle batteries! the 6 volt deep cycle batteries are built much better and have much bigger,thicker plates than a 12 volt battery! Check the weight of a deep cycle battery...

5th gear Well, i have seen and heard of several people on this site that had the same problem as us! I drive the truck easy and shift it slow. It just happened with no warning or bangs and after no problems for past 2 years! My trans is a govt. rebuild with only 9 k miles on it. People on this...

MANGUS580, Yes you are very correct to use 2 -6 volt batteries, those will supply much much more amps hours than 2- 12 volt batteries! I will be using deep cycle batteries from interstate!

noisey 5th gear Well, I got to the top loader and removed it! The counter gear assembly at the bottom of the trans has 2 broken teeth for the 5th gear!!! ****!! aua Well, my buddie told me he has a take out trans, so i will check it out and do a swap.! I will upload some pics soon! Thanks!

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update 1. I removed the original boarding ladder and acquired an Aluminum boarding ladder with a handrail! I had to cut it down to proper length and also cut down the handrail. It is very light and easy to lift up and mount!! The handrail is a big plus!!! The width is wider too! So, i needed to...

Well, maybe a 5000 btu would be better for you? Not too hot or not too cold??? it's worth experimenting with that rather then running a generator all night or draining your batteries, right? You might want to install a thermostat in that unit???? good luck!

11echo, Nice utility bed addition!!!!

m109A3 Looking good X-Ray!!! real nice job on the interior of the cab!!! Keep the pictures coming! http://www.steelsoldiers.com/deuce-modification-hot-rodding/46776-m109a3-conversion-progress-setting-standard.html

Furnace in my M109A3 To N20junkie, Ya, the rv furnace will drain your batteries down badly. I talked to my RV repair friend and he suggested I use a catalytic heater and do a quick disconnect hose to my propane lines. He said it will keep me nice and warm and i do not have to run my...