Recent content by rcflyer70

I'm having a similar issue with the wiring in my M52A2. I found it easier to pull the harness from the truck and troubleshoot on my bench - currently tracing every wire to see if any are burned or shorted. The TM's you want to start with are the following: 9-2320-211-20-2-1 9-2320-211-20-2-2

To check the low oil pressure switch, I removed and cleaned it. I then used approximately 15psi air pressure to verify the switch closed - it did. You have a good point about the sensor. I think I'll go ahead and replace it. New batteries will also be installed.

Thanks for everyone's advice. I think I've found the problem with it shutting off - the shutters were stuck shut. I disassembled and thoroughly cleaned and lubed (dry lube) everything. Once back together, all seems good. The unit runs about 10 minutes now and then shuts down. I'm thinking...

While it definitely acts like it, I didn't verify the fuel solenoid was shutting it down but will in the morning. Where is the constant speed switch physically located? Will check in the morning. Thanks for advice!

I'm having an issue with my normally rock solid MEP-002A...I just finished flushing out the entire fuel system to include cleaning out the fuel tank, cleaning pumps, and changing all the filters. I also changed the oil. Fuel system quickly primed and the generator started and ran without issue...

I'm having a similar issue mentioned in the original post. When first turn on my switch on, the WAIT light will stay on for approximately 10 to 15 seconds and then go out; normal. After the Wait light goes out, I can see the volt meter cycling. When I put a meter on it, it was going from 24v...

About two weeks ago I was driving my M52A2 down the highway, discovering that I had lost my power steering. Upon getting the truck home, I pulled the power steering pump (Vickers VTM27/42 on a LDS-465-1A multifuel) and disassembled to find the main shaft broken. I was able to locate a new...

I've had my 53 gasser for 23 years and can say enough positive things about it. I've driven it everywhere and it starts faithfully every time. As far as being gutless - yes they are, especially compared to my M52A2 multifuel. I suggest you change the spark plugs, thoroughly check the spark...

Thanks for the info! All the years I've owned this truck and never noticed.

Due to a leak in my radiator, I had to pull it for repair (it also needs to be flushed in a bad way). While pulling it, I notice that the engine appeared to be slightly twisted (driver side down, more in the back) along with my belts screaming to be replaced. I've looked at all the engine...

Brings back memories of my last MOS, ATC Radar Repairer.

I couldn't agree more. I've had my 53 stud approaching 25 years now. It has set for years on numerous occasions, quickly starting every time with freshly charged batteries. In that time, the carb has only been rebuilt twice (within the first year after buying it and 2 years ago). I finally...

I spent many days looking for one. To my knowledge, it doesn't exist? When rebuilding my M52A2, I put a new front harness in (Eastern has them for $120). The rear harness was about as bad as you can get and as my luck had it, I wasn't able to find one. I used a deuce wiring diagram, which...

Awesome pictures! Could you imagine being that poor fella wrestling 900x20 tires all day?

So far this winter it has only been -6. I so hope that's as low as it gets! Today its in the 40's and I'm loving it. About 2 weeks ago, I put new wires and ignition on my M35 gasser - it started right up on that -6 day.