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As many of you already know, I have a '71 M817. I've used it for my tree service company, but have most of all just used it as a hobby. I've fought through a lot of challenges with the truck, the worst of which was coming back from deployment to find that my batteries, battery boxes, and...
I've searched through hundreds of topics, and have yet to find the information I am looking for. I have started to dig through the tech manuals, and have learned a lot. But, I still haven't found answers to a few questions I have. I'm just wanting to learn as much as I can about my M817, and...
I have read all over (including the operator's manual and several searches here), and have yet to figure out how to turn on the flashers in my truck. I understand that vehicle light control switches must be selected to Stop or Headlights. The turn signals work perfectly, but I just can't...
I'm sure some of you remember my thread from a few weeks ago requesting information about OD dump trucks. I decided that we would pick up an M817 due to the high weight rating (we're looking to haul logs in the bed for our tree service company) and relatively low price.
Well, I just finished...
First off, I'll give a quick introduction. I am a 27 year old US Navy Submariner, with the rating of Nuclear Field Mechanic. I also specialize in emergency welding, and work currently (on shore duty) as a Radiological Control Technician. I am pretty knowledgeable in auto mechanics, and have...