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    m35a3 wont start

    One other thing that has me confused is, I tried to bypass the solenoid on the firewall and nothing happened it just sparked Shouldn't the starter engaged ?
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    m35a3 wont start

    What I did was checked the voltage going in the relay and then with someone holding the switch on and the switched side was only 9-11 volts I took the relay apart and it did smell burnt I just don't want to go and buy a relay and than it be the starter Will any 24 volt relay work? it looks very...
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    m35a3 wont start

    I did check all the wires The problem is the truck is about 20 miles from home in a parking lot. I do have 23 volts at the starter so I don't think it is batteries Is ther any way to test the relay (mounted on firewall) I did bring it home with me also how do I check if it is starter?? Thanks
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    m35a3 wont start

    I have a m35a3 and it wont turn over all it does is make a clicking sould at the firewall. I checcked the voltage and it is reading 23 volts at the starter . so I guess that rules out batteries. I did check the voltage at the solanoid on the firewall and it reads 23 volts on the one side and...
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    where does the o ring go on wheel

    Well all done and no leaks so far .Hope I never have to do that again !!!!
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    where does the o ring go on wheel

    I just want to make sure we are both on the same page When the 2 halves come apart there is a beveled groove between them is that where you are meaning ? Sorry for the stupid question but that looks like the only place it can go and the TM does not show Thanks again
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    where does the o ring go on wheel

    I have a m35a3 and am in the process of fixing a leaky tire. does the o'ring go in the beveled groove between the two halves Just checking as I do not want to have to tear it apart again Thanks
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    leaking tire on m35a3

    I have a leaking tire on my m35a3 that is leaking between the split rim . I took it all apart tonight and plan on reassembling it tomorrow. I got a new o ring this time should I do anything special or do I need any silicone between the two pieces This is the second time I had to take it apart...
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    adding an air quick coupler

    Where is it located at ? I do have an A3 with heater is it still there ? I can't see any fittings Thanks Kevin
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    adding an air quick coupler

    I have an a3 with heater is there still a valve under the map compartment ? If so that would be perfect
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    adding an air quick coupler

    I don't want use the glad handle I am planning on mounting a permanent Quick coupler
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    adding an air quick coupler

    I am wanting to ad an air quick coupler to the air line so I can inflate tires or if need be run air tools off truck ( I do have a air compressor I just want to be able to use in field or in a bind) Where is the best place to tap in Also any suggestions on best place to mount the quick coupler...
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    In desperate need of a bolt!

    You can always get a 4 inch and cut it down . Easiest way is put a nut on it and cut along the nut then just unscrew the nut and threads should be ok .
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    In desperate need of a bolt!

    The way I read it would be 1/2 by 13 3 3/4 long which is a standard course thread 1/2 inch bolt 3 3/4 long Somebody please reply and correct me if I am wrong
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    transmission M35A3

    I just bought two cases of Cam2 atf fluid (dex111) for $32 a case Thats 24 quarts for $64 I had to get my tranny rebuilt so now was the time to switch
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    flushing tranny cooler

    The tranny is already out, all I have is the cooler radiator and lines that need flushed. I was thinking of blowing it out with air first . The guy doing the tranny said use mineral spirits to flush it out. I am going to try and rig a pump up and just pump it through the lines and cooler if that...
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    oil leak on caterpillar

    I just noticed ,when I was pulling my tranny on my m35a3, that it has a oil leak on the passenger side somewhere around the turbo. I can't really see where it is coming from or how long it was leaking (i park it on a gravel driveway and never really saw any oil ) When I was working on tranny it...
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    flushing tranny cooler

    Well I am getting my allison auto rebuilt and wanted to know the best way to flush the tranny cooler and radator out . I am going to go with dextron 3 instead of the motor oil . Also is there something beter than dextron 3 or is that going to be ok Thanks Kevin
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    who to use for shipping in Hooks, TX

    what about uship? just a thought
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    Batterys

    I run the 3 year free replacement group 65 everstart from walmart in my 2 cat dozers and they seam to last about 2 1/2 years . The good thing is they are free replacement, so each time they give you new ones the warranty starts over. The cats are 12 volt but I run 2 batteries in each machine...
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