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That is the Accessory drive. It can be resealed but we usually serviced it as a unit since it has bearings inside that support the shaft. Down load and read the TM before deciding if you want to tackle this job at home.

Who is in SD? More specific, who can preview a trailer for me in Huron SD? I would then be looking to see if someone might be headed south that could pull it down at least part way. Maybe several people and have it relay down to warmer climes :-) I am in Houston TX. and right now, can't get the...

And that is just the TIP of the Ice Berg!

The above issues don't necessitate an engine replacement. These are Heavy Duty engines and built to be over hauled multiple times. The failures noted are from age and lack of maintenance and fall under routine maintenance/ repairs for engines of this age. Because of this is why I have been...

Start by draining the oil pan and dropping the pan. Put a radiator pressure tester on the cooling system and pressure it up. When I was with Ford Heavy truck, we would put about 10 to 12 lbs pressure on the cooling system. Then watch for the drip underneath. That way you can track it to which...

4" isn't rated for that pressure UNLESS you buy the heavy wall stuff. Up to 2 1/2" std schedule 40 will work at that pressure but limit the volume. I think the air brake tank would do best but you better coat the inside with something to prevent the rust from forming and building up. That would...

Will be heading to G&G machine shop with the 300 6 cyl engine this week. I was parussing the Summit catalog the other day and made a "Wish List" of parts. Totaled it up and had a stroke! $2700 worth of "Wishing"!! So, I spent time evaluating the engine again this weekend and have trimmed the...

What the HECK!!! Bought a M1101 and got it home fine. Applied and PAID FOR the sf-97 title so I can title it here in TX. I opened the mail today and found a MEMO stating that while they would be glad to supply a title, since I live in TX and TX does not require a title for anything less than...

Only difference inside the transmissions is the torque converter. Different stall speeds.

I came to this party at the last minute. Will have to make sure the Missus doesn't already have something planned. If not, I'll have to drive the old ford, 715 is still on jack stands. Fuzzy, If you want those 1009 axles, I'll put them in the truck and pack them over to you. We can work out the...

I've got 2 trumpets from a fire truck. They are 24' long and chrome at this time. I think they need a new home so if interested, PM me.

Well, Made some progress today. I got the 6 cyl unloaded and sat it in the chassis to see how it fit. I do think this is the way I'm going to go! I did some calling around and located a ZF 5 spd to put behind it. Sure felt good to be working on the old 715 again!

Reaper, I have a pair of Grover trumpets that were for a fire truck. They are chrome right now but if they work for you I bet you could sand and paint them to match your truck. PM me if interested, They are NIB.

Not much work on the M715. Been helping Casey with his K5 project and looking for a powertrain for the 715. Lots of looking, a little trading, and lots of reading and research... Just not ready to give in a drop a SBC in like all the others... Looking at either going with a ford 300 6 cyl OR if...

I really can't speak to the M-series trucks but in the fire service I think we classify as Severe Duty! A typical ladder truck with a pump on it weighs in around 78K lbs with all it's equipment and hose. We go from cold in the station to full throttle in 90 to 120 seconds from start up. In the...

Here is the link to the Allison Approved fluids page. On Highway are ALL ATF fluids, Off Highway have a mix of oils. http://www.allisontransmission.com/parts-service/approved-fluids/on-highway-fluids

so, who won the tool trailers out of Ft Riley today? I got busy at work and let closing slip by....:-(

Torque rod bushings are "kinda" hard work to replace but then again not that bad. Without a load on the truck and with making gentle turns, you should be able to drive it home. Make sure the tires are aired up to at least 100 to 110psi and take your time. I have spent 32 yrs as an ASE master...

Coolant filters were never designed to flow the entire coolant system through them. Tap into the block (pressure side of the water pump) and connect the "out" of the filter back into the suction side of the radiator or radiator side of the heater hose. Your coolant filter should be running about...

Mine weren't compression issues but I have opened two engines now and had crackes in the webs of the #2, 3, 4 main bearings. One of the $wd mags bought a 1008 CUCV and it had low compression where it wouldn't start. they dropped a little ATF down the intake to wet the rings and Volla! up and...