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  1. MarkM

    HMMWV Brake Fluid DOT 5 HELP!!

    DOT 5.1 is NOT a silicone brake fluid. Dot 5 is. DOT 3,4 and 5.1 are all glycol-based fluids with the major differences is the boiling point.
  2. MarkM

    Rubber cord source?

    They sell shock cord in all kinds of sizes. I used 1/2" shock cord on my M101A2 to go from bow to bow under tension to keep the cargo cover from sagging between the bows. Worked great. I also used it for the cover tie downs. Below was my first attempt but unfortunately the rope would sag from...
  3. MarkM

    Converto Trailer

    Yes very nice trailer.
  4. MarkM

    HMMVs coming from Hawaii

    I have spent time in Oahu on a work projects and can tell you rust is a huge issue on the islands. I would be extremely cautious buying a vechicle from there. Absolutely beautiful place but like everywhere it has issues. Mark
  5. MarkM

    me being realistic about an old G-wagen?

    I love the old G-Wagons and I think the best is the 300D with a stick. Not a lot of power but it will sure get you there and it's extremely reliable. My buddies Pinzgauer 712M only has a 90hp gas engine but even towing my M101A1 filled with hunting gear and five guys in the truck it does just...
  6. MarkM

    EMP Proofing HMMWV

    Art bell was the best to help keep you awake on the long overnight drives. He had a great show and everything was 100% real and sometimes extremely frightening. Many good pairs of pants had to be thrown out because of him. lol Mark
  7. MarkM

    EMP Proofing HMMWV

    At least the HMMWVs have a lot of protection from bio hazzards. With their hermetically sealed doors and bio filtered vents we can feel secure. Only problem I've found as you need to crack a window or the air starts to run out.
  8. MarkM

    Holy hell 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

    https://youtube.com/shorts/8H9LcBkkCW4?si=B5uJl8zm7_LPWPeq
  9. MarkM

    Holy hell 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

    While the truck is screaming down the highway ? Damn Lol
  10. MarkM

    Holy hell 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

    That also crossed my mind but would have to wonder if that small dump valve (high rpm) would pull enough pressure for the IP not to function. I think it may possibly slow down the runaway a small degree but not stop it. Since more than likely you would be driving the truck when this IP...
  11. MarkM

    Chinese Aux Diesel Heater

    I use the Big Buddy 9000btu propane heater for my car trailer. I love this little thing. Will run on low for 6 hrs and 3 1/2 on high. It uses one pound propane bottles or can be made to run off a 20lb tank. My buddy has one to heat up the cargo area of a Pinzgauer 712M and it works great...
  12. MarkM

    New member hello!

    Welcome to the green metal psychosis. Mark
  13. MarkM

    Holy hell 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

    So it pinches the hose to close it off. Yeah that would work but the cost is high. But it would work as a imobilazer and a emergency fuel cut off. Mark
  14. MarkM

    Holy hell 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

    How about a 1/2" 24v fuel cutoff solenoid after the fuel filter. Normally open and closed by am emergency switch. That will shut her down fast. Just a thought. Mark
  15. MarkM

    The 825k hmmwv just sold at Barrett Jackson

    That's a lot of coin for someone's wet dream.
  16. MarkM

    Registering a late model HMMWV in MA

    Glad to hear it my friend. Good to see more green iron in the People's Republic. Mark
  17. MarkM

    Electrical Dip

    Quick question are these batteries the same model and also do the share the same lot number.
  18. MarkM

    Electrical Dip

    Not for anything but you should load test those batteries.. Unless one has a so so connection they should be at the same voltage. Any idea how old the batteries are? Fully charged with a small load they should settle and hang at 12.5-12.6. You can get a slight over top charge after a recent...
  19. MarkM

    Electrical Dip

    I would put a volt meter on the batteries and test it all out. I don't notice any real difference on mine when putting loads on the system. Our gauges are not accurate at all so confirm with a meter. Mark
  20. MarkM

    Mep 831a

    Those oil pressure switches are a go to for these issues. Easy fix. Mark
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