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I told Aaron (peashooter) a while back (OK maybe a year or two or more !) that I would post some pictures of how to assemble the reusable (field repairable) Stainless Steel lined PTFE hose fittings. Well I was cleaning my computer ( too much junk !) I came across these pictures. So I will...
Does anyone remember Craig A Tull's post on "civilizing the MEP-002A" ? Well I want to do it but I cannot get ahold of Craig. The post was good but left out a few things. I was wondering if anyone tried what he did and how did it work out ? The reason I'm asking is on one of my MEP-002A units...
I've been downloading and reading the PS magazines. I have come across a lot dealing with our deuce. Here are a couple I thought I would share.
I don't know why they keep uploading sideways ! Guess if you want to read them you'll have to download them. Sorry.
I often wondered why my pintle hitch did not have a zerk fitting. I asked one of my MV buddies and he told me the newer ones did not need grease. I thought about that, and being a mechanic I know that some bearings are "sealed" . So maybe the military used that kind of bearing here. Well I was...
Does anyone have a good parts source for gaskets on the MEP-002A and MEP-003A Onan engines ? I have read that Sears used to have them, but I tried and they said it's a no-go. I really would like to get some head gaskets for the 2 and 4 cylinder engines. ( the other gaskets would be nice too )...
This is a call out to all who own the LDS-465-1 engine. Can you please post the model number of your Hydraulic Head . I would like to see what model numbers come up.
Thank you to all who post.
Does anyone know what these brackets are for ? They are mounted above the rear splash guard support brackets on both sides. I just spent 2 hours going through all the parts books including the ORG-SNL-G-742 with no luck. Thanks for any help. My truck is a M35A2C 1988 Air Force unit.
Does anyone who has installed a cab reinforcement plate know how this bracket installs ? and has a picture of it installed. Actually there are two brackets I need to know about. Here's there pictures. The instructions are clear as MUD as too how this goes on. Thanks, rustystud.
I just bought a MEP-002A & MEP-003A wiring diagram from a seller that I wish I hadn't. It was supposed to be enlarged for easy reading. Well when I got mine I took it straight done to Kinko's to get it laminated. I didn't even take it out of the shipping tube since I didn't want any damage to...
Just a heads up about NOS (New Old Stock) parts. I recently bought a NOS short style air-pac from a reputable seller. When it arrived it had all the holes plugged with plastic plugs, a little rust on the outside but nothing major. When I removed the plugs though I noticed rust in the holes. In...
Does anyone have a supplier for the air filters on the 30D36R 3KW generators ? I have looked all over and all the suppliers I have contacted have given me the civilian version, which is a round filter. If I have to I will replace the housing so I can use the round civilian filters. I will have...
Has anyone installed the 5ton winch into a Deuce ? I have looked at the posts and all agree it would be difficult, but has anyone actually done it ? If so do you have pictures of the install ? I have the opportunity to buy a 5ton winch. Out here in the Wild NorthWest deuce winches are rare and...
This is just a heads up for all us MEP-002a and MEP-003a owners. Check your fuel pumps ! I had not checked mine since I bought them over 5 years ago. After all they worked just fine, and I replace my fuel filters every year. Last weekend I thought it would be a good idea to take out the...
I'm starting to install my spin-on fuel filters I bought. I did not want to use the factory copper line since I wanted a field repairable type of hose. I decided to use the Teflon PTFE with stainless steel wrap hose. I know it's pricey, but very durable and repairable. I could have just went...
A lot of people have problems with fuel line replacement as the stock fittings are an odd duck 5 AN (37 degree JIC ). This is what I have done to my MEP-003a. This is also what we use on our busses. There "DOT" brake line hose with compression fittings. I changed out all the lines after I...
I have a question for anyone running 395/85r20 tires on there Deuce. What speed can you reach in 4th gear ? Not overdrive, just 4th gear, 1:1 ratio. The reason I'm asking is I'm considering running the single 395 tires, but I want to install my 3052 transmission in my truck. The reason is the...
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