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    Old glowplug controller snapped off in crossover...

    What size wrench fits the old GPC? My 1 1/8 1s too small. My 1 1/2 seems too big on the new sensor. Are these metric? Soaking old GPC threads with Kroil and hope it doesn"t break!
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    smart box/controller replacement

    Does the sending unit require 1.5" deep socket?
  3. K

    HMMWV Batteries

    I have red tops in both of my HMMWVs. I have had good luck with them in Tahoes, also.
  4. K

    The way it should have been

    Great idea. Looks like "motorpool" to me!
  5. K

    smart box/controller replacement

    Thank you for your reply and I value your opinion. Any tricks to installation? I know to disconnect ground (I have cutoff installed) Wish you were closer...I don't know any experts in our area.. Thanks, Bob
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    smart box/controller replacement

    My M998 has the original Prestolite controller and starts perfectly every time. I have the latest box and sending unit. What do the experts think? I am tempted to keep using the old one until it dies and keep the latest one as a spare. I have not heard of any horrible problems with the...
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    24v charging thru slave port

    Mark, president of Graywacke, just sent me a sample of their 150 amp NATO slave assembly. Looks like a good alternate to the higher priced GI slave cable ends. Have not used it yet but will report back. Great company to deal with!
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    Nato plug charging???

    I bought a Mini/NATO Slave converter from Graywacke Engineering. 419-525-3888. Check their web site. I ended up talking to the owner...nice guy. Attach the converter to your 24V charger and plug in. This converter is cheaper than buying an end to slave cable. Think I paid about 50.00 with...
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    Original HMMWV USMC auction

    Thank you. It is great to have a member "on the inside"
  10. K

    What's the best safest way to charge 6tl batteries

    I maintain with Deltran 24V battery tender. When one of the 6TL died I switched to Red Tops and have had good luck.
  11. K

    Original HMMWV USMC auction

    I am in the same boat. Collecting a vehicle that is still in the inventory is fraught with risk on the value side.
  12. K

    Original HMMWV USMC auction

    Just curious about source on number of HMMWVs to be auctioned. 300,000 seems like a huge number considering the combat losses, foreign aid,demil, and normal attrition.
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    Original HMMWV USMC auction

    Agree with comments on titles for on road use. Another difference is the USMC HMMWVs had fording kits installed although the intakes and exhausts were removed from many before auction.
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    Loosening "Frozen" Nuts and Bolts - Three Tricks

    I had liquid nitrogen in my office and it worked ok on frozen bolts.
  15. K

    Where is the joint of the door seals located?

    Agree with the above; I would add: leave a little gap for drainage and if there is a spot where you have noticed water collecting that would be a good location.
  16. K

    Nos Jerry cans

    My can arrived 1510 hrs today. Few rust spots but I would still consider it NOS. Thanks, Grouch.
  17. K

    M1009, Marietta area, Voltmeter needle going to red on right side of meter.

    Great idea to carry voltmeter since electrical problems seem common with CUCVs. I am going to get 2 inexpensive ones to carry.
  18. K

    My 1987 M998 "restoration"

    Looks great. I wish I had your shop and skills!
  19. K

    Nos Jerry cans

    Paypal will refund shipping on gifts according to email I got this week. Also they advertise"purchase protection" if item not as advertised.
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    Nos Jerry cans

    Totally agree. Damaged packaging, few rust spots are ok. But stored outside for months or years is not acceptable. I also ordered one and will report on condition when received. I do like the paypal paid return shipping!
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