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"thinner viscous level" => "lower viscosity" ? (No such thing as 'viscous level') "Dextron" => Dexron? (No such thing as 'Dextron') I think 10w40 (as used by the Army) is much more viscous than the industrial Napa transmission fluid referenced. Dexron III has the same viscosity as the...

How can the Napa tranny/hyd fluid be 'not so good'? It is rated dex III, GL-4, CAT ratings, C-4, etc. Napa is a large & reputable company and if the oil didn't meet OEM specs, they wouldn't claim it and wouldn't risk major fleet lawsuits printing it in their catalogs, literature and...

Nicely done. I've been procrastinating, but your results are inspiring!

I was in email contact with the cust service folks and their CEO. I asked if there were rebuild parts available, if there was more detailed trouble shooting info beyond 'replace something and try again' like the TM says and that I wanted to document how to troubleshoot to help folks who...

The Army used the Haldex "PureAir' as the stock 24V model (heater included) in the 'A3. That is a very common commercial unit used on many big rigs. It's really bulletproof. I've seen them on flea bay for under $100 NOS. Probably available elsewhere surplus as well.

CM wasn't so helpful and I was incredibly nice. They have rebuild manuals they are making for the military and are holding back letting anyone see them....

The replacement filter kit has both spin on filter and new dessicant cartridge as well as a few other items. It takes about 10 minutes to replace these items and no special tools. Once done, you essentially have a completely new dryer, except for the housing. If you get a used one cheap, put...

If you are looking for one to cover the entire truck air system, the stock one used on the A3 is the commercial 'Haldex' model 'Pure Air'. These are very common on commercial trucks and are simple and rugged as well as designed for both extreme heat & cold. They are available through many...

Thanks! I thought I was going to get an earful from that post. BTW, all my little bottles of color all have NSNs. I really came to appreciate loctite when I worked for DOD on aircraft. I also learned that normal silicone sealer (aka RTV, like you buy at auto parts stores) is very corrosive...

If you have never driven anything bigger than a pickup- Take some time before hitting the road to thoroughly inspect (in detail) the truck for signs of problems: Leaking brake fluid at the wheels (or anything leaking there) Tire condition - cracks, etc especially on the front tires & proper...

Correct!

That is one beautiful piece of fabrication & design!

Honestly, after all the discussion, was there really anything wrong with the oil cooler requiring replacement? Most on the forum were suggesting the head gaskets from the first posting.

Why don't folks use locktite? I'm not suggesting use instead of lockwashers, but in combination with lockwashers and proper tightening. Blue locktite is designed for situations where you may want to easily remove a nut/bolt and there are other grades (red, green, etc.) for situations where...

My deepest and most sincere thanks! I'll fab a shaft of all aluminium, knurl the knob and treat the outside with ferric chloride to make it flat black. Again, thanks!

Thanks. I haven't directly contacted any of the usual sources, but saw nothing cataloged. My hope was to get the thread pitch and diameter and just make a knob. Since it is such an easy to lose device I was certain Faria would sell one or at least have the courtesy to reply. Since I'm in...

Has anyone found a source for a replacement odometer reset knob for the M35A3? I emailed the speedo manufacturer Faria Instruments and they indicated that they did not offer replacements. I followed up with an email asking if they could please provide the knob shaft diameter and thread pitch...

Just got my order from Eastern Surplus. new Mil Dot5 in sealed Milspec gallon container. Dow Corning (the best) silicone fluid. It was $60 for the gallon can, but its the real deal and from a advertiser supporting this site. Brake components are not something to cheap out on, unless the wife...

Check the cross post by same OP: http://www.steelsoldiers.com/deuce/50470-uh-oh-anti-freeze-oil.html More guidance there.

Mine is behind front axle on driver's side written in WELD on the frame rail. Easy to spot, easy to read. I'm thinking of painting the raised weld bead to highlight it. 'Dunno why, just want to.