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I loaded just over 1800# of batteries into the M101A2 and the wife hauled them to the recycler behind the expedition. No problems. Surge brakes make such a difference. No pictures though.
I guess I am lucky to have won one before the radioactive gauge issue came to light although I may end up spawning a congressman. LOL
Congratulations on the win but I could not see the pictures of your new prize.
Do NOT connect a standard 12Vdc negative ground civilian radio to the back battery. The negative terminal of the back battery floats 12Vdc above the chassis ground.
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/54167-where-wire-winch.html#post622169
In a stock system .....
Front battery positive to chassis ground = 12Vdc nominal
Rear battery negative to chassis ground = 12Vdc nominal
Rear battery positive to chassis ground = 24Vdc nominal
If they both require EUCs chances are good you can get both in the same trip. (yes you have time....)
If neither requires EUCs you can get both in the same trip but the clock is ticking once you get the paid in full invoice. (which should be just days after the auction closes)
If the dust...
You can get 12V between the positive and negative posts of the back battery but the negative post of the back battery 'floats' 12V above the vehicle chassis ground. If that cig lighter is connected to the back battery that way you will read 12V between the contacts (ring and center contact) but...
If GL receives a vehicle without dents or rust they are obligated to make some dents and park it out back until the rust appears before selling it. I think that requirement is written into their contract with uncle sugar. :)
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