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    Soft top install

    . Flip the cover upside down, lay it over the front. Have a helper with you, slide the lip into the channel from the side. Left to right or vice versa doesn't matter... Then flip the cover over the cab, There should be some videos online as well...
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    Parasitic draw on batteries

    Not likely if you have the original start switch installed. Power should be completely cut off to the ignition system in the ENG STOP position, IMHO. Have you added any accessories?
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    Identifying cut wires under dash - M1165A1 REV

    . Actually missed another one, just below in blue... Man, this sucks. Sorry @GMVguy
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    Identifying cut wires under dash - M1165A1 REV

    . Looks like four or five bundles... Best of luck, and hopefully no electrical components fried during the cutting when wires shorted out. :cry:
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    Loss of power. White smoke.

    Come to think of it, is it definetly white smoke? Could it be a blue shade? The same guide also has a blue smoke section:
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    Loss of power. White smoke.

    . My uneducated guess is something electrical, like a solenoid, or sensor... Just as a gut feeling.
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    2011 M1167 Project

    Very nice looking truck, congrats. I didn't see the windshield wiper fluid tank, right next to the ESSS. Also, I am wondering why the air filter housing is removed... Also, it looks like you don't have windshields installed? And think about replacing the seatbelts with 3 point belts. Inspect...
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    Loss of power. White smoke.

    Here is an excerpt from the AM General troubleshooting guide regarding smoke:
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    Power Steering noise and problem

    You will be surprised how little effort it takes when the wheels are off the ground. Almost none at all...
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    Power Steering noise and problem

    . Most important: Jack the truck's entire front end and put on jack stands. Then you don't have any resistance while turning...
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    12k shock mod (Softer Ride)

    . I need to add that the chart above is for Radial tires, here is the chart in the Operators Manual for BIAS tires. So use depending on your needs.
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    12k shock mod (Softer Ride)

    Very impressive workmanship and ingenuity. Kudos! Have you (for improvement) considered lowering your tire pressure? What are you currently running? In my case, I found out (with the help of a few folks here on the forum) the curb weight plus driver and passenger calls for 15 and 18 PSI for my...
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    The Humvee takes off on its own like if someone flipped the "After Burner" switch.

    . It could be, but the OP also reports sudden speed increase, that wouldn't happen if it merely unlocks the TCC, IMO
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    Battery charging question

    . I've learned the hard way that some solar chargers actually drain batteries when it gets dark due to faulty diodes/resistors in the charge controller.
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    The Humvee takes off on its own like if someone flipped the "After Burner" switch.

    Silly question, have you inspected the throttle return spring next to the TPS, the one that pushes back on the accelerator cable? Should be a double wire spring.
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    Sound deadening, sound proofing - which have you done and what are your results?

    That’s probably the best way to figure out effectiveness. I think I’ll do the same thing. Possibly from head height of passenger and driver side as that is where I keep my ears usually, as well as finding the loudest areas such as tunnel, foot well areas, and others… Will post soon as I record...
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    First shakedown and I have a question about the fan clutch

    . Any specific source for the clutch? Thanks!
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    M998 blowing white smoke almost constantly

    EDIT: Actually I just now read that you are talking the 6.2L. My fault. Maybe this will help:
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    Sound deadening, sound proofing - which have you done and what are your results?

    . The factory installed insulation I have in my M1123 has a "channel" up front to where the water could drain over into the drain vent out the floor. Valid concern if one did seal the floor completely. Maybe easy enough to cut through the material with a long box cutter blade from underneath...
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    Sound deadening, sound proofing - which have you done and what are your results?

    I've read good things about about Kilmat, may be a good product to play with... Horse stall matts are also an avenue I've considered, the local TSC (Tractor Supply Company Stores) have a decent selection for a good price. Siless? First to hear of it, looks pretty good online. Soooooo many...
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