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This is the block heater I used. Just look around on the web for them. I got one for around $45, I think.
Here is the tread with the P/N.
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?13501-NHC-250-Block-Heater-Inst-(PICS)
I started my M923A1 in Jan. when it was 18 degrees, It took about 5-10 sec. to start, but it fried right up.
But I would think you would need good batteries.
I did order some block heaters for the NHC250's. The with the newer motors in the A2's would start a lot better.
The control valve move in and out. If I remember pull the shaft out to move the winch in and push the valve in to run the winch out.
I am guessing the valve in frozen in place. Also you may need a new cable.
Jon, It is always fun to pickup a truck, but If you have to fly in to get it and have no tools that would be low on the list. But do able.
Having it shipped is the safest way to get your truck. It may cost a little more but you know it will get there for that cost.
When you drive a truck you...
I do not think the light comes on when you put it in low range.
They sometimes can be hard to get into low.
Are you sure the airlock on the transfer case is unlocking when you push the button on the shiftier.
I put the wrecker to work building some shade for it and other trucks and used it to work on my Grader.I could of used a lift, btu it was more fun with the M936.
Man I wanted the sand bags!!! Thay may have gold coins in them....LOLIf you have trouble on your way back feel free to call. I am just west of Phoenix.PM for number if you want it.
You have to change the color after you cut and paste.
I have one mount and one mud flap if anyone is interested.
The mud flap bar has a little bend in it, works just fine.
10wt oil comes in it from the Military. But I think any good hyd fluid would work fine if you change all of the old out first.
I put 10wt back in my m936.