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Hi all. Very general stuff. I Reviewed how the A1's, with the big Cummings works compared to the newer A2's, like mine. In general, how do the newer M809's stack up to the A2's in civilian "work life"? Any major differences in low end pull, very different top road speed, or the like? Not out to...

Hi all. Recent post got me thinking- next time I buy some tires, it might be smart to try to use run flat on steer axle. Are they A-Symmetric? If so, what way do you mount the "thin side" before the run flat rib-thing? Also, will the groves in the bead-lock part work with the air inlet for an...

Hi all. 1 of the 4 (Military, #6 size) batteries crapped out. Reads just over 10V when I split up the 2 banks and test. Pair of #31 probably on the list, after Christmas bills clear. Until then- should I run 2 of the military ones, or leave all 4 and top off before a winter start? Thanks.

Hi all. I'm gonna sound like a bonehead here- Other tires I bought (Super Singles) had bead locks inside. For "bare tires" , do I squeeze bead locks inward , then install- pry ,tire beads wide to put in bead lock, or both? Lastly- can I reuse bead locks "almost forever" if they look OK? thanks!

Have a 925A2 5 Ton. Can I sub the above tire size for the 14.00 r 20's? 14's are getting older, but I don't want to buy 7 now as only 1 or 2 are in need of upgrades. Thanks!

Hi al , have An A2, M25. Hauling some limestone and blew rearmost Goodyear Super single. Dislike changing them road-side, loaded. Anyway, Heard air loss Hiss- no "pop". In 100 or so yards tread completely separated, like tossing a recap, only tread stayed in a ring. Is this normal...

Hi all. My 5 ton A2 was USAF, had 2 cowl solar panels- about 5 1/2" X 4 1/2"each . Would like to change them- low volt output now. Were they a local- base thing, or a regular part that may be available surplus? Bought truck at local auction, so no history. I bought aftermarket "inverter" to...

Hi all, very basic question. If I change, drain, and maintain the large first filter, how often do I need to change the little one? Seams like it could last for decades.

Hi all, hope basic question- my A2 needed lots of cranking for a cold start yesterday. 1/2 way thru- engine off-I cracked the (military/big) fuel filter water drain. Was sucking air in. Does that prove any trouble? Thought that that might prove suction lines OK. Note that that filter was new...

Tire use question- I saw an add for 90% Michelin #15.5 R20 tires. Can I use them in front axle with my A2 5 ton with worn to 60% 14.00r20 super single rears? the listed dia is 47" for these and a bit more for new # 14 r20 tires. I don't lock my front axle unless offroad or snow covered roads...

Hi all, asking for a basic opinion. I have a "A2" 5 ton with Super Singles. Looking to keep it safe on a budget. Want to put on new fronts (old ones have weather cracks) and swap around the others as needed. Figure a rear flat unlikely to kill anybody until I free up cash for more tires ...

Hi all, Replaced my air dryer last year/ 100 miles ago with new old stock/ surplus. Now I get freeze-ups/ fail to unload. fixes self with warm up. Is this sign of bad top filter ? 24 V heater is hooked up at blow vlv. Thanks!

Hi all. Have a 5 ton A2. Just noticed that I have an air leak at the PRIMARY Air tank pressure tank switch, out the "weep hole" by its base. Is this normal?? It was just a fluke that I heard it as my ears are not "new". Does this switch only run the low air alarm? Thanks for the info! FWI.-...

Hi all, been shopping for some surplus tires for my 5 ton A2. Saw a listing for "Nato: treads." I have 4 Non Directional Michilens and pair Good years now. How do Nato types work? Good for fronts? OK to mix and match if I keep same axle to axle? Thanks!

Hi all. Have an A2 with 14 x 20 Super singles, both Good year and Michiline. Quick question, can I rotate them and change direction of rotation, that is Left To Right?? Want to put best on fr axle for safety. Thanks!

Hi all . Have 5ton A 2. The med duty fr wench likes a few hits with a rubber mallet to engage. Is that common? If not- what should I lube/ work on? Oil level (right side) OK. Thanks!

Hi all, "new Guy" type question. Have an A2 with the small turbo Cummings. Like to be able to adjust max fuel, and maybe install exhaust pyros some day. Question- are those little "tamper resistant" (bosh) screws, or fancy pop rivets? I ask as one resisted my cut slot and screwdriver and is...

Hi all, Wanted to add a little bit of fuel to my A2 on a budget. I read up about backing off the rack adjustment screw, and decided to give that a try. The tamper proof screw on the cover to that adjustment screw ruined my day after I mangled it, and the stud got stuck in the pump housing. Can I...

Hi all. Changing gaskets and noticed my no. 6 cylinder (area on head) was tapped clean thru to combustion chamber and tapped off (top) with a pipe plug. Thought little of it, till checked my "parts head" and noticed same. Was this a tap for compressed air or something? Also- I know modern...

Hi all. Have a 1991 A2 with 1400-20 tires. Understand that they are getting hard to get surplus good as obsolete and 395's generally recommended substitute. I'm asking if 395s on front and 14-20s on rears might be a budget friendly stop gap as a front blowout looks by far to be the most scary...