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    help please

    I am trying to check the cam timiing on an MEP003 and I am confused on the number 1 cylinder. TM indicates the number 1 is located next to the blower. If that is the case the cam/crank timing marks indicate they are set on the number 4 cylinder. I am confused TM only reference the number 1 in...
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    trailer m103a3

    Are there any power plant trailers in the houston tx. area. I thnk these are the m103a3 trailer plaese correct me if wrong. I have a couple of mep003's to mount.
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    Sherman Williams Color Code

    I have completed the 70 and 71 M35's mechanical. Both trucks are now running great and no leaks. So I am now gretting ready to star the body and paint work. I will not be going back with the 3 color camo 383, but going with the OD green and white stars as originally painted. Sherman Williams...
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    Please save me

    Well the man I bought the truck from was generous enough to deliver the truck to me. Good man for doing that. The truck is rough, and you can see it has had a hard life. Looks like every person has hacked on it just to keep it going. Parts are missing and rust, but the running gear looks good...
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    Please save me

    I agree....seeing an MV going to the scrap yard is heatbreaking to say the least. It has been many years since I have done a frame off restore of a vehicle with 4 wheels. I mostly restore motorcycles. So this will be fun. txdodge43man Do you know a Coy that is a member of the museum and...
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    Please save me

    truck Well I just bought it....... Looks like I have another project to keep me busy for a while. I am excited I have always wanted one of these. Hope I didnt do bad on this. Will try to pick it up this weekend. Then I went to check the mail and my first AARP card came in today. I just...
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    Pyrometer

    pyrometer thanks for the info. One of my truck while at idle will have a steady stream of ver faint black smoke from the exhaust. I can also smell burnt diesel. Sounds like wet stack at idle. Truck runs great with plenty of power. Do i need to turn down the droop setting alittle?
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    Pyrometer

    Does anyone know where I can order a pyrometer? I am wanting to calibrate the fuel system after I bypass the FDC's.
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    USMC Kawasaki KL650A SOLD on GL!

    The engine used the the MT500 harley is the same motor that we used on flat track racking. Harley is high because of name. I think the bike was orginally the ATK that harley bought out. You cant go wrong with a rotax engine. It beats Kawasaki engine hands down.
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    I heard a SNAP and got that sudden sinking feeling!

    There is a wood repair product that you can use without spending alot of money to repair/replace the wood items on your truck. One of my hobbies was restoring wood hull boats and yahts. There is a product out there call West System that is used in restoring wood compoments on boats. It is a 2...
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    Transfere Case Oil

    While inspecting one of my other m35's the transfer oil level is full but I noticed that the oil is a redish rust color. Needless to say this rased a red flag. This truck has not been driven very much, do to not completing all nessessary TM's and I have noticed no unusual noise from the transfer...
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    USMC B'day pictures

    Now thats a "Ma Duece"
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    Fuel Gage Always On Full

    here what I have found...... Remove the instrument plate from the dash board. Flip the 2 wires that are connected to the fuel gauge, then turn on the acessory switch. One of my trucks was connected backwards and always indicated full. If not return the wires back to there original position...
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    Need help with registration in texas

    If they have trouble at your tax accessor office have them call the League City Tx (galveston co.) office, and talk to the supervisor. She has done many of these trucks and can walk them though the process.
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    Need help with registration in texas

    Here what you need to do if you are going for the Former MV. For former MV a plate is optional. I do not have plates on my trucks. I stenciled the numbers on the bumpers. Inspection is not required Weigh scale is not required. Fromer MV plate are $50 for 5 years. When you go to...
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    Mep 903

    Has anyone had any history knowledge of a MEP903 10kw 110v 60 Hz Generator? Form what I have read they are an APU that runs at 3600 rpm diesel. The engine is by kubota 3 cylinder. They are designed to be mount on a vehicle Can’t find much info about them on the internet. Any info would help.
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    in tank fuel pump dead

    Got my pumps on friday. Olympic control is a great bunch of guys to work with. Highly recommended and very helpful. Thanks for letting me know about them.
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    Powder coating oven????

    I do alot of powder coating for motorcycles in my shop. The working temp for powder coating is 375 to 400 degree F. For small items I use and old electric oven. For larger items I have a Propane oven.
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    in tank fuel pump dead

    Thats Ok.....my boss is saying I am spending to much time on the trucks. Back to work on the house I go.
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    in tank fuel pump dead

    Ordered the pumps from Olympic, but there is a back order and will not ship till mid sept.
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