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    Help... Fuel Leak Problem....

    I've got a fuel leak and am not sure what to do about it. The pictures are from a LDT-465 Multifuel Motor. Off of the top of the turbo there is a fitting on the left hand side with a rubber hose attached (Where the yellow ring is shown.) The left hand side of this fitting is leaking fuel when...
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    M35A2 Alternator Issues...

    Well, I've got an alternator that decided to take a crap on me. Anyone have any leads as to where to get a new one? Are these 24V 60A Alternators Rebuildable by any Alternator Shop? Thanks for your help, I've been googling the part numbers and so far nothing really. Thx,
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    Pertronix Conversion?

    Anyone ever done a points to Pertronix conversion on a M35? I have a 1953 Reo M35 with a Continental OA331 Gasser Motor. The distributor is a Delco-Remy M# 1111556, S# 3 B 11, CW Rotation, Military Ordnance # 7762685. Anyone have any leads or ideas on how to and what part numbers to use for a...
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    Garwood 10K Lb. Winch ?

    Mod, please feel free to move this to the appropriate location. Not sure where to post this. I remember reading up on Winch Cable Maintenance before but my search skills on SS are terrible and haven't found an answer that I'm looking for. I have a Deuce with a Garwood 10,000 Lb. winch. It...
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    Rockwell 2.5T Front Axles...

    Anyone have a good source for a couple of front Rockwell Axles for a 2.5 T Deuce? Just curious if there is anything perhaps in Southern California. Just had a fellow ask me today if I knew of anyone. He's got a truck that he'd like to do a "Quad Steer". Out of state shipping would be quite a...
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    Horn Button Help...

    Ok, I'm getting frusterated. I had to take apart the steering wheel, column, and pitman arm so that I could move the gear box to replace the output seal. Now that that is all done, I'm reassembling the whole deal. Almost completed, and now I can't figure out how the heck the horn button goes...
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    Stearing Gear Box Problem...

    So, my stearing gear box has been noisy for a while. When I turn the wheel is makes a load screaching sound. So, I decided to check the gear box and found that the previous owner removed the fluid (Gear oil per the TM) and filled it up with grease. I then removed as much grease as possible...
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    TM for M105A1 Trailer

    Does anyone have any or all of the TM's for an M105A1 Trailer? I briefly checked the TM section but didn't come across any. Thanks,
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    Turn Signal/Hazard Problems...

    Okay, here's the deal. My rear wiring harness on my M35 was shot. So, I pulled it out, cut off the metal 8 Pin & 12 Pin Connectors and made my own new wiring harness. Not really all that difficult. So, I grab my trusty TM and wire it per the schematic. I also added 2 addional wires for...
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    Thermostat for OA-331 Continental

    Does anyone know where I can find a thermostat for a Continental OA-331 Gasser motor. I've checked my usual suppliers and they have stats for the Multi-Fuel but not the gasser. Any leads or Part Numbers (Maybe a Napa Part #) would be appreciated. Thanks guys!
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    Graffiti Removal off of Canvas... Any Suggestions?

    Ok, well, my Duece got tagged this weekend. :evil: :evil: :evil: I'm getting P O'd with this ruthless and inconsiderate gang bangers and wannabee's... Anyone have any suggestions on how to remove spray paint from canvas? I can deal with the tagging on the body, just paint right over it...
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    Sprag Not Engaging...

    Anyone got any ideas on what to look for when the sprag doesn't engage? Would I need to pull the transfer case to repair this? Is there is a simple fix to this problem? (Well nothing is really simple, but I'm hopeful.) Anyways, went to Stoddard Wells a few months ago with the clan and when...
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    Overheating Wheel Hubs???

    Okay, I finally got the deuce all back together and am getting prepared for this weekends convoy to Stoddard Valley. I took the truck to the car show this evening for kicks... Was late, but did have a chance to talk to a few people. Anyways, I drive back to my office to park the truck...
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    OA331 Gasser Conversion to MF

    Ok... Not sure if this is normal or if there is something wrong. My 53 Reo M35 has a Continental OA331 Gasser. I've replaced the plugs and wires with new, flushed all the fluids, cleaned the Oil Bath Air Filter and connected up all the hoses that the previous owner left hanging around. My...
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    Continental OA331 Gasser Conversion?

    Is it possible to convert a Continental OA331 Gasser motor to use Propane or LPG? If so, is it possible to make it a dual fuel using both propane/LPG and Gas (1 at a time of course). Thinking about gas mileage, which would be cheaper to operate? Just curious. I was thinking whether or not it...
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    Brakes! Grease Seals and Bearings Question...

    Okay, so I got the Deuce on jack stands, and am working on both of the rear axle brakes. After removing the Wheels, I found evidence of my seals leaking on the drivers side for both axles. So, I removed the drums & hubs from both axles and found that the drivers side bearings were saturated...
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    Removing the brake drum - Stuck???

    Any good tips on removing the brake drums without having to pull the axles? The TM said to remove the tire and then remove all the outer (smaller) nuts and washers. Then pry off the drum. Sounds easy, but I couldn't get my drums to break loose, even after soaking in liquid wrench. Also...
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    Reinstalling Yokes after replacing the pinon seals...

    Quick question, I just replaced the pinion (Driveshaft) seals for all my differentials and the front of the transfer case. When you reinstall the 1-1/4" nut that holds the yoke in place, how tight do you crank it down? Can you use an impact wrench and crank it down till it seats and then...
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    FONTANA Scrap Yard Run!!! Anyone care to join?

    BigMike, Let's see if we can get the fellas at the yard to open up for us on Saturday, September 29, 2007. Hopefully the weather is good because I'll be driving the Deuce down there. Let me know if you interested. I also have an new friend that wants to check it out too. Anyone else game for...
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    Proper Oil Pressure Range Question...

    Anyone know what the proper operating oil pressure range is for a OA331 Gasser Motor? It's for my 1953 Reo M35. My exisiting oil pressure guage shows 0-60 PSI and starts off at around 35 PSI Cold and then drops to around 20 PSI after warmed up and driving around for a while. I was looking at...
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