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  1. Tackettr

    M923 Air leak problem

    Gentlemen, My M923 losses air from the secondary tank when the brake pedal is held, like at a stop light. It will bleed down and activate the low air warning system. There is a hissing sound from the intake stack while this is occurring. I have check all lines and diaphrams/canisters and...
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    Source for Sliding Window Felt

    I have searched on here, the internet, and all local parts stores with no luck. I need the felt that goes around the sliding window on a rear hardtop. It's for an M925 but I think they are the same on all M series. Any help would be great. Thanks.
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    939 Series Parts

    Does anyone have any leads on a supplier of 939 series parts?
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    Hard Top from Macon, GA to OKC, OK

    Looking for someone to help get a hard top for a 5 ton back to OKC from Macon GA. Please contact me if you can help. Thanks!
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    New Super Singles on my 817

    I spent a couple days at my dad's putting new wheels & tires (HEMMT Combat rims & Goodyears) on my 817. The closeups are of the rear wheels using the standard lug bolts and nuts. the front I used the budd thimbles & nuts. I just wanted everyone to see how much thread you would have doing it...
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    Stud length on Rear axles

    Hey guys I'm about to put HEMMT 2-peice combat rims on my 817. I need tp verify that the rear axle studs are long enough without using the budd sockets? Is this correct? I know I will have to use them on the front. My plan is to use the normal studs & nuts in the rear and budd sockets &...
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    Norman OK Christmas Parade HELP NEEDED!!!!

    The Norman area Blue Star Mothers would like to have a Military Truck to ride in for the parade. They have registered and just need a vehicle or 2. I'm not sure if I can make it. Can any other Oklahoma Convoy members help out!!! Please let me know ASAP. Thanks, below are the details...
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    2010 Gathering of the Guard in Purcell, OK Aug 21st.

    Gathering of the Guard in Purcell, OK Aug 21st. Mr. James approach us prior to the Edmond 4th of July parade and asked if we would be interested in this parade? See link below. I'm not sure if I can make it but will try. It would be nice to have a few OKC area guys make it. Let me know...
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    PTO Poppet washer

    I just rebuilt my PTO and having problems shifting it. The copper washer that fits on the poppet retainer looks pretty flat. When I tighten the poppet retainer down it puts too much force on the shifter rail and locks it in place. I can't budge the shift lever even with my foot! If I back...
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    PTO stud lengths

    Does any one know the length of the studs for the winch PTO? I'm guessing 1 1/4 "? Maybe 1 3/8"? Also, are they 3/8" NC on both sides or separated then 3/8" NF on the end for the nut? Thanks for any help. I'm hoping I get some at NAPA today.
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    2010 Edmond, OK 4th of July Parade

    It is time again for the 4th of July Parade!!!:grin::grin::grin: I submitted the paperwork today and put us down for 14 vehicles (Max). I expect the plan to be simular to last year, more to follow for anyone new this year. Date: Saturday 3 July 2010 Please mark your calendars!!!!!!!! See...
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    PTO Part

    My PTO is missing the poppet ball for the shifting rail. I have tore apart some old bearings trying to find one that will work but all were too small. Does anyone know where I can possibly find one local and have any information on the correct size? I have no clue how the size is determined...
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    Motor City Mechanics (Poor Ole Deuce)

    I watched some show a couple nights age, I think it was named Motor City Mechanics. Looked like a spin off of Monster Garage. Anyway they took a duece:evil: and a corn combine to make a monster moble corn roaster. It was sad to see them take a torch to good ole "Steel...
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    M817 or 5 ton Wiring Diagram

    Does anyone have or know where I can find a wiring diagram for my M817? The military cut the trailer receptacle off and I have to replace it. Luckily they left the tags on the wires. I have a diagram for the deuce but not for sure if the tags are the same. Any help would be great!:-D
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    Dump truck tailgate tricks???

    After I got my M817 home, my dad and I was just standing around looking at it and wondered. How to you get the tailgate from the "rocker" mode to the "normal" swing open mode? I'm not talking about, pull the pins, push up the gate, and put in pins. :-D How did soldiers in the field do it...
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    M817 Tach Cable

    Does anyone know if the duece tach cable will work on the 809 series 5 tons? I have a new replacement cable that works on the duece but the numbers don't match the parts book for the 5 ton or the duece. My 817 is at my dad's farm so I can't just walk out and check it. I'm trying to get parts...
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    TM help

    I can down-load every TM for the 809 series except TM 9-2320-260-20. I think this is the one I really need for changing fuel filters. Can anyone help me out. I have an 817 to recover this weekend and have been told it may need some filters. This is my first 5 ton so I'm trying to get...
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    My Cheap and Easy Parade Top

    I have been thinking of a way to put a Parade Top on and came up with this solution. It is just a standard 9x12 tarp from the local hardware store. I first cut some wood spacers 10" long to drop down in the sides to raise up the bows to allow most people to stand up. Then took the tarp and...
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    Air-O-Matic Question

    I just picked up my Air-O-Matic kit today for my Deuce and I decided to do an inventory of it. It seems to be all there but the air hose is suppose to be cut into 3 lengths and connectors placed on the ends. The pictures show the hose and connectors. Nothing calls for any type of clamp to go on...
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    Cammo Cargo Covers???

    How is the Cammo pattern applied to the vinyl cargo covers? Is it just paint? I have one solid green one and one that looks like it is just faded paint. Has anyone painted these covers and had good luck with it sticking?
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