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My truck, which is about 120 miles out of Govt service, appears to have a tank full of red (non-taxed) off road diesel. I didn't put it in there. Does the U.S. Govt use offroad diesel?

As the title says, buzzer inop but warning lights work correctly and shut off at the appropriate pressure/parking brake disengagement. I always look at the gauges anyway but as annoying as this buzzer is I need to get it working. Is the fix replacing the FSWM or am I missing something here? I...

I installed a block heater Friday (from NAPA PN Kat30101)...quite easy to do. I used the forward inspection cover because its easiest to get to. It took far longer to drain and refill than install. I did let it sit overnight since the brand I installed recommends both a gasket and sealant...

I recently purchased a 1985/2010 M923a1 and I am currently reading my TM. I am doing this because even as an experienced MV owner, I don't know what I need to know about 5 tons. But I am learning a lot. One thing I have noticed is that my ABS light doesn't illuminate for the 3 seconds when the...

I have owned several old deuces, an M37 and 2 M1028s, and many civilian Cummins trucks... but no 5 tons. I want a 5 ton now but I am not as well informed as I should be. Hopefully some of you can enlighten me with some facts and your experiences and opinions. I have looked at both A1 and A2 and...

When I shut off my 1028 and open the hood I notice a slight hissing sound that is coming from the battery vent caps. If I crack one open a slight amount of gas escapes and the hissing stops from that cell, ditto the others. Voltage is normal as measured by the truck guage, and also a quality...

I am going to change the gear oil (differentials) in my m1028. Are any additives or friction modifiers needed or recommended? Has anyone ever used synthetics and are there any benefits? Thanks

I tested my batteries today. Engine off the front is approx 13.0vdc and so is the rear. Engine running the front is approx. 14.5 vdc to 15.3 vdc and the rear is the same. Is this normal resting and charging voltage?. The reason I checked it is because the gen 2 light will periodically flash on...

i want to install a napa battery disconnect.do i need to unhook anything prior to doing this on my m1028? btw great site. have had several mv's but have learned more on SS than i have in 20+ years in the auto business.