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So a quick follow up as I was finally able to spend time on my 1097R1 this long weekend. I pulled the glow plugs after a few curse words as the one on the front left of the engine ( #1 cylinder , right?) was a bit swollen and required some vice grips and prying. As least I had a lot of work...
That sounds pretty straight forward- thanks.
Okay, follow up question knowing that I don't have my HMMWV near me at the moment: Are there any marks/lines/dots/etc. on the crank pulley or harmonic balancer that I can use to tell which cylinder is TDC? Or is it easy to tell by looking/probing...
What's the best way to slowly turn an engine over by hand in a 6.5L n/a hummer? I know I can "find" a way to do it but I'm sure there is a best practice where I won't strip or break something in the process.
Haha! Isn't that because of the large federal prison around there? As a kid going to the coast with the family, I remember seeing highway signs saying "Do not pick up hitchhikers". When I asked my dad about it he said it was to help prevent escapees from getting rides. After that I was...
I didn't mess with the fuel filter as I completely bypassed it using the garden sprayer. But yes, you're correct, I need to look at it as it is a possible issue. I ran out of time this weekend before I could get to removing the filter (and I'm still waiting on a new one to show up).
I did put...
I did exercise the springs and levers. When I removed the IP cover, I could tell they were goo'ed up and not moving even though I could hear the solenoid click. A little bit of carb cleaner got them freed up. I sucked all the gunk out of the IP cavity and then filled it back up with clean...
Just picked up a M1097R1 from GP. The auction description it stated no batteries so nothing was operationally tested. I knew it would be a bit of a gamble but from the pics it was clean enough for me to roll the dice but now it's sitting on the trailer with a crank-no start issue. I have a...
Haha! Yes, I agree with you completely. I misunderstood as I thought you were talking about printing the arm itself. Sorry, I was stuck on a lot of information I get about 3D printing of metal parts for prototyping. I think I'm good with finding a knob. I was just going to weld a threaded...
Yes, I tried the usual folks like Memphis, Midwest, Army6x6, Oskosh, etc. Usually google will pull up a few items on the NSN or part number but none at this time. This is such a minor simple part that fabbing one up is probably the way to go.
DeMil- I appreciate the offer to 3d print one...
After no one replied for a couple days, I did start thinking about fabbing one up. I don't have a plasma cutter so was thinking maybe using 1/4" thick, 1" wide flat stock from the orange big box store. Would make a reverse L-shape and like you said, any cool knob on top would suffice. I...
M929A2 dump truck. As subject says, I need a replacement lever to engage the PTO in the cab but I've not had luck in the usual sources. It's thingy #12 (and 10, 11 preferably) in the attached sheets from the -24P. Any non-obvious sources I should try?
With the pump off and I'm researching rebuild options, what other things do I need to consider?
-Bumping up the HP would be nice as this is my "parade" M923 that's about to be singled out with 16.00s. I'm assuming a bump will help with bigger tires but have no idea what's a good bump without...
I looked at Wes's video on removing the PT pump and decided I could take a swing at pulling off it quickly. Within an hour (including watching Wes's video) it was boxed and in back of my truck as I head back home. Thanks, Wes.
And yes, the front looks good- spins freely but the gear pump on...
I was afraid of that. Okay- I'll do the research on R&R of the fuel pump as I think it requires a special half moon wrench. It may be a bit before I can remove the pump as I'm out all next month but it doesn't look too bad as a project. Just need to figure out what to do with the pump once...
I pulled the dampener and intake fitting off and had Soldier B crank. Looks like the gear pump is not turning, right?
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Are you referring to the banjo bolt on the outside of the pump closest to the front of the engine with a line running down the side of the engine and back to the tank? If so that is an overflow valve to keep the fuel pressure in the PT pump at a constant pressure. Like you said, the little...
You may want to see if you can "de convert" back to 24v while it's back at Memphis. I know it sucks paying double for nothing but it might be better in the end.
Lastly, there a many, many 24v to 12v dc converters available on Amazon built for exactly what you're looking to do. Lots of folks...