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Topic: Axle problem discovery (any ideas) |
petesilfven
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 12:00 pm Subject: Axle problem discovery (any ideas) |
Rust pits are excellent stress risers. Eventually they can develop into cracks and breakage of the axle. |
Topic: Free Manuals |
petesilfven
Replies: 0
Views: 4889
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Forum: Announcements, News, Humor Posted: Mon Oct 01, 2007 12:39 pm Subject: Free Manuals |
I have uploaded 2 free tech manuals for anyone who cares to download them:
Willys Industrial Engines: http://www.box.net/shared/static/0tjkeo7s2t.pdf
PE-95 Generators: http://www.box.net/shared/ ... |
Topic: id this jacket |
petesilfven
Replies: 15
Views: 24663
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Forum: Announcements, News, Humor Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2006 5:38 pm Subject: id this jacket |
That's not as heavy as a Navy foul weather jacket. The straps and buckles at the waist sure look like WWII practice, though. |
Topic: Where are our MUG SHOTS??? |
petesilfven
Replies: 42
Views: 90509
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Forum: Announcements, News, Humor Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2006 5:27 pm Subject: Where are our MUG SHOTS??? |
Me driving, my brother riding. Memorial day parade this year.
http://www.surfacezero.com/g503/data/840/medium/IMG_0874.JPG |
Topic: Douglass Connectors |
petesilfven
Replies: 7
Views: 9857
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2006 5:14 pm Subject: Douglass Connectors |
You need an Ideal Buchanan C-24 crimp tool. A bit pricey, but the mil-spec ones cost even more.....
http://electrical.gillroys.com/Electrical_tools/Crimping_Tool-s514526.html |
Topic: high amperage system |
petesilfven
Replies: 5
Views: 8283
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2006 5:00 pm Subject: high amperage system |
I have a 100 amp kit for an M38A1. It uses a four groove pulley setup, and the regulator box is on the firewall on the left side. The rectifier stacks mount behind the grille in front of the radiator, ... |
Topic: Exhaust Pipe question |
petesilfven
Replies: 16
Views: 26156
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2006 4:42 pm Subject: Exhaust Pipe question |
In a practical way, it isn't really important to use brass nuts except on studs. If a nut/bolt assembly seizes up, just twist it off and use new hardware, which would be the correct thing to do anyway ... |
Topic: M38A1 Carb Problem |
petesilfven
Replies: 3
Views: 5995
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Thu Aug 03, 2006 1:57 pm Subject: M38A1 Carb Problem |
It's probably a piece of dirt in the float needle assembly. Give it a couple of raps with a plastic mallet where the fuel line connects and try again. If that doesn't work, you'll have to pull the top ... |
Topic: electrical system, M38A1 |
petesilfven
Replies: 4
Views: 7296
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Thu Aug 03, 2006 1:43 pm Subject: electrical system, M38A1 |
No, the new one takes its place. |
Topic: electrical system, M38A1 |
petesilfven
Replies: 4
Views: 7296
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Fri Jul 21, 2006 2:52 pm Subject: electrical system, M38A1 |
The number 10 wire is spliced to the number 10 wire at the connector for the original generator regulator, and the number 12 wire goes to the number 12 wire behind the instrument panel. I have the ins ... |
Topic: Amp gauge |
petesilfven
Replies: 5
Views: 6860
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Fri Jul 21, 2006 2:39 pm Subject: Amp gauge |
Put a rag over the battery terminal so you don't short it out.
Given a choice between the voltmeter and ammeter, I prefer the voltmeter. It more accurately reflects the condition of the charging s ... |
Topic: Carb rebuild |
petesilfven
Replies: 5
Views: 7107
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Wed Jul 05, 2006 8:50 pm Subject: Carb rebuild |
All you will need to do is to replace the two diaphragms with new ones that are compatible with modern fuels. Unfortunately, you'll need to buy the whole kit to get them. Get the good kit from either ... |
Topic: Tips on double clutching.............. |
petesilfven
Replies: 8
Views: 12010
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Wed Jun 28, 2006 8:42 am Subject: Tips on double clutching.............. |
When the syncros are a bit worn, double clutching can be a useful technique.
My personal preference when upshifting is to just momentarily pause in neutral and give the gears a chance to slow down ... |
Topic: Mirror |
petesilfven
Replies: 3
Views: 5544
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Mar 19, 2006 9:42 am Subject: Mirror |
On an M38A1, it's easy to mount a center mirror. I used a bracket from an M151. Replace the two bolts that hold the hood open latch with longer ones, and drill the M151 bracket to match. Attach the br ... |
Topic: Transmission front bearing part number. |
petesilfven
Replies: 2
Views: 5107
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Tue Feb 07, 2006 4:54 pm Subject: Transmission front bearing part number. |
The number should be stamped on the side of the bearing races. Just take the bearing down to the bearing supply house, and they will match it for you. |
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