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I have a 1992 MH612. Pics in my gallery.

As others and I said before....do a used oil analysis. Lots of value for a few $$.

Chrysler changed from using LH threads around 1973. I owned a 1973 Duster 340 and it had RH threads all around.

Hopefully this week if it ever stops raining. I am anxious to do my first hookup....with the trailer that is. And there will be pics.

At the farm where I store my MH, I saw this R795S dump sitting there this morning. Note the driver's door inside handle.

Yea, and make sure you get the cereal number!

This morning I connected the batteries in the MH and it started after about 2 revolutions. Built up air pressure, moved it back and forth a few times, shutdown, and drained tanks. Whew....alot of work in one day for an old fart. Then after lunch I drove by the ODFL terminal. There sitting all alone was the trailer. Looks just as good as it does in the AZ pictures. Another fifth wheel question...is there any lubrication needed on the locking mechanism or pivot?

What scraper?

Dave, MH is spring rear suspension. Trailer is in Altoona already! Dang I need to get my A$$ in gear!!!

Good lookin' flyer Barry! I marked my calendar.

Pics definitely bring back memories. Thanks again and again.....

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Received an email from ODFL...trailer is in Indy and should be in Altoona Thursday or Friday. I may swing by and take some pics this weekend. Need to get my ass butt in gear and get the MH ready to roll next week. I just hope the air lines and cable on my MH are okay. Stopping by Watt's on Wednesday and getting new gladhand seals. Received the title and inspection papers today (Tuesday).

I guess sideways pics are better than no pics....maybe... 2341 - at least you will not have to recharge the A/C.

JT - nice nice nice!!!! Tires are likely flat spotted from sitting so long. Check them for dry rot. Good luck and keep us posted of your progress. Again....nice find!!!

Nice looking sidewinder. I like the color combination.

David - good point about the lines. I will have to look at the right side. The MH has dual tanks and I was thinking about removing the right tank and installing a step toolbox. Someone suggested I keep the tank. If I keep the tank, I could install steps like the left side. I already have a deck plate and I think I saw a handrail attachment. Good suggestions....nice of you to spend my money!

JT, You are making progress. The air brakes will not release until you build up minimum pressure until then it will keep "popping out". Don't quote me but I think it is 60-70 psi. A major air leak will definitely keep you from building pressure. Someone on here mentioned the air compressor governor, that could be stuck (governor regulates 90-120psi). Did you have oil pressure?

Welcome back! The bonfire explains the "warm" weather. I need to light one off too.

Nice lookin Mack.

Yes, what do you have in mind?

Somehow I don't think the instructions would be concerning trailer hookup...perhaps another hookup instead.

Thanks again everyone for all the trailer hookup instructions and grease info. I think I am ready to give it a try. David - a door in the front would be a good idea. Then I would not need stairs or ladder.