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Sounds to me like a bad check valve in the system.

The first number is the cold or winter number. There is not much difference in the viscosity between 10W and 15W. The best thing to do in the winter (extreme cold) is switch to a full synthetic oil, either a 5W-40 or 10W-30. You may experience some oil consumption with the lighter oils. So check the oil level regularly. It is okay to use 15W-40 during the spring/summer/fall months. Make sure it is a CJ-4 Diesel oil. As for the Cummins...likely a lot of soot causing the thickness.

Station wagons have been the "hot item" the past several years.

Yea, drag it to the curb and like magic it will disappear overnight.

Plug it in and give it a try. If the generator is not big enough, it should trip the circuit breaker. 120V block heaters are in the 800-1500 watt range.

That is ONE LONG extension cord! I think the generator would be best. Plug in your battery charger too. Of course the next question is...what is the generator rating?

That's why Lee made the BIG BUCK$. Did you know there is a K car club? Other than the organizer, I wonder how many members?

I am no electrician but I would suggest a 12 or 14. How far from receptacle to plug?

Plug in the heater and after an hour the block should feel warm near the heater. You may need to let it plugged in overnight. You may want to pour some winter fuel additive in the fuel tank so when you get it started the additive will get mixed with the fuel.

How long did you plug in the heater? Does the engine turn over? If so, do you get white smoke out the exhaust stack? Starting fluid is last resort in my book but if you do, use it very sparingly.

Are your batteries fully charged? If so, does the starter engage with the flywheel? Engine coolant heater? If no coolant heater, place a heat lamp under the oil pan to heat the oil. Place plywood or tarps around the front and sides of the truck to keep the heat under the engine. A couple light bulbs in the engine compartment will help too.

Gee, I had a recent similar issue with a MH613. I must be in the wrong bizness. Maybe I should buy and resell for twice the original price. Hmmmm My dad always said, "buy low sell high" but it seems I "buy high and sell low". Maybe I should have listened to Dad.

Don't you just love it when you contact a seller (by phone or email) and they NEVER reply?

Welcome back. To post pics, click on the "More Reply Options" then at the bottom you can attach your files.

Does this low idle set procedure work for VMAC I?

Cool looking red B. The inside of the black B looks like Freightrain Larry's.

Hey Yardo...if you want some snow, let me know. I will ship you some from Ohio. My Aunt called last night and told me about 6" in central PA. Maybe I can be a weather forecaster....um..."it's winter, it will be cold most of the time with some snow. Check back in April for details."

MIke, I agree (about the posting) but I do not have a problem with you buying it. You knew about it first so go for it. It will go to a good home. Will not break my heart....just let me drive it at least once. Received specs from Museum... 27 trucks on this GSO, EMZ675 engine, 237hp?, 1076 transmission, 4.00 ratio, 188" wb, originally white cab/hood, 10.00-20 tires, Red Dot a/c between seats, personalized steering wheel "FLEXI-VAN TRUCK RENTAL", and dual 100gal fuel tanks.

I thought I would start a new thread on this item. The CL ad is deleted but the unit is still for sale. The guy who is the contact got pissed at the owner (his wife's uncle). He said he would still send pics (not holding my breath). This is getting interesting and frustrating. Stay tuned.

UPDATE: Seller wants to sell both together. He is sending better pics. I will let you know what happens and start a new thread on the U685T once I get better pics. I am pedaling as fast as I can. UPDATE #2 - Just received another email from the seller. He said several people were interested "but no money" has been sent. Sounds like first one with the money wins. So much for making a list in order of contact. I can't get there until middle of next week and I don't buy from pictures (especially dark ones) unless they are VERY DETAILED. I get the feeling he does not want to bother sending pics and first one with the money wins (Maybe I should change my selling habits. I guess I am too nice of a guy). My money is too tight to "throw it away" on something that has sat for 10+ years. Time will tell. P.S. The number listed in the ad is incorrect.

About 5" of snow here in NW Canton. Waiting to see what happens at the PA farm. Hopefully will stay east. But as Randy said..."measure after it is over".

Fred - sent you a PM. Of course you could try contacting the vvvvv....old Mack Powertrain plant in Hagerstown.

Keith - let's make a deal.

Welcome back! You have a lot of reading to do. At least I hope you still have the most important thing...your health. And the F is a close second!

The U listed on Reading CL is a U685T. I am on it like stink on $hit. Stay tuned. Waiting for details and more (and better) pics.