Re: [MV] Need info M135

Walter Stolar (stolar@mhd1.moorhead.msus.edu)
Sun, 8 Mar 1998 23:11:44 -0600 (CST)

Craig,

My friend has such a vehicle. He likes it during snow storms, except for
the 5 mpg he gets.

Transfer case is a dog-clutch style, therefore when the there is wheel
slippage in the rear, the front automatically engages. I think the
slippage factor needs to be about 7-10% before the front engages.

The t/c is single speed, but the transmission has a dual range setting to
it. Can't recall exactly how it works, maybe someone else on the list can
comment on this.

Boyce Equipment offers a service where they can convert the t/c case to a
2speed unit with a conventional lever selection of 6 wheeldrive, so you
don't have to rely on wheel slippage to engage the front wheels.

There is a tendency for these GM straight sixes to crack the exhaust
manifolds.

Am I right to think your in Canada? I could give you the name to my
friend who still has his truck. He lives in Winnipeg.

Walter in MN

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