Re: [MV] Air shift front axle ?

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As I recall from my Army days, the 5 ton truck has an air assist gear shift
in the transmission. This is probably what you are hearing when you shift
gears. Not sure if it has an air shift front axle.

Ken

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From: "Mitchell K. Smith" <mksmith@ptd.net>
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Sent: Monday, June 26, 2000 3:43 AM
Subject: [MV] Air shift front axle ?

> On my M54A1C 5 tonner, when I shift into either 1st gear or reverse, I
> can hear an air actuated device engage/disengage.
>
> Does this mean I have an air shift front axle?
>
> Does that mean that in 1st or reverse I am in 6 wheel drive mode?
>
> Just trying to clear up my confusion....
>
> Thanks
> Mitch Smith
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