Excellent! You are a vocational school level instructor. The amount of hours fiddling with cameras and editing was probably more than the brake service time. Thank you!
I always think of things I should have said afterwards. I think I could have better explained the adjuster operation. Definitely more time making the video than the actual service 😃😆. I think that's mainly because I overshoot to make sure I get something I want and I have so much footage to sift through. 🤣
Well done!!! I will check to see if you added the brake tools you used that are particular to the FMTV in the description. I think I will be ordering some very soon!
I believe Ethan Turner will be producing the bolt-on tool and a link will be added when he is ready. I did see some on eBay. I just want to verify that the spoon I have also works on the front before I list it in the description. Also I want to check out the snap-on tool truck to see if there is one that might be better than the one I had.
Great video! I was trying to figure out how to adjust the brakes on my 1079 and now I have a complete understanding of how wedge style air brakes work!
Fastidious Restomods sent me over, a very helpful and explanatory video. I'm working on a MAN truck, which is a cousin of the Styer and LMTV. The brakes are not identical, but similar enough to let me know what to do.
Wow, thanks so much for the video. Two things that irk me about your video: 1- I spent more time getting the springs back on than you spent on the entire brake job 2- Now I have to do all the brakes on my truck At least it won't cost me a fortune like Sean's videos... Seriously, thanks so much for this. I read the TMs and followed them, but you gave me a much deeper understanding of it.
Thank you for this amazingly detailed video. It gives me so much more insight into my brakes and enough knowledge to get myself out of trouble when I do it myself!
THANK YOU!!! Great job, especially showing the functions of the parts. I know mine are in good shape now, but this will be immensely helpful come service time.
Thank you for the great videos. Mine came from the depot with a blown out rear tire and the rear axles caged. I am thinking of rebuilding the entire axle with the help of your other CTIS seals videos. What tool(s) did you use at the 1:55 to open up the brake itself *without killing yourself*? I have a suspicion rust may be a problem inside from the condition of the outside and not having a dust seal on any of them. A guy told me some horror stories when someone mistakenly unscrewed the bolt holding the two halves together when they thought they were unscrewing the caging bolt.
Ok agree with everyone. Great Video. I was telling you the adjuster goes on the bottom. You must have heard me. Just like yelling at the tv football game 😂
Hi Neil. Just watched this video again. Great reference. Did you use a standard grease for the brake fittings or special type? Also, I would recommend storing the caging bolts rather than leaving in the can. Had a bad experience with a a caging bolt where the thread broke off, allowing the large can spring movement. Yikes! Recommend paying close cage attention to the threads of these bolts and replacing them if there is any threads that are suspect. Appears someone overtightened the caging bolt, weakening the thread.
I just used a standard Grease. I would definitely not leave the bolt in the can. I just keep them in the toolbox instead of storing them in the storage spot.
Thank you for these videos! very helpful as I consider buying one of these, seeing the relative ease to maintain one. It looks to me like you flipped the fixed and adjustable plungers from top to bottom, does that matter? edit - I now see the correction on this part, Should've waited before posting?
What is the type of grease you used for lubricating all the wedge parts? Great video. I just picked up a 923a1 and thinking I would like to go through all the brakes to clean the old grease out and clean them all up so I know they’re good
@ Cool thanks. I just wanted to make sure it was rated for the higher temps around brakes and something that wouldn’t compromise the rubber boots. Your video made wedge brakes not seem so daunting to work on and is why I want to do the same you did on all 6 wheels so I know everything is in tip top shape. The guy I bought it from claims it has new brakes and he adjusted them before I bought it but… lol we know how that goes
Any good quality Grace will do just fine. The threads on the adjuster did not originally have grease in them so I just oiled them. I did not want to put thick grease in there I thought it might hinder the operation. The spiraled teeth around that barrel are pretty tiny and that is what spins the barrel on that adjuster so a light oil is best I think. That system is pretty well sealed up and should not have a corrosion problem. the most vulnerable point for water infiltration is where the canister threads into the caliper housing. That would be a good place for some anti-seize compound now that you mention it.
Excellent! You are a vocational school level instructor. The amount of hours fiddling with cameras and editing was probably more than the brake service time. Thank you!
I always think of things I should have said afterwards. I think I could have better explained the adjuster operation. Definitely more time making the video than the actual service 😃😆. I think that's mainly because I overshoot to make sure I get something I want and I have so much footage to sift through. 🤣
HALLELUJIAH!! Thank you so much for putting this together Neil! A much needed servicing video indeed!
Thanks Sean. I think keeping the brakes adjusted properly is pretty important so I really wanted to get this one out there.
Your videos have helped my 1078 ownership experience immensely…thanks
Glad I could help.
Well done!!! I will check to see if you added the brake tools you used that are particular to the FMTV in the description. I think I will be ordering some very soon!
I believe Ethan Turner will be producing the bolt-on tool and a link will be added when he is ready. I did see some on eBay. I just want to verify that the spoon I have also works on the front before I list it in the description. Also I want to check out the snap-on tool truck to see if there is one that might be better than the one I had.
Thank you so much. Very informative video. Really appreciate your efforts in educating LMTV community. Thank you!!!
You're welcome 😊
Great video! I was trying to figure out how to adjust the brakes on my 1079 and now I have a complete understanding of how wedge style air brakes work!
Glad it helped.👍
Fastidious Restomods sent me over, a very helpful and explanatory video.
I'm working on a MAN truck, which is a cousin of the Styer and LMTV. The brakes are not identical, but similar enough to let me know what to do.
Sounds like a great project. I hope my videos help you out. 👍
Excellent video. Thanks for your time and effort
Glad it was helpful!
Working on an ASTRA CIFA brakes overhaul... really needed this info. Thank you for the detailed video
Glad it was helpful!
Wow, thanks so much for the video. Two things that irk me about your video:
1- I spent more time getting the springs back on than you spent on the entire brake job
2- Now I have to do all the brakes on my truck
At least it won't cost me a fortune like Sean's videos...
Seriously, thanks so much for this. I read the TMs and followed them, but you gave me a much deeper understanding of it.
Thank you for the great comment. The TMs are great but remove this remove that doesn't tell you how. 👍
Don't get me wrong, I can always "remove" stuff. Putting it back together so it works as intended? Well....
Lol. Install this install that 😆
Great video, excellent explanation, and all very clear and concise. I learned some stuff. Thank you!
Glad you liked it and learned something. Better start producing some brake tools, orders will be coming in soon. 👍
Thank you for this amazingly detailed video. It gives me so much more insight into my brakes and enough knowledge to get myself out of trouble when I do it myself!
I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for the great comment.
THANK YOU!!! Great job, especially showing the functions of the parts. I know mine are in good shape now, but this will be immensely helpful come service time.
Thank you.
Man, you covered everything!
Thank you Neil I appreciate your hard work on the videos you make! It was not long at all.
Thanks, I guess if it's interesting the time just goes by pretty quickly. It may be the longest video I've made. 😁
Excellent video ! Truth be known, I am jealous of your garage. I need one that size SO BAD. lol
Thanks, I need one twice as big🤣.
Wow, thank you Great teacher.. really appreciate it.
You're very welcome!
Thank you for the great videos. Mine came from the depot with a blown out rear tire and the rear axles caged. I am thinking of rebuilding the entire axle with the help of your other CTIS seals videos. What tool(s) did you use at the 1:55 to open up the brake itself *without killing yourself*? I have a suspicion rust may be a problem inside from the condition of the outside and not having a dust seal on any of them. A guy told me some horror stories when someone mistakenly unscrewed the bolt holding the two halves together when they thought they were unscrewing the caging bolt.
Great video! Thank you for your work!
You're welcome. Thanks for the comment.
Ok agree with everyone. Great Video. I was telling you the adjuster goes on the bottom. You must have heard me. Just like yelling at the tv football game 😂
Lol, thanks
Hi Neil. Just watched this video again. Great reference. Did you use a standard grease for the brake fittings or special type? Also, I would recommend storing the caging bolts rather than leaving in the can. Had a bad experience with a a caging bolt where the thread broke off, allowing the large can spring movement. Yikes! Recommend paying close cage attention to the threads of these bolts and replacing them if there is any threads that are suspect. Appears someone overtightened the caging bolt, weakening the thread.
I just used a standard Grease. I would definitely not leave the bolt in the can. I just keep them in the toolbox instead of storing them in the storage spot.
@@NEILSWORLD Roger that on the grease. Thanks!
Great informative video Neil!
Thank you!
You're welcome and thanks for the comment. 👍
Awesome video, thank you very much
You're welcome
Thank you for these videos! very helpful as I consider buying one of these, seeing the relative ease to maintain one.
It looks to me like you flipped the fixed and adjustable plungers from top to bottom, does that matter?
edit - I now see the correction on this part, Should've waited before posting?
You're welcome. I love this truck.
Sorry forgot to mention. Paint that steel CTIS pipe with grill paint. They rust like crazy!
I would have liked to paint the whole hub, just didn't have time.
Thank you now my my Sargent won’t think I’m a doumbass
Why read the TM when there's a TH-cam video.😁👍
What is the type of grease you used for lubricating all the wedge parts?
Great video. I just picked up a 923a1 and thinking I would like to go through all the brakes to clean the old grease out and clean them all up so I know they’re good
I just used general purpose grease
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Cool thanks. I just wanted to make sure it was rated for the higher temps around brakes and something that wouldn’t compromise the rubber boots. Your video made wedge brakes not seem so daunting to work on and is why I want to do the same you did on all 6 wheels so I know everything is in tip top shape. The guy I bought it from claims it has new brakes and he adjusted them before I bought it but… lol we know how that goes
Nice video sir!
Thanks again Tim
Where did you get the brake adjustment plate from? I’ve looked around the web and haven’t found anything. I’m assuming it would work on my 923a1
I had it made at a machine shop.
Thank you Sir!
You're welcome.
Good vid, super helpful
Thanks, glad I could help.
Fantastic! Thank you :)
What kind of grease was that?!
Do you know if using anti-seize on the adjustment threads is ok?
Any good quality Grace will do just fine. The threads on the adjuster did not originally have grease in them so I just oiled them. I did not want to put thick grease in there I thought it might hinder the operation. The spiraled teeth around that barrel are pretty tiny and that is what spins the barrel on that adjuster so a light oil is best I think. That system is pretty well sealed up and should not have a corrosion problem. the most vulnerable point for water infiltration is where the canister threads into the caliper housing. That would be a good place for some anti-seize compound now that you mention it.
@@NEILSWORLD ok, that all makes good sense. Thanks again!
I was wondering where you can get the adjustment plate?
I had a small machine shop in the area make it. The dimensions are in the technical manual.
One question 20 thousands of an inch translated in mm of a centimeter?
0.508mm
Thank you :)
Welllllll guess we know where you were on Jan. 6th ...... bwahahahahahaha
What grease are you using?
That green stuff is just some general purpose Grease.
How do you have your truck lifted, gantry?
I have a 16,000 lb lift.