taylordm14

I am pretty new to the whole MV thing, but I have been reading on the forums here for a couple weeks. I have a question for all you experienced guys out there.

I have a set of AC60G glow plugs that I want to change out in my M1009, I am wondering if it is easier to change out the glow plug connectors to fit the AC60's or to shave down the spades on the glow plugs.

Either way, what is the best way to shave off the spades (grind down, cut off, or shave with a file, etc.)

And if it is easier to change out the connections, is there a specific type of connector needed, or can it be any type of spade connection?

Thanks for all the help!

319

It is fairly easy to change the connectors, but leave the wires original and shave the GP terminals down. Use a hand file, Dremel tool, or some other grinder. Take your time and file off the burrs.

doghead

I prefer to install new 1/4"insulated female blade terminals. This way you get nice new clean terminals, and they will still work with the narrow bladed GPs if you go back to them.

I would recomend you also change your GP relay supply voltage to 12 volts, to eliminate the "domino" effect the stock CUCV has when one GP burns out or has a bad connection.

Also, if you haven't done it yet, do the "doghead relay conversion", for the starter relay(under the dash). Do it now and never worry about ruining your starter, fusible links or wiring.


These are just my personal prefrences.

__________________
M818, M819, M35A2 w/w, M35A2, M109, M561 w/w, M274, M1008A1, M146, M105, M116A2, M101A2, Pioneer tool trailer, MEP-002, MEP-017A, 1990 Dodge Tug, 5ton winch shear pins

kipman

Doghead relay GOOD, stock relay BAD.

ralbelt

Ditto, above posts. Real good info.

__________________
M1008
M101-A1
M101-A2




And remember boys and girls. The first rule of owing a CUCV, "If its electrical clean it, if its rubber replace it".

Avatar is my Dad, 1942 on a pacific island WWII.

Gottlos

Um...What is a "Doghead Relay Conversion"?

I hope I'm not...

1986Blazerk5

Here is the link for the "Doghead Starter Modification"

doghead starter relay modifcation

__________________
"Whoever said the pen is mightier than the sword, obviously never encountered automatic weapons"
-General MacArthur

"Incoming fire has the right of way."
-Unknown

"If the enemy is in range, so are you."
-Infantry Journal

"You cant say civilization don't advance - for in every war, they kill you in a new way."
-Will Rogers

"If the enemy is in range, so are you."
-Infantry Journal

"Never forget that your weapon was made by the lowest bidder."
-Unknown

Jonas

What you guys think of these

CUCV Military Glow Plugs 6.2 6.2L Diesel (84 - 8: eBay Motors (item 220570891634 end time Aug-09-10 12:57:58 PDT)

or are there newer ones that are a better alternative ?

doghead

I would recomend the AC 60G Glow Plugs. They should be available at a local retailer.


Just be aware, only the military surplus and Wellmans have the correct stock terminal blade width, for the stock wiring in the CUCV.

__________________
M818, M819, M35A2 w/w, M35A2, M109, M561 w/w, M274, M1008A1, M146, M105, M116A2, M101A2, Pioneer tool trailer, MEP-002, MEP-017A, 1990 Dodge Tug, 5ton winch shear pins