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Hi I am wondering how to bypass the mechanical fuel pump and add an electic pump. It must be bypassed do to a leak. And I am getting ready to leave on a trip. Thanks
How do I add in the two switches in order to convert the m818 from sprag to air actuated? I know I will need 2 switches. One for forward and one for reverse. Thank you
Thank you Gary for your help diagnosing my problems with my m1009. I greatly appreciate you stopping by and helping. Thanks for showing me your m1008. It looks great! Great job with all of the modifications that you have done. I dont have any way to contact you so if you see this please pm me...
Recently I experieced the dreaded run on starter. I did the doghead relay mod and replaced the starter. Now my I have no voltage. What is going on? I am able to jump it with my deuce and it runs but my volt gauge shows far left in the red. What do I need to replace change or repair?. By the...
Hi I'm sorry to post so frantically but my m1009 is dead on the side of the road. I need a starter. I am in michigan. I am on highway 127. Mile marker 83. If anyone has a starter I have cash available now. Thank you.
After seeing all of the "My first cucv" threads i have decided it would be beneficial to make this thread. These are some of the common problems, tips, and solutions that i have found. I would appreciate if everyone posts any ideas that they have too help new CUCV owners.
-Things I would Do...
Hello everyone,
I purchased my first deuce yesterday. My truck has the standard NDT tires on it right now but it came with a set of 395's already mounted on rims. Both sets of tires are like new. Considering that I am new to driving this truck what tires should i put on it? By this i mean...
Hi everyone,
I purchased a m35a2 along with 2 M105 trailers. These are in Alabama and i live in Michigan. I plan on pulling one behind the truck but i need a way to get the other one home. I would like to know what you guys have done. Ive heard of stacking them or loading one into the truck...
Hi everyone, i have searched and read posts all day. I am looking at purchasing a m1008. this m1008 has an 8 inch ord lift. 35 inch super swampers. Banks sidewinder turbo and exhaust. here is the problem. I live in Plymouth Michigan. this truck is near Virginia beach. i am currently...
Hi everyone I searched but couldn't find what I was looking for. What is the safest tire size to run on my stock 10 bolt axles without breaking anything. I am going to do a 4 inch suspension lift. I am thinking of either 33" or 35" . Thank you
Hi everyone, recently i bought a M1009. This blazer is very solid, no major rust, solid floors and rockers. It has approximately 66,500 on the odometer. I plan on restoring this to make it look like new. I am going to use this as my daily driver once i get my license this summer. To answer your...
Hi I have a m1009 with original size tires and the speedometer reads 10 mph faster than what I am doing. The fuel gauge is also stuck at 1/2 tank .. Any ideas on how to fix these would be appreciated. Thank you.
I am sorry for a repeat question but I have searched remedially and read the whole CUCV FAQ thread. I have found that people use a variety of different glow plug relays and. Would like to know what works the best? Thank you, your input is appreciated.:-?
Hi I recently purchased a m1009. I would like everyone's ideas on tools I should carry with me in the blazer In case something does go wrong?:):):)
Thank you very much