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Recent content by azjimbob

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    bolt pattern for m1102 tires, Does anyone know the right size?

    Hello All; I'm looking to trade out the tires on the M1102. I was hoping someone would know the bolt pattern size so I can swap out tires (rim) so I can match the tow vechicle better (Hummer H2) so I can a a single spare for both. Thanks:-D Jim
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    Okay I got the Crown Nut off now what does it take to get the Lunette out? (photos)

    Okay here's a couple of photos of the lunette. It doesn't look like its welded it just looks like I'll need the 16# sledge (right):shock: I'll pick up some spaces and flat washer and attack it this weekend. Thanks for all you advise and I'll keep all posted with photos when (not If) I get in...
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    Okay I got the Crown Nut off now what does it take to get the Lunette out? (photos)

    Haven't had the chance to fight with it again. but will post some photos tonight of the offending lunette (I'm concerned that it might be welded in place, and would like you all to take a look at let some close up photos me know what you think. Thanks Jim PS I got out the 16# BFH just in case...
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    Okay I got the Crown Nut off now what does it take to get the Lunette out? (photos)

    taking a break from it now. I tried heat (used a map gas torch) beat on while hot jumped on it with pry bar next I think I'll hook it to the 3500 dodge and pull it around for while
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    Okay I got the Crown Nut off now what does it take to get the Lunette out? (photos)

    Got the biggest pry bar I could find about 8' long 2x2 steel bar It still wont budge, even with my 200# hanging off the end:( Haven't tried heast yet because I'm in Phoenix AZ area and the though its only 9am the trailer is hot as is the pry bar.
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    Okay I got the Crown Nut off now what does it take to get the Lunette out? (photos)

    Good Morning; As the title says the Crown nut came right off with a little gentle tap or 2 with a mini sledge and very large wrench. But what does it take now to get the lunette to come out?:shock: Thanks Jim
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    Right or Left hand thread on Lunette Nut?

    Where would the stamp be? I didn't notice a stamp...but that sure would be handy
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    Right or Left hand thread on Lunette Nut?

    Hi all Going to flip the Lunette on the M105a2 I picked up last week. (see prior post) Before I attempt it I'm getting some conflicting info on the thread of the nut. Is it a right hand or left hand thread? righty tighty or righty loosy I'd hate to go beating, heating, and cursing it...
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    M105a2 pickup story (long)

    WOW are saying the lunette nut is left hand threaded? Turn to the right to loosen the nut:shock:?
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    M105a2 pickup story (long)

    From reading stories of other members' recoveries everyone seemed to think that it would reduce wind resistance while towing down the highway. It also provided a great platform for mounting the magnetic lights in the bed of the trailer.
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    M105a2 pickup story (long)

    First let me thank you all for all the information everyone posted about recovering the M105a2 series trailer. Your information gave me the confidence that this could and should be done. Here's what occurred: Won a GL auction 3-29-12 Submitted EUC 4-2-12 Approval and notification...
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    M1101 M1102 Trailer Bows Tarp

    Where did you order the cargo cover kits in for the M1002 trailer? Thanks
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    M105a2 outside wheel width?

    Thanks will post some photos when I get it should be April 23 if all works out okay
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    M105a2 outside wheel width?

    okay I like simple width between wheel well is 83" Sorry to be a pain very new at this Thanks Jim
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    M105a2 outside wheel width?

    The Hauler I'd be using is a simple flatbed with ramps
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