Recent content by TRG

What about the guys that run an overdrive? I guess that slows the engine, trans and t case slowed down enough to safely ride at 70 mph.

Sorry folks. It wont happen again.

GL Barstow, CA has a 2000 up for bid. TRG, please read the rules posted below!

Chart here Gear Vendors Under/Overdrive Chevrolet/GMC 4-Wheel Drive 3-Speed Automatic.

I might try that to see if I get another 200 lb payload capacity. I know when I put racing stripes on my Camaro it made it go faster. No reason why the data plate thing wont work.

Thanks. I didn't send him a PM. I used the e-mail address that was provided. I'll try a PM.

I've been trying to e-mail this person for two weeks. I keep getting the same message; "mailbox temporarily disabled." I assume his inbox is full.

I think it looks terrible. You should sell it right away... to me. :razz: But seriously, thats one of the nicest desert camo paint jobs I've ever seen.

Its my understanding that there is an extra leaf spring in the rear to accommodate the extra weight of the shelter that it was designed for.

Good to know, thanks.

I've wrenched on vehicles for the last 38 years so thats not a problem. My issue is with the initial purchase. Most of the GL offerings are at bases in other states. I'm not comfortable bidding on or buying one sight unseen.

Camper is 2600 Lbs dry weight. + 30 gallons of fresh water, camping gear, food, beer and a 19' boat. Payload Ratings M1008- 2900lbs - I would be very close or a little over weight. M1028- 3600lbs - Nice safety margin.

Do you have a name or a website for this guy? Thanks.

He is the one blowing me off.

Hi gang, I'm in the market for a M1028 CUCV. I'd like the 1028 over the 1008 because I'll be using a slide in overhead camper on occasion and like the idea of a little extra payload capacity. I have been watching several of the auctions on GL and quite frankly I'm a little turned off by the...