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  1. btrapr

    6.2 "J" compression/gasket question

    I have not taken apart my spare "J" motor yet, but I did see one that was taken apart...IT had steel headgaskets! I was wondering i know that the military used a 20:1 piston but what gasket did they use? Cometic or some other brand? what thickness was it? thanks
  2. btrapr

    found 1986 M1028

    I have no affiliaiton to this vehicle, but thought someone here might be in the market! I am still learning about these vehicles and it could have been a 1008? not sure though 86 Chevy Army Truck I drove this thing and the tranny shifts very firm, motor purrs! 68K on the odometer, NEW...
  3. btrapr

    found 2 1952 jeeps and a 52 GMC 6x6 on craigslist

    I have no affiliation to either post BUT thought someone here might be in the market for parts or vehicle so I posted them. check the links! 1st post 2 1952 Military Jeeps (one part- one running) $1500 2 1952 military jeeps The other was a 1952 GMC 6x6 for $800! Guy said it ran 4yrs ago...
  4. btrapr

    found a 1943 chevy wrecker?

    another old Mil truck on Craigslsit I found this one! I have no affiliation either, just thought I would post it in case soemone needed parts! Four pics posted of it on the thread! 1952 6x6 2 1/2 ton Military Truck 1952 6x6 2 1/2 ton Military Truck Front whench Ran good when parked 4...
  5. btrapr

    trip to Howard Hammonds place

    Are you guys referring to Henry's Trucks in Albemarle, NC??? Jus tcurious...I talked to him about a week ago and he said that he has a few pick-ups...I was actually headed that way when I found my 84' M1008...
  6. btrapr

    M1008 shock quest?

    thanks for input... Has anyone tried these! I am going to pick-up a block heater tomorrow at NAPA and will price two front shocks from them. I found these for about $150 for 4 shocks... The Pro Comp ES9000 is the ultimate nitrogen gas charged shock absorber. With its twin tube design and...
  7. btrapr

    M1008 shock quest?

    What shocks to use? I noticed that the rubber grommet inside the top loop mounted to the frame has slid out...driver's side front! I have not inspected the others yet...I know I need to put a pair up front at least___________ What kind of shocks were used and are they available? I thought...
  8. btrapr

    I just picked up my M1008

    I was actually on my way to Henry's truck in Albemarle, NC when I saw this sitting on a small private car lot! Needless to say I never made it Henry's! So I did not go thru the GovLiq
  9. btrapr

    I just picked up my M1008

    * I now have an avatar! Been waiting, reading, and looking into one of these for awhile! I just picked up my 1984 M1008, with 48K on the odometer...$2200...Runs good, no wear on the floor mat, no tears in the benchseat, slight wear on the right side of the brake pedal, NEW Optima batteries...
  10. btrapr

    Block heater install help needed

    I have a block heater from another vehicle...I am looking at putting in my 1008... When you place the element into the block on the driver's side does the element itself need to be pointed up/down so that the element fits into the gap between the cylinder walls? I read that if the element...
  11. btrapr

    glow plug card repair

    I am far from being electircally inclined! but I have built some boards and projects. Basically you have the 14 pin, transitors, resistors, capacitors, and the OTHER black square that looks bent over with a rivet in the metal base is some sort of a FET Does anyone have a BAD BOARD??? I...
  12. btrapr

    M1008 Hummer headers?

    I was figuring that the passenger side would be the problem since the flange to exhaust pipe will be near the firewall- pointing right at it...I thought about capping off that end and making a new exit port...and a stand-off turbo flange
  13. btrapr

    M1008 Hummer headers?

    I have seen several sets of surplus 6.2l headers for sale and was wondering if any one got the to work on a CUCV? How thick are they? I was thinking about trying to get a buddy to do some mods on a set if these things will fit a CUCV... try tweaking and using them either just as headers on...
  14. btrapr

    glow plug card repair

    does someone have a BAD card that I can get off of them... The guy I am tlaking about can etch boards, design, repair, improve...I would love to get an old board in his hands and see what he says... Thanks
  15. btrapr

    glow plug card repair

    The reason I asked about a diagram I have dealt with a guy in past who could probably make a board and kit or improve it and make boards... He is a retired electronics engineer...He has tweaked and created several boards... I thought I could give him a try and see if he is willing to make...
  16. btrapr

    glow plug card repair

    Does anyone have a diagram of the circuit? Also what updates were done? does anyone have the mods thanks
  17. btrapr

    A few 1 1/4 ton truck questions

    believe its a 1008 because the VIN starts with 1GCGD. . . These did not come with a front locker from what I have read! What type would be best to install if i decide to? This is a 1984 with 48K on the odometer, a perfect seat and floor mat, and NEW tires! I felt and heard a rattle when I...
  18. btrapr

    A few 1 1/4 ton truck questions

    WHAT MODEL is this thing?? 1 1 /4 ton? what back axle is in it...front is a Dana 60.... also it has 225 tires on it now...ANY idea how it might do with 33"'s? need to be able to run at least 70mph... thanks for the help...This truck ROCKS can not wait to do some tweaking...the Police Dept...
  19. btrapr

    A few 1 1/4 ton truck questions

    THIS ONE GOT AWAY____I am buying a 1986 1 1 /4 Ton military 4x4, "J" code 6.2, with 68K on the odometer... I have a Few questions Vehicle MODEL #- Not sure what model this is 1028? 1031? This thing has a 45mph max painted on the glovebox...When drove it it was really wound up at 55mph...
  20. btrapr

    Hello! or Hey! as they say aorund here NC

    I signed up here awhile back due to the lure of Surplus craft! I have been fighting the urges but my buddies duece and the 6.2 4x4 vehicles won out! Just put some money down on a M1031 (1 1/4 ton 4x4 pick-up) I beleive...68K on the odometer, 6.2J code________This thing is wicked just has way...
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