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i have used both a m1031 and a m1009.the brakes on the m1009 are light for this but with common sense i can get by.the m1009 is faster on the highway.but the m1031 is heaver duty and better suited for this size trailer.i think a m101a2 is a better trailer for all around use and cheaper to...

beware.i am glad they are considering it.however in this state there are always loopholes.i have 35 years of experience dealing with auto auctions and the like.nc is a tax heavy ,fee laden state that is increasingly hard to do business in.sc and tn are far better.even va is better.millions of...

its not gl they arent allowed to purchase.it a conflict issue.there are civilian employees at bases that can and do buy.some have umlimited access.i met one at warner robbins.he showed me around and told me of some of his purchases.its just being able to be there to see whats sold has an advantage.

all you need to think about is adding anouther set of tools.for most routine jobs.you only need a 10,12,15,17 to 22 mm.there are some interchangable sizes with sae.the 10,12,15 are the most widely used in auto work.

check out a mid 70s dodge d-250.there were many that used this wheel.when i was younger there were a lot of 16.5 wheels around.they are common on vans as well. b200 and 300.even f250 fords used them.camper special. and e250.

the snorkel is used in a civilian 6.2.there is no room due to the rear battery.

a gm parts manual has the listing to find the correct gears.they are color coded.you need to supply the axle ratio and tire size.use a light to determine your exsisting parts.write down your color and teeth count.there may be an incorrect part installed.most replacements arent checked...

its snowing here today in the carolinas ,which is rare on christmas.if not i would be working on my latest m1009.its nearly ready for a test run.after this i have a m1031 to get running as well.have enough to do for now.just want to wish my fellow veterans a good holiday.

its not necissaly better.just that all the rest of the world uses it. it takes a limited number of tolols to do most routine repairs.and is simpler to learn.10 thru 19 mm is all you need most of the time.since the mid 80s all domestic autos use metric.its now the standard of measurement in the...

the mid 80s are the transistion period.it was frustrating when it came but now i like it.metric is easier to use and learn.the us is the only holdout.

the m101a2 is by far the best choice for a m1009.just remember to have a spare.i use two with mine.with some common sense they work great.this is a great trailer.

have you served in the military or the national guard?all the cucvs are assigned to the guard units.they are used as support vechicles and training.most average less than a thousand miles per year.most that have high milage are used in a active duty base for primally security work.i have one...

if you are mechanically iinclined and get a decent one it can be made to last many years.there are some unique parts.but they can still be found.if you want a heavy duty truck buy a m1031 or m1028.the m1031 is the handiest cucv and has the heaviest components.speed is the only drawback.i have...

a stock m880 has 4.10 ratio.you will gain little by this swap.a 44 is easily upgraded if necessary.and plenty strong for a weak gas 318.ive owned these dodges for 30 years.the 60 is also easily upgraded.a cummins swap and you might need them.your transmission is the weakest part.but cheap to...

it would be nice to see a gate rebuild link posted..this a a problem with a m1009.i hate this gate design.its a never ending problem.i have given thought to making a frame to replace the glass and install hinges and doors.sealing the area is where there may be issues.the left release cable is...

i have everything you need and may deliver if fairly close.

starter and bracket.all the relays the glow plug module.ip pump.tailgate and hardware.steering column.these are hardest to find at a reasonable price.

m1031 has all the best qualities.and the best heavy duty components.a very handy unit to have around.only drawback is speed.

how does it attach to rhe frame?how about the spacers?i have a residue truck that i want to install one on.please post installation photos.

they will be back most of the military bases are in that area.a lot of stuff to see.