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  1. Troll1216

    Gillespie 383 CARC substitute

    How Much paint in gallons to cover Deuce? Complete. Bed (inside and out - need total coverage - Florida rain SUCKS), troop seats, cab, and a S-280 etc... I am doing the standard 3 color on all of the above. I want to get this done BEFORE another rainy season. (yes I did a search aua - no I...
  2. Troll1216

    Fire Extinguishers in our MVs

    I have a large ABC in the shop, a medium ABC in the truck and I will be getting a large CO2 for the truck. I got them from home depot, they are the refillable kind. I inspect them regularly and have used both of them. My neighbor lit his lawn on fire with a lawn mower in high grass. I ran over...
  3. Troll1216

    Deuce Parts Quick Reference Spreadsheet

    stickey plz
  4. Troll1216

    My M109A3 RV Project Blog

    Sometimes Florida rocks!!! This has motivated me to get back to work on my S-280 to camper build. I can't wait to get this one up and running. Now all I want for christmas is a mobilizer dolly. (and more money to get it done) Great work, excellent write up. Keep it going. A 109 makes for a...
  5. Troll1216

    Huge thanks to Recovry4X4

    Kenny is the man!!!! I would be at a loss without his guidance and assistance. He is a credit to the brotherhood and a truely OUTSTANDING human being. The Steel Soldiers forum is lucky to have him and I am lucky to have him close by.:beer:
  6. Troll1216

    deuce bed as trailer

    I wonder if you cut the 105 frame and bolted it onto the deuce frame ifit would clear the bed?
  7. Troll1216

    Remote M/C + Power Bleeder

    With inspiration from Recovry4x4 I decided I needed both an larger reserve or DOT5 and a power bleeder, so I made one. Just remember keep pressure to a minimum, I use a filler with a gauge on it. Picture 1 shows the unit. I mounted it on the rear of the cab behind the passenger seat to keep the...
  8. Troll1216

    Check your brake fluid!

    I made a remote resivor from PVC pipe and a hose fitted to the breather. I capped off the breather line that went there. I mounted the PVC pipe behind the passenger seat complete with a dip stick. It holds triple what the master has. If you want PM me and I will send you photos. Took me an hour...
  9. Troll1216

    Newbie with questions for the knowledgeable

    Welcome aboard....... READ the TM's they have everything you need, dont be afraid to ask questions, make the search tool your friend. The members here are great, good info and lots of help. My word of advice is read first, check the search option and then ask, the information here is...
  10. Troll1216

    Fire Dept Wildland truck opportunity

    Get a mil surp trailer and add a 375 IBC tote.... Just my 0.02
  11. Troll1216

    Gichner Shelter Systems Nonexpandable Shelter

    +1 on the s-280, I love mine and can't wait until I can get back to work on it. I think next will be a 5T trailer to mount it on, The Deuce bed is too handy to keep full. A moilizer would work too, AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAA all I need is money............
  12. Troll1216

    New EPA Regulations On Large Truck Emissions

    This will cook your goose, I wonder if the Mexican truckers will have to follow US EPA regs if they are operating anywhere inthe USA as they can now.... AllGov - News - First Mexican Truck Allowed into U.S. Interior after 11-Year Treaty Delay
  13. Troll1216

    Crazy Mileage.

    48 mph is my truck's sweet spot. I use diesel (ultra low sulphur) and use sea foam. I was thinking about adding a qt of unused but old motor oil on my next fill up. Correct me if I am wrong but how would fresh 2 cycle be for an IP lube?
  14. Troll1216

    just put a radio in the deuce

    Guys, seriously, protect your hearing, if your hearing is limited, please understand that the effects are cumulative for hearing loss, you can still loose more. I keep plugs in the deuce. Wear them PLEASE.
  15. Troll1216

    liquid electrical tape

    GREAT idea! Waterproof, no air gaps, and helps bond to the shrink wrap - BRILLIANT!
  16. Troll1216

    M3 Halftrack Restoration

    :not worthy:
  17. Troll1216

    liquid electrical tape

    Self vulcanizing tape works great, just keep it out of direct sunlight, that is how it dries. As for the liquid electrical tape, I made an ad-hoc repair on my Surefire X-200 weapon light with DEVO group tape switch about 8 years ago. Long story short, I had to re-waterproof the switch. I coat...
  18. Troll1216

    Help plz stuck in byron

    Wait for it to dry and PRAY no one strips it!!! Or get a friend with a 4x4 backhoe and see if it will get it out.
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