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    Rex

    My daugther asked me to name one of mine citrus trees using her name and my son asked me to name the M1109A3 after him. His nick name is Rex so we named it Rex. So here we go. Did alot of welding all this week and finally got my emergency rescue equipment installed. Rescue equipment hang outside...
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    Diesel Mechanic in SGV

    Anyone have a good mechanic who work on Deuce and a Half in SGV area?
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    Desert Shooting with shade

    Went out last weekend with few LEOs and had a blast. Literally... Anyway, utilizing the M109a3 high roof as a mounting point for the 12 feet by 42 feet tarp. I also got 4 10 feet support 1/2 pipes with strings holding it in place.
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    Gas Mileage Reporting

    I pumped pretty much full (50 Gallon) of diesel for my trip. This trip mainly freeway and i only got 322 miles from my M109A3. Ouch... that is 6.33 MPG. Now 80/20 Oil/Gas sounds really good now.
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    Beach Day

    My daughter's 11 birthday and my wife wanted to do a road trip. So we packed up and head north for 4 hours. The drive was nice and my family sat in the box with AC and TV on. However, my son prefer PS3.We camped out in a RV park for two days and hung out on the beach for two days and cook in...
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    automatic transfer switch

    Anyone ever install an Automatic Transfer Switch in their M109?
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    air compressor

    Did a search but nothing really came up. Anyone ever try to use the OEM compressor tanks for pneumatic tools or for air?
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    Before, During & After

    Here are three pictures of my M109 with a new set of skin.
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    100% wmo

    Anyone running 100% WMO and what is your experience?
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    Socal Rally

    Is there a Socal Rally in 2012?
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    Generator Installation

    I just got a generator head to be install into my engine for the M109. Anyone have info on this? I got a 5000 watt which is plenty for my box with AC. This is a belt driven generator power by the truck engine.
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    If you can do it over again!

    What type or color you would do? I am about to paint my M109 to Desert Tan Color and still debating on type of paint and paint code.
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    M109A3 is Home

    After getting the greenlight from the wife I got this 1975 M109 from a local seller. I was looking at GL but the hassel, the wait, the paper work, the flights and shipping just not worth my time. This seller is a member of SS and extremely cool. This van has an incredible engine. It starts right...
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    Generator

    I did some search but found stuffs not I was looking for. I am looking for someone with experience installing a generator head unit into the Deuce engine bay. I am looking for like 5kw type of generator. Installation, wiring and brackets with pics will be greatly appreciated...
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    Super Single

    Anyone with that setup please post pics and details.
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    Newbie Hunting for a M109

    Gents, I am in process of getting a M109 and convert it to an ultimate camper. My wife gave me the green light so now I am looking for one. What should I look out for? Plans are as follow: * Coleman Roof Mount AC/Heater * 4000 -6500 watt generator * Custom made cabinets * Custom made folding...
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    Solar Panel for M109 Shop Van

    I am not sure if this thread belongs to this section but anyone ever try putting solar panels on a M109? I am thinking about 5 panels of 100W each. I wonder what would 500W is useful power for a small frig or a portable AC.
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    M109a3 Diagram

    I know there tons of pdf around. I am looking for a link to the M109 Shop Van diagram. Want to do some improvements and needs to know the support beams in the box...
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    Lock and Security

    I don't have 5 acres of land and my city wont like it too much if i park the Deuce in front of my house. My car port is not high enough so the Deuce can slide in. Therefore, my last choice would be renting a RV parking. I have done some search in here but didn't find exactly what I was...
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    Truck Bed Seats

    I have two young kids and planning to get them some seats in the back of the bed. In Cali Seatbelts are required. Just would like to get some idea on what your guys are doing for this setup. I have heard Humvee front seats that come with seatbelt. Anyone have that setup?
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