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    Columbus Ohio GL

    I think I better save my money for future GL!! Phil
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    M818 - Flaps and Batts!!

    Buggyman, Did U have to order in those bats special? I need a set in my Deuce . I get them at autozone. Phil
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    First GL win and retrieval (sorry no deuce)

    Mini Skirts!! They will go further that way!!LOL
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    XM818 fuel issues

    That should not affect fuel system if it is screwed closed after U pump fuel with it. Does this thruc run well when started? Be sure ALL Air is out of system! Good Luck, Phil
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    Mack vs Cummins debate

    Mack/Cummins :ditto: I agree totally !! The best part of a Mack Truck is the Engine! Although I have seen many Macks with Detroit, Macks and Cat. engines in them. Some people are True to Mack as some people are to Hardly DDDIVIDDSON!!! Just a Name!!Choose the truck in the best of shape. Good...
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    Member "Staging Lots" ??

    I have a trailer at Stout Field which I should have papers on Mon or Tues. I am worried about weather and the cost of fuel right now. I was wonderind if there is anyone around there that can pick up a M750 trl. and store it for me?I was thinking 30 days may make a difference. But then if I wait...
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    pic test

    Lets try pics
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    The Overall Fun Factor: M35A2 Deuce vs. M818 Tractor

    There is also the issue of Fuel use today and in some states CDL license. How many people can ride with you in a M818 or a Deuce? How many hours spent in vehicle? Do U really need PS? Good Luck, Phil
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    Bringing home the Deuce

    RE: Bringing home the Duece If U bought a Deuce in Richmond, they should be ready to Go! Be sure to check all fluids, If the batts are low, U can pullstart and those Bats should take a charge in 45mins. or u can disconnect them from each other and Jump charge each with Cables from Ur...
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    Wings,Wheels,and Tracks show May 17-18 Cobleskill,NY

    This sounds like a great time! I will put it on my Calender and try to make it with my Iron. Good Luck, Phil
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    M915A1 Bob-tail

    Only thing to say about Freightliners, Us proffessional truckers call them FRUITSHAKERS!! Low life of the trucking wourld. The only thing that makes them popular is the Price! Its Cheap, piece of crap. Resale on them is Nothing. This is why the Govt. has them now because FRUITSHAKER under bid...
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    Anyone got a Deuce for sale in New England?

    FFEMT14 I got 2 Deuces in my yard for sale. Good looking and good running, low mileage, no leaks and tires guaranteed not to CRACK CHIP OR PEAL!! . I will be getting more in asap. I got a couple M105 trls to go with the Deuce. Phil
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    M915A1 Bob-tail

    Say OILVET, What exactly is a M915A1 suppose to be used for and what exactly is this suppose to be?!! I thought we had a shortage of equipment in Nam, but this is bad!! What the heck is a 5 ton Cargo being used for if this is what you do with a Tractor? We used Tractors to pull trailers...
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    Got it home, M818 pics

    Tires :driver: Hey Buggyman. One more thing to do before dishing out some Dough. Take your wheel off which U think is out of Bal., and rotate it on the Hub 90%. This could help. Sometimes on big rigs it is not the tires, but the hub, or running gear. I am sure that the Govt does not buy top...
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    Brakes, or lack of......

    hey guys, there is no auto brake adjusting on a Deuce or 5 ton. I have adjusted many a brake while repairing MVs while I was in service. . Phil
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    Got it home, M818 pics

    Hey Buggyman. I just realized who U are>.I was at Chamb. when U picked up your truck and trailer! I guess U made it home O.K. . I got my deuce and 2 trls home O.K. I wasn't sure how my 1 ton would handle the load. I was able to run as fast as 73mph a few times before I realized how fast I was...
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    Got it home, M818 pics

    Nice truck!! Before spending money on ballancing, you should straiten out the tires that are on the truck first. Those are Directional Tires and several are going in the wrong Direction. Change them so they are right. Left front is wrong, 2 outside Intermediate and rrear are wrong., all left...
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    Pics: Deuce working with farm implements?

    Overkill!! :driver: Hey Rizzo, that looks a little Overkill!! :!: But then again I wonder how manny Horses would be needed to do the same thing? It looks like I can pull the disc harrow with my Honda 4wheeler!!??LOLI got 250 acres and there is no end to the things I come up with to make life...
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    Pimp my deuce!

    Bolster wheels on a Deuce. :cookoo: I got a couple Bolster thls and I beleive the wheels will go on a Deuce. Make a good Low Rider, if differentials don't drag the ground!! :driver:
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    M1008 cranked fine and then stopped.

    If U have fuel at the injectors and u have air, it should run!! Have U used enough Either when u tried that? I had a 6.2 with bad Glo plugs and I had to start it with Starter fuel until I got around to repairing it.
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