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I'm trying to stay away from flying out to NV to pick up a M1009, any HELP??
I'm not sure if the truck runs kind of taking a big gamble.
anybody in the area that can help??
Vinny
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I've got a lead on one of these but I really want a 4dr M1038 set up. Can the 2 man version be modifed or are we talking major work. I'm not new to the mv scene just to the HMMWV trucks
Thanks Vinny
Is it possible to swap the sprag set up with something else? I really don't like this set up and was thinking there has got to be another option. Does anyone know what is in commercial HD trucks? I think a normal t-case would be great 6x6 low 6x6 high 6x2 nice..
Any help would be great!!!
Vinny
Does anybody have pics of a 5ton winch torn down? I think I will have to rebuild mine(drum won't turn handle seems to be stuck?) and was wondering if anyone has seal/bearing part numbers and photos. I have never been inside a 5ton winch so I want to gather as much info as posible before I open...
I was following a thread a while back and someone posted they were working on making the 2 decals for the cummins air cleaner. Did someone already do this or is it still pending? if so I'm looking for set please.
HAPPY INDEPENDANCES DAY!!!
Vinny
Hey Folks, I'm trying to decide on where to mount my antenna and was wondering where everyone mounted theirs? I think I saw someone mount one on the tool box of an 818 but can't seem to remember who? Please post your pics!!!
Thanks Vinny
My brakes are locked up on my truck?? I've tried to diagnois this but can not find the problem, please I need help I'm trying to make it to the FL Rally and really want to take the truck. I notice the brake peddle is hard as a rock when this happens, I've got air coming from the drivers side...
Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the M109A3 box? I'm missing some switches and need to know where the wires go. Once again I'm looking for the "BOX" internal wiring, if its in manual please let me know which one and where.
Thanks Vinny
Has anyone flipped the rear hubs on there 5ton? is possible? I only ask as I enjoy the look of the front rim & tire and not so much of the rear deep dish. I've got some service work to do on bearings/seals and thought it would be a good time to to do it. If someone has photos please post them...
Does anyone have a diagram on how the start & battery switch are to be wired? I can not find anything in the manuals that give me any info(wire numbers) on what wire goes where on each switch. one of my trucks was missing both switches and black box so I'm starting from scratch. I worked on it...
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I'll be taking the 5th wheel assy off of my trucks soon and was wondering if there is anyone in the market for them or should I think about scrap weight. I also was thinking about putting one on a M105 chassis to use as a dolly? But at this time I have no large trailers to use it for...
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I'm in need of some pictures. I'm looking for 5tons with 16.00x20 tires. I'm trying to pick which one to get for my truck. XL's or XZL's and I would like to see how they look on the truck. I'm running combat rims.
any help would be great
Thanks Vinny
I'll start this out as don't ask why I want to :roll: but can it be done? I just like how my duce was able to engage the front axle by flipping a switch :lol: . I'm wondering if you can bypass the transmission air acuator and install an air shift switch, in other wards be able to shift the...
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I have ran across some rims that I can not figure out what they fit. I know they don't fit 800 series 5ton trucks, 10 lug but wrong spacing :cry: ? I was able to retrieve a NSN#2530014799216 Oshkosh Truck Corp 20x10 Titan wheels. Thanks Vinny
Hello everyone!! I'm in a bind and need a fuel filter for my M818 my local napa guy is no help without a part number? anyone know what the Napa number is for this? Thanks
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I need some help decoding info on 3 plates on my winch top plate. 2 appear to be black/yellow 1 maybe green? not sure what information is on them. If anyone has a photo that would be great! Also where can I get used or can I buy new ones.
Hello everyone,
I've been doing some major work on my truck for about 3-4 months now and have finally got it to a point that I can take it for a long drive. With this said my truck seems to have lost its power? no matter what gear I'm in when I push down on the gas pedal it will only rev...
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I have read a couple of post about running a smaller steering wheel on a Duce but no one has stated what really works? Does anyone have the answer? or better yet a part number? or just the steering wheel I can purchase? Thanks Vinny