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  1. militarytrux

    painted my truck

    I used a 4" Rough Country lift on mine, $400.00 with shocks delivered to the house. Be careful when installing the steering arm extender, if the spring and bushing under the steering arm become un seated you may end up with death wobble when you put it back together, this usually happens because...
  2. militarytrux

    dash light bulbs

    Hello, I was hoping there was someone out there that could guide me along withthe dash light bulb change out, I would like to upgrade the lights for extended night opperations. Looking for part #'s of what would be a direct replacement and if anyone has any suggestions for upgrades? Thanks,
  3. militarytrux

    Inherited a 77 M880 ... sandy color, registered as NGOUNG

    good morning, I have always shifted mine into and out of the loc positions while in park. Most if not all of the parts you may need can be obtained at the local parts store as there is nothing fancy about an M880, some of them run the heavy duty altenator / generator with external power source...
  4. militarytrux

    m37 won't stay running, won't restart

    If you have'nt already change the coil and get an electronic ignition module from Pertronix it will cure any ignition issues you may have, I installed both pieces on my M37 4 years ago and she starts within 2 to 3 revolutions everytime, no more cranking till the cows come home to get her to fire.
  5. militarytrux

    Calling all MA deuce owners, what's up with your insurance.

    All, I registered mine as an antique and got a title, I let the broker do the leg work with the registry (she has a friend on the inside who passed it through) it is getting tougher though to get them legal. I have a friend who got stopped and had the fuel tank dipped by a statie on route 1-A...
  6. militarytrux

    C turbo vs D turbo

    Guys, Thanks for the quick reply's I will continue with the fuel system review I just figured it was a D turbo thing any thoughts on by passing the FDC? it's still connected now but I read mixed reviews here.
  7. militarytrux

    C turbo vs D turbo

    Good evening all, Just wanted to throw this out there and see what feedback I get, I have had 8 duece's over the years, one NA, 4 with the C turbos and 3 with the D turbos, maybe its just the trucks in general but the NA & C turbo trucks seemed to start with a quick push of the button and...
  8. militarytrux

    Maine Rally 2009

    Count me in, I shold have my newst truck modified and painted by then, bobbed WW super singles turbo ect,,
  9. militarytrux

    Time for a new top

    I picked one up on E-bay for $150.00 new condition with rear window, just a thought.
  10. militarytrux

    6.2L to SM465 Flywheel Confusion

    Go on ebay and you can buy the flywheel from motherclutchers, I just bought one brand new in the box for $99.00 Good luck,
  11. militarytrux

    Deuce v. 5-ton for a bob-job

    Hello, I have done both and I am happier with the duece, much lighter overall, does not get as much attention with the local athuorities and once I added the power steering to the duece I sold the 5-ton There are many more things to consider along the way building and driving both I will...
  12. militarytrux

    Bobbed Deuce Bed

    If you spean a minute and search around google there's a guy in CT very talented who has done what you're talking about doing, he has made 4 door duece's and 5-ton cummins 4 doors, some short tucks with custom beds ect. He has a web site I thinks it's www.babyj.us ?? I will double check and...
  13. militarytrux

    HELP! Need gaskets for spin-on oil filters

    same thing happened to me last week, I headed over to NAPA and had to buy the whole filter just to get the flat gasket, they told me the gaskets were not available separately? Anyway we're back up and running with no leaks : )
  14. militarytrux

    Fdc

    Good evening all, Just wondering if there is any advantage to bypassing the FDC? I run diesel and will play around with WMO and ATF in the future maybe french fry oil as well. Thanks for the advice.
  15. militarytrux

    Guys I really made a boo-boo -warning carnage!

    Not to add insult to injury but take a look at the drag link, I did'nt think they were that cheesy, looks weak. Sorry about your truck : (
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