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  1. shovelheadmike

    M35a3 electric winch

    Prices... I have seen most of them in the $800 to $900 range. Last summer a guy in FL had a pallet on new ones complete with cable, hook, and 30' remote for $850. Excluding shipping. Searching online, have seen quite a few for $500. These were on some of the 4x4 sites where guys had bought...
  2. shovelheadmike

    a2 and a3 in snow

    I went out in 8-10" of snow and never did engaged the front axle. Must be the tires.
  3. shovelheadmike

    Counterfeit ARB Lockers

    There is a.lot.of.counterfeit merchandise out there, if you buy from a.reputable ARB dealer, this will not be.a problem. The trouble.starts when you deal in the "grey market".
  4. shovelheadmike

    M35a3 electric winch

    Oh, I did get a.great deal on another Warn 18K that was.damaged. Got it.strictly for parts. However,.manager to fix it. So, it will be.going.on the.back this summer. Will.post.pics.when done.
  5. shovelheadmike

    M35a3 electric winch

    Yes it does. If you look close, I still have a.few more bolts to install. Do you think all of.the winch should.be tan? Other than the cable.
  6. shovelheadmike

    M35a3 electric winch

    I agree 100% with oldman99, but didn't want to start another "if it's not PTO or hydraulic..." tiraid by those certain closed minded folks... I have been told that the Warn 18K is what has been installed on the MRAP, someone.must think it is plenty for a vehicle that is close to the 5 ton in...
  7. shovelheadmike

    M35a3 electric winch

    I think that the Warn 18K is just right for the Deuce. That said, I'd be sure to have a good snatch block just in case. It is probably a bit light for a 5 ton. Revision based.upon advice.from oldman99: Yes, it.should do just fine. See.info from oldman99.
  8. shovelheadmike

    M35a3 electric winch

    More Warn 18K installation on an A3 as requested.
  9. shovelheadmike

    M35a3 electric winch

    Warn 18K on A3 As requested, additional pictures of the Warn 18K install on my A3.
  10. shovelheadmike

    Bitten by a drill.

    When I had just started.college in 1970, the metal shop instructor was doing a.home.project after the last class. He was using a drill press to drill a small hole (1/4-1/2") in a piece of sheet metal. The drill bit stuck. So, now the.piece of sheet metal was rotating at the.drill speed. It...
  11. shovelheadmike

    Prepping a large MV for paint

    Wow, 7 gallons. I had planned on 2 - 3 gallons for my A3. Currently, it is tan. However, if.they keep painting the new.vehicles at Ft Bragg woodland camo, that might change.
  12. shovelheadmike

    The Deuce as my backup generator

    I purchased a 20KW Generac LP generator used (Telecom unit with real low hours) for $1500. It will run my.whole house. It is.liquid cooled.
  13. shovelheadmike

    silicone the O-rings on HEMMT wheels?

    I.have lots of experience in making.my own O Rings. Any one know the specs on the A3 O rings? The diameter and length.
  14. shovelheadmike

    The Deuce as my backup generator

    Oh, you are.the.manual speed/frequency controller. So, you get to adjust your hand throttle to maintain proper frequency. Works great for small loads.
  15. shovelheadmike

    The Deuce as my backup generator

    Yes, there are a couple of PTO.driven generators.available that will work ok. Be sure to pick one that.is.designed to run at.1800 rpm.rather than the standard 3600 rpm generators. This.would.be a.four.pole generator. Keep in mind that there will not be any way for the gen to make the deuce...
  16. shovelheadmike

    looking for M35A3 winch parts

    PProbably won't help wldrob up on Canada, but useful for a member in the lower 48.
  17. shovelheadmike

    looking for M35A3 winch parts

    Just checked and it is.still posted. However.I.failed to mention it includes.two new.red tops. There is.also the milemarker off of a.hummer. also with two red tops. Don't know.if he ships.
  18. shovelheadmike

    looking for M35A3 winch parts

    Just saw a guy yesterday on NC4x4.com with a nib 24v 18k Warn for $500.
  19. shovelheadmike

    looking for M35A3 winch parts

    In a previous post you had some concern about the heat generated by the pump always running. How about putting an electric clutch on it like.an a/c compressor? To each their own, but couldn't you sell the A2 stuff and use the $ to buy the 5 ton unit complete? I really think that you would be...
  20. shovelheadmike

    M35a3 wobble

    Mine does it to. Does not have the side to side, more just up and down. Not flat spots on tires. Sure seems like a resonance between the rear wheels. Will try the extra lug nut thing.
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