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Hey all, I'm just about through with my exhaust manifold rebuild and was wondering if anyone knows the Napa part # for the exhaust gasket?? Any help would much be appreciated!!!! Steve

Played around to see what my truck could look like bobbed, what do ya' think??

Just wondering if it's been bobbed (the 5-ton). Any pics of bobbed trucks with duals on the rear?? Thanks all!

Hey, Found a "Expandable shop body"? I think its called today, with the heaters in it, and the sides that fold down. It appears to be in Great shape, and he is asking $800 for it. Does that sound reasonable?? I thought so considering i've never even SEEN one down here!! Also, were these...

Hey, Developed a SERIOUS exhaust manifold leak the other day on the gasser, and started tearing it done for repair today. Noticed that it appears to have two gaskets installed, instead of the expected one?!? I've done this before on exhaust on small blocks, headers, etc. But wasn't sure...

Hey everybody!! I was thinking about (just contemplating) about bobbing my bridge truck, and keeping super singles with a custom built bed. Would anyone be in need of a complete rear end for a bridge truck?? Didn't know if it was like selling a "pink elephant", or if anyone would possibly buy...

Wishing all my family and friends on Steelsoldiers a Happy Thanksgiving! Hope everyone has a wonderful day! Steve

Hey all!! Had a question, pondering a thought someone mentioned once! Has anyone known of a "conventional" gas motor and tranny (ie. Chevy 454, Ford 460 etc....) being installed into a duece or 5-ton, and do you know of the performance obtained from a swap, negative or positive?? Just...

Hey all! I put on a couple of pics of my 5-ton playing in the backwoods in the picture forums.....man I love these trucks!!

Hello, Does anyone know of a website or way to resize pics? Everyone I try to load as an Avatar says that they are too big?? I'm kinda computer knowledgeable, but can't figure out how?

O.k. fellas of the higher "Intellectual" powers, got a technical opinionated question for you. All I do with my 5-Ton M-328 (thats the bridge truck) is go off-roading in the swamps around where I live. Out of two choices, what set-up do you believe to be best for off-roading, epecially in...

I was just wondering if anyone has ever installed and used the locking door handles for the exterior of the truck? Seem to work well and built tough?? Thank! Steve

Kinda of a silly question, i'm sure the answer is simple. How do I post a pic once i'm answering a topic in the forums, to better show a point, etc?? Thanks, Steve

Hey all!! As some may know, my "Steel Soldier" is a M-139 Bridge Truck, rated at 5-tons, built by IHC. My question is the rating of 5-tons, is that accurate, or maybe under-rated?? I have seen several 5-tons, and my suspension is much more than the ones I have came close to. I hauled a...

Hey Friends!! I need some help on finding some brake components for a 5-ton IHC M-139, such as Replacement Wheel cylinders, brake pads, etc. I came to a speedy stop earlier after some late riding, and I blew out two wheel cylinders ( no telling how old they are!), and now have to add fluid...

Hey all, Anyone ever have a problem changing their profile on the Motor Pool? My computer seems to want to lock up when I revise or update. When I click on Submit, it tells me "Your not authorized to use this feature."? ...Now, I cant even find my profile under Motor Pool?!? Thanks...

Hey all, I need to find out where I can obtain a set of the water proof spark plugs for a 1960 5- Ton with the R6602 Gas engine? Any help is appreciated! Thanks, Steve

Hey everyone, Anyone here every replace sparkplugs on the r6602 gas-burner? Its my upcoming project (I don't think they have ever been changed) and I wasn't sure if their a special type, or just a everyday plug from the local autoparts store? It also appears that the plug wires are...

Hey everyone, I have a 1960 M-139 5-Ton "bridge Truck" with the 20,000 lb. front mounted winch. My problem is that I can't seem to get it to grab reverse! I have had a friend slip the clutch, while I lay underneath and try to "Help" the PTO control rod go all the way into reverse...