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  1. Gunwriter

    11.0-20 NDTs on a deuce, good idea?

    Would swapping the stock 9x20s for 11x20s noticeably improve offroad performance? How much of a difference would one see?
  2. Gunwriter

    $79 soft tops back in stock at Sportsman Guide

    I was surfing around and noticed Sportsman Guide has Deuce soft tops back in stock for $79......brand new. New U.S. Army 2 1/2 - Ton Truck Cover, Khaki, Military Surplus, Brand Not Specified, New Never Issued Us Military Army Surplus Truck Cover Usa Made Waterproof Insulated at Sportsman's...
  3. Gunwriter

    11.0-20 NDTs on a deuce, good idea?

    I have been thinking about stepping up to 11.0-20 tires on my deuce. The military NDTs for the 5 ton seem to be pretty inexpensive. Am I correct to think that I can run these as duals in the back, gain a mph advantage on the top end and a bit of an advantage off road? What would be the draw...
  4. Gunwriter

    Windshield wiper question! Is this normal, or how to fix!?

    Question for all you old hands here! I got my first Deuce and I love it. However I noticed that the windshield wipers move at drastically different speeds. When the drivers is at a good pace, the passenger side is not moving. When the passengers is at a good pace, the driver's is in typhoon...
  5. Gunwriter

    My first Deuce~! Drove it home from Jefferson City yesterday!

    Well, I picked up my first Deuce yesterday, a 1968 Kaiser M35A2. I drove the 300+ miles to Jefferson City and pawed it over. 12,215 miles and looked in good shape. Went over the entire truck as talked about on this site. Checked oil, radiator, tranny, transfer, differentials, brakes, tires, lug...
  6. Gunwriter

    Need info regarding drivers license required

    I know everyone says that you only need a regular drivers license to drive a Deuce, except in Kali, but can someone point me to something legal in this regard? I'm in Kansas, and picking up my first Deuce tomorrow and would like to be able to place a copy in the truck.
  7. Gunwriter

    picked up my S250 shelter today!

    I picked up my S250 shelter today at Fort Riley. First time at GL there, man it was great. Took about 10 minutes total from when I walked in to when they had it loaded on my truck. I strapped it down and then went and looked at what else they had. GL people were awesome, helpful and polite. Very...
  8. Gunwriter

    arctic heater value

    fuel burning heater value what would an excellent condition fuel burning personnel heater cost? How hard are they to find and are they really that good? How hard are they to install?
  9. Gunwriter

    Need help bringing S250 shelter home from Fort Riley

    I won a S250 shelter auction at Fort Riley and could use a hand getting it home if anyone can help. I live in Chapman, so am only 20 minutes from the gate. If you can help please email me at gun.writer@gmail.com, I'd be happy to make it worth your while best Dave Fortier
  10. Gunwriter

    What trailer would an S-250 fit on the best??

    Question, what military trailer would an S-250 shelter fit on the best? thanks for any and all input! I'm eagerly awaiting my EUC to clear on my new M35A2 and am already looking at other goodies to go with it...you guys make this hobby adictive!
  11. Gunwriter

    How to ID manufacturer?

    If the manufacturer is not listed on the ID plate, how do you ID the truck manufacturer?
  12. Gunwriter

    Parts interchange question

    Have a simple, I hope, question Will parts interchange between the various makes of multi fuel turbo engines from the same time period? Will say, Continental fuel system, and other, parts fit on say a White or other engine? thanks!
  13. Gunwriter

    Looking to buy a M109A3 from GL, any advice?

    Hi, I'm looking at buying a M109A3 from GL at Fort Riley. My wife is in the Army and I bought a nice spread about 15 miles from the post in Chapman. I have a huge out building big enough to put 4 or 5 of them in, a couple air compressors and tools. I used to do quite a bit with muscle cars...
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