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  1. Warren Lovell

    Equipment Violations

    Just as in any job, there can be some real "tools" out there enforcing the laws of this state. Then there are the ones who are car guys. I think the bottom line is the vehicle code in most instances is pretty specific and if you follow the code, you're not going to get pulled over. Driving is a...
  2. Warren Lovell

    California License Plate display / positioning/ lighting

    California Vehicle Code section 5200(a); License plates: When two license plates are issued by the department for use upon a vehicle, they shall be attached to the vehicle for which they were issued, one in the front and the other in the rear...
  3. Warren Lovell

    rear drive shat forward u-joint question

    I noticed the forward u-joint on the rear drive shaft has no retaining clips or even a groove for a clip. Is this normal? It a also impossible to get apart...any tips guys?
  4. Warren Lovell

    Any feedback on LMC Truck windshield weatherstrip?

    Getting towards the cab for paint this weekend. I need to replace the windshield weatherstrip. Has anyone used the LMC truck windshield weatherstrip? I've used their other parts which are good, but I read on an m1009 build that said he had to work hard to get it to fit? anyone?
  5. Warren Lovell

    21 steps to sucessful transmission rebuild

    Twenty-One Steps to Successful Transmission Repair: 1) Do your research locate any technical bulletins pertaining to your transmission, ask your dealers parts department for bulletins. 2) Clean the entire transmisssion, including the valve body. 3) Check pump, valve body and case for...
  6. Warren Lovell

    Broken instrument cluster

    In trying to carefully remove my instrument cluster, the bottom right piece broke off. I thought of gluing it back, but it is the piece which has the shift indicator wire going over it. Does anyone know where I can get a good replacement cluster? Thanks, Warren
  7. Warren Lovell

    Best winshield rubber?

    Anyone have a recommendation on where to get a proper fitting windshield rubber. I remember someone had said LMC's seal was difficult to install.
  8. Warren Lovell

    Desert Storm Photos? M1009

    Does anyone have photos they could share of the M1009 in action in Desert Storm?
  9. Warren Lovell

    Stencil gurus...yet another query

    USAG FHL NTV Anyone have a clue what this means? Is it like those matress warnings, which would subject me to arrest if I remove or deface it!
  10. Warren Lovell

    Parking on incline problem

    When I park my M1009 on even a slight incline, and leave the truck there for 30 minutes shut down, when i start the truck - it'll run for a few seconds then die. I have to crank the motor for a while to get it to run. This ONLY happens when the front of the vehicle is parked higher than the...
  11. Warren Lovell

    stencil meaning?

    Outside and inside my door are stenciled : NFOFVH Anyone know what this stands for?
  12. Warren Lovell

    60 days gl wait normal?

    GL just charged my credit card, they got the EUC and Driver License. Ms. Cowan (in Arizona) told me it could be around 60 days for me to get the invoice and clearance to pick up the M1009. Is this a normal waiting period? I haven't purchased from them in 4 years. GL told me the EUC is good...
  13. Warren Lovell

    Getting second M1009 !

    Just won a Govliquidation auction for a M1009 out of Barstow. Maybe I'll go out on a limb and do this 3-color desert camo.
  14. Warren Lovell

    Under the paint

    Starting the process of painting the small items on my M1009. I had the rear bumper off and began to strip the original paint down to the metal. Under the green was a black primer (good coat). And under the black primer was a grey primer (light coat). I was suprised to see rust under the grey...
  15. Warren Lovell

    Trailer light wire identification

    Got a military trailer for my M1009. It had civy lights and I have a pair of Humvee tailights I want to put on. The wires from the taillights have aluminum identification numbers. Does anyone know the numbers mean / what wire lead is for what connector?
  16. Warren Lovell

    Trailer plug junction question

    Is this the standard type plug you all have on your M1009s? I went to NAPA to get the recommended T adapter and it doesn't fit. Any suggestions?
  17. Warren Lovell

    Led - dont do this!

    I replaced my gen light bulbs with LEDs. If you do this, the generator lights will not go out and the voltage gauge will show in the yellow. I changed the gen lights back to 194's and problem is gone. According to the electrician, you would have to put in a resister...and the LED bulbs are...
  18. Warren Lovell

    M762 data plate needed !

    Anyone out there have a source for a data plate for a M762 3/4 ton trailer? Looking for an NOS or super clean Data plate. Thanks, Warren btoband@gmail.com
  19. Warren Lovell

    M1009 Seat options?

    Just curious to see what kind of non blazer seats have been installed in the M1009. Photos would be a plus... warren
  20. Warren Lovell

    Alternator part source?

    Does anyone know where you can find the parts to rebuild a M1009 alternator?
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