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I didn't know Lexus was building military trucks?:lol: It looks great with a lot of attention to detail...platoon sergeants around the world would be proud[thumbzup] Burning question...did you put back the red fuzzy dice?? Those are cool...got a black set of dice myself. A gift from the wife.

:driver:[thumbzup]:grd: I take it that is one of Hundy's creations? Lookin' nice. Can't tell in the pics, but is that a solid green or 3 color camo soft top? I'm looking for a solid green and Erik's is out of stock and he doesn't know if he will get more.

Nearly forgot:doh:...Here's the link to my battery box project which includes before and after photos...enjoy... http://www.steelsoldiers.com/5-ton-up/79121-939-battery-box-upgrade-809-a.html#post1002457 More upgrade pics coming soon...I just have to get around my nagging time deficit...

Running 50wt Rotella HD engine oil in the 818 now. I made the move after reading many discussions here and other sites regarding this same issue. I have driven little since, but it is feeling a little smoother.

:ditto: Agreed. Luckily my good neighbor has a CA CDL A no restrictions and full endorsements. Another word of advice. Rent a commercial truck (not a U-Haul or Penske "Joe-Blow" moving van) that is OVER 26Klbs GVWR, standard shift and air brake equipped. Avoid using your MV. Between the...

Big_Papa...I agree with most who have already posted. Get it and be good in the eyes of the law. Was sort of a necessity for me, one, the litigious nature of our society (especially in CA) and , two, my employer would hang me out to dry if I was not following the law. Please do not succumb...

I installed one of these kits on M818. It does require some modification as far as the frame mounting goes other than that it fits right in place. I like it much better than the standard M809 battery box set up. See the my OP...

The day I picked up the truck I cranked over the engine and there was the terrible squeak. I thought it was a loose belt at first. After a quick troubleshoot, I nailed it down to the exhaust bracket. However, I toyed with different ideas for quite a while on a cure 'til I found this one.

Copy and done[thumbzup] Thanks for the heads up with the error in the original post. I must have "fat-fingered" the keyboard:doh::cookoo:...I guess I should stick with copy and paste. Glad to be of service. Let me know if you have any further questions.

I ordered it from McMaster-Carr. Here is the nomenclature, dimensions and part number: Neoprene Vibration Damping Sandwich Mount Male/Male, 1/2"-13 Thread, 1-1/2" H, 3-1/8" W, p/n 9213K62 Catalog page: McMaster-Carr It should be noted that the neoprene version withstands temperatures of 180°F.

Meanwhile down at the station... "Hey, Joe, remember that generator we need to pick up the Army post? Why don't you take the Ridgline and that old U-haul and go pick it up." "Hey, uh, gee, Bob, don't you think I should use one of the brush trucks??" "Nnnnaaaawww! You'll be fine. Besides...

:funny:Humor...the best medicine[thumbzup]

Glad to hear you made it out unscathed. Someone was smiling upon you that day. As far as your truck's disposition, there seems to be a consensus to save it. If the frame is straight and all the drive train is all operational, strip off all the damage saving the good parts. Go find a POS...

Thanks for the compliments. You are right about the steps. It takes a bit getting used to climbing into the cab. The trick is starting with the right foot. The old set-up is easier to use, but I thought the top step got a little precarious sometimes. I had it move under foot a few times...

FYI to all 809 owners for your part number lists: O-rings for manual fuel pump... Brasscraft #0562, 3/8" I.D. (1/2" O.D.) X 1/16" Wall purchased from Lowes

813 all the way...how can you not love that dead sexy 809-series punim:grd:[thumbzup]:driver:

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:ditto: Darn handsome, baby.....YYYYeeeeah!!

PM Sent. If anyone else is interested, PM me I can forward info I have regarding obtaining these kits.

This kit is designed to replace that battery box set up. I don't think I like the idea of having four batteries in the cab and, especially, under the seat. Take a look at the .pdf instruction sheet, step 3-1...it spells out how the under seat battery box is turned into the BII box. This kit...