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    What did you do to your trailer today.

    Just under $80 for a case of 12 aerosol cans shipping included. You can also mix the colors. Last case I bought 11 green and 1 tan.
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    What did you do to your trailer today.

    RAPCOPARTS.COM I have had very good luck with them and their paints. Aerosol cans are what I always get. Fast shipping and always well packaged.
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    What did you do to your trailer today.

    Finally replaced the lost top locking pin on my M101A2 front gate. A SS member sent me a replacement and I used the pin from that. Quick work with a welder and then a grinding wheel insured it will never fall/pop out again. The original crimp just isn’t large enough on some pins. Easy to...
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    What have you done to your CUCV today/lately - Part 2

    The big mining trucks have been doing it for years. Very large Diesel engine just making electrical power. 4 giant electric motors at the wheels making it move. Impressive torque is an understatement
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    Electric brakes on 101a2 and 1101

    There are some really nice camper/adventure trailer builds with both electric and surge brake setups. Never ceases to amaze me the great ideas some guys come up with and then build/incorporate it.
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    Electric brakes on 101a2 and 1101

    Your trailer so whatever works for you. Your definitely set on installing them and I do understand your points. Personal preference. They are great trailers regardless. You will definitely be happy with it. I like mine stock and like the surge brakes a lot. For me, keeping surge brakes...
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    Electric brakes on 101a2 and 1101

    Why not just fix the surge brakes? Extremely easy to do and when completed, will last for life of trailer with periodic easy maintenance. Surge brakes are wonderful when properly maintained. Croft Trailer has all the factory parts for the system and excellent customer service. Mine handled...
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    M116A3 New Owner Newbie Questions

    I’m here to offer any help I can. Again...I’m on your side. Clearly I misread your original post. My mistake. Not my first and definitely not my last. All clear downrange.
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    M116A3 New Owner Newbie Questions

    Feel better now??!! Can we actually get back to the trailer topic?
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    M116A3 New Owner Newbie Questions

    “Jumped”? Really?? If he would have spent the same amount of time actually searching instead of snapping back he might have found the answer he needed.
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    M116A3 New Owner Newbie Questions

    A simple yes, without all the sharp tones, would have sufficed. Just asking if you did your due diligence in searching and reading. If you didn’t find exactly what you’re needing to know, then of course ask. I know it’s been covered. Wheels, hubs and all. What fits, what might fit and what...
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    M116A3 New Owner Newbie Questions

    Did you search like recommended in your other posting response? Its been covered many times and all your questions have been answered before. Tons of great info on this site about it. Search and and recommend start reading old threads. You will find answers to questions you haven’t even...
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    What have you done to your CUCV today/lately - Part 2

    I like my trucks as original as possible. That includes the radiator. Of course the aluminum/plastic radiators do the job. Maybe not as efficient, but good enough. So I’ve read. Plenty of suscess stories I simply like the brass/copper radiator that the truck was designed with. Zero...
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    Trailer Tongue Decal M116A3 USMC

    You will find, that as many of these trailers that were built, spare parts (including decals) are scarce.
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    M1101/M1102 Trailer Body Panels

    Post what you need in the parts wanted section. You will have better results there.
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    What have you done to your CUCV today/lately - Part 2

    They still make the copper/brass for these. Identical to original Installed mine last year and zero install issues It’s been flawless ever since. Pricey....., but you get what you pay for.
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    Trailer Tongue Decal M116A3 USMC

    Check classifieds and then check eBay. Data plates are readily available. Several different decals that have been reproduced are available also. Haven’t seen that particular one for sale but I’m sure someone has it. Recommend posting in the parts wanted section. You would be amazed on...
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    Interesting glow plug controller card failure.

    Always have a spare card or two stashed in truck, just in case.
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    M1009 7-way Trailer light upgrade

    That turned out really nice. Perfect location and looks good. Paint it OD to match and most will never notice new plug. Yea I initially thought and assumed the stock CUCV trailer plug was 24v. Quickly Learned otherwise.
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    Spacers to Raise the Seats

    I raised the rear attachment points by 2”, using aluminum spacers. Wife had the same complaint. Now seat is a much more comfortable angle. Unless you have a tilt steering wheel installed, also raising the front will put your thighs almost into bottom of steering wheel.
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