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Howdy, Recently my MEP 003a batteries died. They are the original 6TL batteries from the Military. Date code of May 2010, they were dead when I got the generator. However I charged them up and used them for about 2 years at this point. With them being dead now I need some replacements. I...

Hello all, I am currently saving up to get an M35, and I have never driven one. I have however driven various other vehicles of differing sizes and age/capability. This comes from my working on a farm. Having never driven a deuce, I'd like to hear what you guys think it would compare to at...

Hello all. I plan on doing an NV4500 swap into my M1028 this summer. I have locally sourced a pedal set, but I'm looking for some insight into this pedal assembly. It is from a 1987 Chevy (IIRC) C10 with an SM465. It is vacuum brakes and hydraulic clutch. Would this be a suitable set? It...

Hello. About 2 years and 7500 miles ago, I had a new driveshaft built with greaseable U joints for my M1028. It eliminated my driveline vibration issue I had beforehand, as there was a dent in the driveshaft. All was good until probably 3 months ago when a driveline vibration returned. I wanted...

Just a little bit of personal experience to pass on.....do the Doghead mod! The other day I was at the bank and my starter relay (the stock kind) stuck and the starter ran away on my 1986 M1028. Luckily I had an adjustable wrench in the cab and disconnected the battery in about 30 seconds. The...

Hello. Today I went to start my M1028 when it was 5 degrees F outside, it started and ran fine for about 10 minutes while I drove it to my friend house. Upon arriving, I let it idle for about 5 more minutes. During this time, the truck sputtered and died. I am no unable to restart it. Being...

Hello. I have a M1028 and am looking for a set of troop seats for it. I've done some research and found that the Chevy CUCV (M1008,M1028 ) and the Dodge CUCV (M880) troop seats are compatible with each other, at least the Dodge to the Chevy. Is this correct? I may be able to get a set of troop...

Hello. I recently got a military jerry can for free. It is a USMC model made in 5/94 (the year and month I was born). It has many leaks and holes in the bottom, the largest being about 3/8 inch long. I would like to repair this can if possible. The holes are too big to use a liquid sealer, and...

Hello. I currently have an MEP-003 hard wired professionally to my house through a transfer switch, so it can power the whole house. It did great over 4 days of use when Sandy hit. Here's the thing though - If it is possible, would you guys suggest getting an MEP-004 and then reconfiguring it...

Hello. I just have a real quick question. Could an M1028 flat tow an M35A2? Ive towed a 6000 pound Chevy C30 no issues, and I could imagine it could tow two of them. I dont have any plans to do this, but its kinda just a "would like to know for my own knowledge" question. Of course the M1028...

Alright, so I have an 86 M1028. It has fresh GP relay, and all new GP's. It starts fine no matter what. One thing though- I watched this video and this is NOT how my system operates. Heres how mine does- Cold start: Turn key, light on for like 15 seconds, this whole time I can hear...

Hello. I have scoured the internet and cant seem to find the right answer for my truck. What spindle nut socket do I need for my 1986 M1028. It seems to be a 4 indent nut on the outside, and a 4 prong nut on the inside. What socket does this require? Will

Hello. I want to install a CB radio into my 1986 M1028. I already have the radio, ordered the antenna. It is a Regency Cr-186 radio (got it at a tractor show it seems to work) and a brand new Wilson 500 magnetic base antenna. This truck was owned by a fire company as a brush truck, and at...

Hello. Real quick question. Are there any events or rallies around or in NJ? I'd love to do some MV events but I cant seem to find any in the area... Thanks, Will

Hello. Ok So I still have to post the first start up video of my MEP-003. It runs like a demon. I almost have it ready to power the house, just need the transfer switch, but it's all wired. The problem I'm having is with the frequency gauge. Now I know I should check the TM's but I figure...

Hello, I just got my 1983 MEP-003 from Ft. Meade. It is complete in every fashion and is a very nice unit. I'll get more into that in another thread once it is "done". I am planning on doing some pre start tune up things to it, like the filters and a general inspection. For the fuel...

Hello. I have been interested in a military generator for a while now. Through my research, it seems that the 5kw MEP 002 is the right one for me. It would be running at a pretty high load, so it would avoid wet stacking as would a higher rated unit may (like an MEP 003). Are my ideas correct...

Hello. My M1028 is on the road and better than it has ever been, except one thing. There is a drone and vibration that starts at about 35-40 MPH, and partially receeds at 47 MPH. I think this is the driveshaft, as there is a 1/4 inch deep (about) dent in it right in the middle. When you let off...

Real quick, two things. On my M1028, what is the oil drain plug torque? And I'd like to install a magnetic drain plug. Is this the correct one for the truck? http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/CatalogItemDetail.aspx?A=BK_7041367_0071120312&An=0 NAPA BK 7041367 I'm doing an oil change and...

Dang it..... My dad literally said he closed the door and watched the passenger side mirror glass plummet to its doom. It seems that the adhesive failed due to age. Where can I get a new mirror glass for the passenger side? And what do I use to secure it to the mount? Also, my rearview...