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Hey R Racing! Yes - A beast she is! But she looks decievingly small - I think my 5-ton on 16/20's is actually taller. But I guess that was one of the intents of the design - low profile. Consider it something like looking at a brick - small but everything is compact and dense...

would these be strictly for the A3 wheels or do you have a source for the 2-PC HEMTT wheel o-rings?

Gee 12vctd - YOU DA MAN! I didn't know that they used these chassis in mining as well. I have seen the fire equipment trucks. Cool to know. So far the only drive train part that I knew I needed was that transfer yoke and #3 axle driveshaft (propeller shaft) u-joint, which I was able to...

Thanks Derrick, I've talked to Ted about a couple of things. A few of the elusive parts are specific to the 984E1/A1 Wrecker (which is probably why they were "reappropriated"). I do need one small external engine accessory gizmo, but most of the folks who have the Detroits in any condition do...

Thanks for the info guys. And thanks for stressing the difference between the CF-2 and CF-4 (not really hard to remember once you make the connection between -2 = 2-cycle and -4 = 4-cycle). Never hurts to have too much info - but definitely can hurt to not have enough! I know ther is some...

Thanks, Jon, Yes, I had already talked to Stewart (WA state) about running his HEMTT and he said similar things regarding the engine oil. He also recommended the Rotella. Confirmation information is extremely comforting. Like I said earlier, a lot of diesel guys are just not familiar with...

Hi Area52, Yes, that is the Fuel Tank on the driver's side. I think it is supposed to be 150 Gallon capacity. There were a few parts that had been replaced on the truck before I got it. All of them came off of a tan HEMTT that must have been being used for parts. I think others have...

Thanks GR, I am going to do my best to not let myself get too stressed over it. When she gets done, she gets done. Things are bound to come up and we'll just deal with them as they do. I can't complain too much - except for the bent "eyebrow" over the windshield, the cab is in really good...

OK Guys (and Gals!) - I think I am finally to the point that I can put some wrenches to work and not have excessive delays because of parts. In short, my next (insane) attempt is a "mechanical" restoration/rejuvenation of a M984E1 HEMTT Wrecker. I brought this one home a little while ago and...

As an afterthought, you might want to give Stalwart a message on here - if I remember correctly, Damon who began the rebuilding of his HEMTT had the entire cab powdercoated. Although not the same as the frame of a trailer, the cab is a full 8' wide and might have taken some flexing on that 8x8...

I bought a new 14K equipment trailer about 3 yrs ago and the company that makes them (PJ Trailers) switched all of their new trailers to powdercoating claiming that it held up better. I have to say that overall they are right. I would have to guess that most of the rust spots/lines on the...

Wow - Thanks guys. I've been playing around cars and trucks on and off for way too many years and never knew about the "unballanced charging" deal. I guess it might be better to save the so so batteries for 12 volt stuff and replace the pairs for 24 volt stuff as both new sets. Sorry this had...

OTHER Wrecker In Reply, I am currently working on restoring a M984E1 HEMTT Wrecker. Mostly just collecting the parts that I know that I will need. Havn't really sunk my teeth into it yet so I havn't posted any pics. Here is one so I don't get the infamous "worthless without pics" reply...

Does a list or location to look for exist for shippers/truckers on SS?? Trying to locate a shipper for a trailer and would much rather use one of out supporters. Thanks, Dave.

Hey Gang, Still looking for someone interested in moving this trailer for me. Thanks, Dave.

Bump with Pictures. Please let me know if there are any shippers interested. Thanks.

Looking for a shipper for a heavy PLS Trailer (M1076) from Rapid City, South Dakota to Chelsea, MI. Should weigh about 16,500 lbs, 8' wide, 25' long w/ tongue down, and about 5' tall. All tires appear to be up and should be ready to pull up onto transport trailer. Do not think there is...

Deuce Day Camper Found a '68 Kaiser Deuce many years ago in excellent condition. Had the long wheelbase and a 17' semi-expandable van body on it for a water purification system (erdilator). Couple of cool things about this truck - the van body has never (that I can tell) been through a...

Hi DrGreg, Thanks - is the one that you have off of an A3 or A4 or PLS or such monster? Looks totally different (except for the actual spare tire/wheel cradle) than the ones that I am familiar with. Looks like it might be a different engine application than the detroit 8v92ta? The exhaust...

Hi DrGreg, I think that is pretty close to what I'm looking for. Very likely there is more parts in your "kit" than the pictures show. What I think I am seeing in your pictures is the bottom "cradle assembly" that the spare tire/wheel sits in on top of the passenger fender. Your's might...