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    M1009 vibration

    When the sun comes up I'll check, but I don't remember seeing any when I installed it. In fact I don't ever remember seeing c clips on the rear caps on any of the M1009's I have flat towed over the years. It makes the same vibration as it did before I had the rear driveline rebuilt. The old...
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    M1009 vibration

    I have this noticeable vibration that seems to be strongest while accelerating between 35 and 45. I've looked at the damper and it is rock solid true running at idle. I had a u joint wear out and replaced that and had the driveline balanced at the same time. The vibration is a engine speed...
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    Nebulous, M1009

    I bypassed that resister for the glow plugs, so that they have 12V. I don't understand why that resister is needed. With it, if you lose 1 gp others will burn out quickly. With the resister bypassed the loss of one doesn't effect the rest.
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    Why are CUCV prices so much higher that Civi Chevs

    Looks good! I know we all would like to find a deal like that. One thing I have noticed with GSA auction sales is that they now hide the detractors from the photo's. They used to be more up front, but the photo's were never good. At least that is my experience lately. Anybody else notice this...
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    Please help me decide. M1028 with auto or 3spd granny?

    When I was younger I would have said manual, but now that I'm wiser(lol), I say auto. I like the stick for better control off road, but auto is a big plus with today's traffic. So bottom line is, with all other things equal with condition of the trucks I would go auto for primarily highway...
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    Engine knock on startup

    I agree that these trucks are tough and no 2 sound alike and some run smoother than others, but this one gives a definite dry start like a deuce. That hollow knock until the oil hits the bearings is not comforting. As far as opinions go, I appreciate them all! Thanks
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    Engine knock on startup

    My son is driving one of my M1009's and let the oil level fall to 2 quarts low. After bringing the level up to full, there is a rod knocking noise, about 4 or 5 knocks until oil pressure is present on startup. Then everything sounds normal. Sounds like a dry start up, but I haven't noticed this...
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    M1009 Frame & Suspension Question

    The innovation, vast experience and new products are reasons I come to steelsoldiers. There is something new in almost every thread. Suspension questions are asked fairly often, and read them looking for information to store away for when I might need it. I would advise a CUCV poster to use the...
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    M1008 or M1009?

    I say get one of each......... if you can stop there.
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    Correct shackles

    If you ever intend on flat towing keep then removable.
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    Why are CUCV prices so much higher that Civi Chevs

    I hope they didn't hack the dash on you or cut holes in the doors for speakers. I hate it when that happens. I still have one of the 1st ones I bought where someone tried to sound proof the interior and I never took the stereo out because It would have a hole I couldn't cover. My son drives it...
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    Why are CUCV prices so much higher that Civi Chevs

    Nova, I've driven a CUCV for so long that if I drive something else, I still don't turn on the radio, and I don't miss it, but that is just me.
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    Why are CUCV prices so much higher that Civi Chevs

    I'll also add that I try to buy airforce trucks whenever possible. They are much better taken care of. The cabs aren't sat on, hoods not broke in the middle. The have a different shade of OD. Every one I've had was runway clean underneath too. Marine corps next, less abuse, good cabs. Army are...
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    Why are CUCV prices so much higher that Civi Chevs

    I believe in the original CUCV, no mods. When people remove the bumper guard (yeah it's heavy)or drive around without the shackles they loose that military look which is so important. I have considered a few mods to enhance performance, but they can't be visible such as an overdrive trans or...
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    Why are CUCV prices so much higher that Civi Chevs

    I have an original M1028 with 16k on it I will be selling soon. It does have aftermarket wheels because the Park service I got it from used it offroad. When I buy one of these the seat is one of the best indicators if not the best of how many miles that are on it. They don't make that vinyl any...
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    Why are CUCV prices so much higher that Civi Chevs

    I have heard about Detroit Diesel designing the 6.2. It was part of the GM family, but I don't find myself easily convinced when GM is involved. Do you think they would scam you for a buck? NO not GM! My Dad bought a 1984 Cadillac new with the newly designed 350 Diesel, totally reworked they...
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    M1009 Door Adjustment

    cucvrus, Can you give a step by step on how you change a door? Anyone with a good source for a box of striker bushings? Thanks
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    Why are CUCV prices so much higher that Civi Chevs

    Welpro... total agreement here. Someone earlier said it is basically a detroit diesel. That is misleading as the 6.2 is nothing like a Detroit Diesel. Any potential CUCV owners should forget they ever read that.
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    M1009 Door Adjustment

    were any of you able to order directly from Auveco Products? I see it's #14924 in their catalog. In leu of Auveco where is the best place to order a box? I would like to get a box of 25 striker bushings . Thanks
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    Why are CUCV prices so much higher that Civi Chevs

    That also may have something to do with the puzzled looks if anyone thinks that there still is a 5.7 diesel still running under the hood.
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