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  1. Sharecropper

    Any of you guys have your m1009 setup for Overlanding?

    If you guys want to see what a real CUCV overlander looks like, check out Glockfan’s new thread over in the CUCV Hotrodding section.
  2. Sharecropper

    M1031 to M1028A1 Overland Build, Offroad Designs NP203/205, 4L80E Conversion

    Outstanding Joe. Probably the best overlander I’ve ever seen.
  3. Sharecropper

    Source for engine decals

    Thanks everyone but still have not found what I am looking for. I will post photos later.
  4. Sharecropper

    Source for engine decals

    Does anybody know a source for reproduction engine decals? I want to paint my air cleaner and would like to make it look new.
  5. Sharecropper

    How do you get the most horsepower out of a 6.2?

    Money. All it takes is money. And plenty of it. And the ability to release that large sum of money without trepidation or guilt. And an understanding wife. And a successful career. And realistic goals. And patience. And quality tools. And dedication with a desire to think outside the box.
  6. Sharecropper

    optimizer long block - hummer 24V or cucv 24v

    Glad it’s coming together for you. Thanks for the update.
  7. Sharecropper

    optimizer long block - hummer 24V or cucv 24v

    Rich, a mechanical water temperature gauge could be the most important instrument in your truck. Here is the gauge I am installing in my M1028 - https://www.autometer.com/2-5-8-water-temp-120-240-f-6-tubing-mech.html
  8. Sharecropper

    Project m1010

    The correct TV cable is AC Delco 25515599. 36.1" long. The correct 700R4-to-NP208 tall adapter is GM 14038663 to fit on the standard CUCV crossmember. Not sure about that "W" crossmember, or if your NP241 is different. The 14038663 is 1-piece all cast, however I have heard that you can also...
  9. Sharecropper

    optimizer long block - hummer 24V or cucv 24v

    Rich - glad it’s running. I recommend you consider mechanical oil pressure and water temperature gauges to eliminate any possibility of error. And yes I agree that the thermostat is not opening. Is it possible that it got installed backwards?
  10. Sharecropper

    Non-running M1009 from Nebraska to Kentucky

    35 miles north of Lincoln
  11. Sharecropper

    optimizer long block - hummer 24V or cucv 24v

    The good news is, you caught this before completing the project and starting out on a road trip.
  12. Sharecropper

    Non-running M1009 from Nebraska to Kentucky

    I have purchased a non-running M1009 in Nebraska and need it transported to Kentucky. The M1009 is complete and in good shape but without engine, so the weight should be around 4500 lbs. All tires are good and tight. Cash in hand. Thanks.
  13. Sharecropper

    optimizer long block - hummer 24V or cucv 24v

    Let us know what you discover.
  14. Sharecropper

    optimizer long block - hummer 24V or cucv 24v

    Rich - I had to think a few minutes before posting. I certainly don’t want to play Dr Doom, but if that passenger side head was installed and torqued properly, and I feel that it probably was, then there may be a larger issue. In my 50 years of working on engines, I have never heard of a head...
  15. Sharecropper

    optimizer long block - hummer 24V or cucv 24v

    What do you think about getting some hard brass fittings and pipe from Ace Hardware to extend the valley port rearward to terminate at the back of the valley? That’s what I used on the front turbo port of my P400 to pressurize the Spinner centrifugal oil filter.
  16. Sharecropper

    optimizer long block - hummer 24V or cucv 24v

    I'm planning on keeping my OEM idiot lights intact, and also add Autometer 2-5/8" mechanical gauges in a custom mount which replaces the ashtray. I will retain the OEM sending units for the idiot lights, but the mechanical gauges hook into the systems they will monitor. Or in other words, the...
  17. Sharecropper

    optimizer long block - hummer 24V or cucv 24v

    Rich; The black wire in my M1028 goes to the middle stud on the bottom bar. See photo. Regarding the 6.5 oil pressure sending unit, are you talking about the unit in the engine valley under the intake manifold? If so, that is a safety pressure switch which shuts down injection pump/engine if...
  18. Sharecropper

    CUCV and EMP Prep

    Ummmm.... if I remember correctly, it is against forum rules to post anything about EMP.
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