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    M101 Trailer Replacement Shocks

    I know there have been many posts in the past regarding replacement shocks for the M101 trailers, but I can’t find any recent threads regarding this subject. The main direct replacement shock that everyone seems to have agreed upon is the Monroe 32283, which has been discontinued. The Monroe...
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    M101A2 Landing Leg Repair

    The landing leg on my trailer is broken and bent to one side. I want to straighten it and weld it back together. Is the leg made from galvanized steel? What considerations do I need to take into account to weld it? I plan to use a 220v mig welder. Thanks!
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    M105 Stakes for M101A2?

    I recently purchased a decent M101A2 trailer, and would like some racks and bows for it. I found an M105 whose owner is willing to sell me the entire stake/rack set of three (no bows) for $125. I know they won't fit as is, but I'd like to use the vertical stakes to make my own rack system. I...
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    Installing New Canvas

    Does anyone have any tips or pictures regarding installing new canvas onto the rear bench seat assembly? I have a new, undrilled, rear seat frame and would like some tips for installing the seat covers. What is the spacing on the screw holes/grommets? The canvas is pretty darn tight trying to...
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    M38A1 Overheats!

    My A1 overheats (goes past 200 degrees) and boils-over within 10 minutes of idling. I've changed the thermostat - no help. I haven't checked the timing or carb adjustment, but the jeep starts and runs great, so I don't know how it could be a timing or carb issue. Looking in the radiator fill...
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    Which Manuals?

    Hello, I just bought my first running M38A1 which I plan to slowly restore. Other than the TM's, which jeep manuals are the best? I've heard mixed reviews on the "CJ Rebuilders Guide". Is this a good one to have for the M38A1?
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    Frame Repair

    I'm in the process of a frame-up resto on a 43' GPW. It's my first. Consequently, I'm learning many new skills. One of which is using a MIG welder. I think I'm pretty good at it, but now I'm at the point of welding all the frame cracks, specifically at the location of the front and rear spring...
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    Spark Plugs

    Hello, I'm a new M38A1 owner. I need to get new spark plugs, and there seems to be two kinds available: Autolite 2243 and 2245. Which one should I get, and what's the difference? Thanks!
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    M38A1 Windshield ID

    Hello, I'm currently looking at two 1952 M38A1's for sale. (A) One of them has a windshield frame with two wiper motors at the top, and a split inner windshield. (B) The other has a windshield frame with two wiper motors on the bottom, and a one-piece inner windshield. Is windshield (A)...
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    M103 Bows and Canvas

    Hello, I have a M103 Generator Trailer and am looking for bows and canvas. Does anyone know where I can obtain these items? Thanks!
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