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I bought an m1009 and the pump appears to have flex ring failure. I keep getting little pieces stuck in the glass check valve.
I bought a reportedly NEW Stanadyne DB 2831-5209 which from what I have read is a de-tuned 6.5 diesel. I have read that this is basically 4911 pump or at least...
I just bought a 1984 M1009 with 61k on the clock. This one was in the fleet of the China Grove Police Department and went to auction about 3-4 years ago, and I bought it from the guy who got it at auction. He never messed with it and it sat the whole time. I put batteries in it and it will...
I have been reading here and there trying to figure out a safe RPM range for sustained runs on the Interstate. I am trying to figure out what combination of parts I need to make this drivable on the Interstate since it is the only truck I own at the moment!
The RPM calculators are showing...
I sold my 1991 1500 4x4 6.2l diesel truck, which leaves me with the M1008. I need to swap out the 400 for a 700 to be able to get up on the freeway!
I would like some assistance/advice!
My parts list
- 13 vane pump rotor kit
- Kevlar front band
- Corvette servo kit with .472 valve?
-...
I have not taken apart my spare "J" motor yet, but I did see one that was taken apart...IT had steel headgaskets!
I was wondering i know that the military used a 20:1 piston but what gasket did they use? Cometic or some other brand? what thickness was it?
thanks
I have no affiliaiton to this vehicle, but thought someone here might be in the market!
I am still learning about these vehicles and it could have been a 1008? not sure though
86 Chevy Army Truck
I drove this thing and the tranny shifts very firm, motor purrs! 68K on the odometer, NEW...
I have no affiliation to either post BUT thought someone here might be in the market for parts or vehicle so I posted them.
check the links!
1st post 2 1952 Military Jeeps (one part- one running) $1500
2 1952 military jeeps
The other was a 1952 GMC 6x6 for $800! Guy said it ran 4yrs ago...
What shocks to use?
I noticed that the rubber grommet inside the top loop mounted to the frame has slid out...driver's side front! I have not inspected the others yet...I know I need to put a pair up front at least___________
What kind of shocks were used and are they available?
I thought...
* I now have an avatar! Been waiting, reading, and looking into one of these for awhile!
I just picked up my 1984 M1008, with 48K on the odometer...$2200...Runs good, no wear on the floor mat, no tears in the benchseat, slight wear on the right side of the brake pedal, NEW Optima batteries...
I have a block heater from another vehicle...I am looking at putting in my 1008...
When you place the element into the block on the driver's side does the element itself need to be pointed up/down so that the element fits into the gap between the cylinder walls?
I read that if the element...
I have seen several sets of surplus 6.2l headers for sale and was wondering if any one got the to work on a CUCV?
How thick are they? I was thinking about trying to get a buddy to do some mods on a set if these things will fit a CUCV...
try tweaking and using them either just as headers on...
THIS ONE GOT AWAY____I am buying a 1986 1 1 /4 Ton military 4x4, "J" code 6.2, with 68K on the odometer...
I have a Few questions
Vehicle MODEL #-
Not sure what model this is 1028? 1031? This thing has a 45mph max painted on the glovebox...When drove it it was really wound up at 55mph...
I signed up here awhile back due to the lure of Surplus craft! I have been fighting the urges but my buddies duece and the 6.2 4x4 vehicles won out!
Just put some money down on a M1031 (1 1/4 ton 4x4 pick-up) I beleive...68K on the odometer, 6.2J code________This thing is wicked just has way...
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