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Small update... I have run into a few snags. First, renting trailers big enough to haul Humvees, are costing me, since I don't have a proper truck and trailer set up. Plus, locating trucks that can move 10k-ish easily, isn't always on the menu. That being said, Humvee building is on slight...

Quickish update.... Today was a pretty decent day with the M1123. The glow plug extractor kit arrived, along with the thermostat, lug nuts, etc.... So, it was a day, but most of it got accomplished. I still need to button up quite a few things in the area. But, I feel like progress is being...

I've always said that some days bite harder than others. Today, it was mother nature that bit the hardest. Today, I fought winds that made me laugh, damn near hysterically. It felt like a desert that I couldn't escape. But, I wasn't about to let the day bust my spirits, so I pressed forward...

Another small update.... I've started working in the engine area. Most of the fluids have been drained, valve covers removed. The frost plug has been removed and a new 1000W block heater installed. Lower coolant pipe looks pretty crusty, so I will eventually order another. The injectors looked a...

Alright... Small update. I have just been kind of fitting things and making small adjustments with the slant top and doors. In the coming weeks, it would be nice to shoot some coats on paint on the hatch, tailgate, plus doors and roll with it for a while. In complete honestly, I rather enjoy...

I actually towed it home on a deckover trailer... It was only about 40 miles. It doesn't even have working brakes, plus I have no idea the condition of the engine, trans, transfer case, hubs, etc. Since it will be my daily driver, I prefer to go through each individual system before even driving it.

New update: Well, it has been an absolute crazy 3 days of running around, with my head cut off. After having it surgically reattached, I can now continue to press on. In my other thread, I mentioned that I finished a trade deal for a slantback kit. It is intended to stay with my personal truck...

Alright... Small update for this truck, then I will continue with the other thread. Well, the trade deal is done. Although, I had an idea that I passed along and was hoping the seller might accept. Instead of trading my recently finished M998, I was able to trade my project 1994 M998A1 roller...

This might be the last set of updates for the M998. I'd appreciate any thoughts, as I keep mulling it all over in my head. First. I may have a trade offer for the 1990 M998. It will require that I put up some cash (~2k, but I will keep my wheels and 2 man top/doors kit, for a later build. The...

Since, it is early on a Sunday, here comes a follow up. Funny enough, when I sell my trucks, I enjoy being able to link someone to the thread. It gives them a chance to read over the entire journey. I guess these are moreso journals for me and being able to look back upon them usually makes me...

Okay... I've decide to create a thread for the M1123, mostly to keep the different project threads clean. This is an 11/99 (2000) M1123 that I found pretty much left for dead. The engine/transmission/transfer case were all about to be gutted and it just needed to be saved. When we were buying...

Update: 2/2/24. Alright... I wanted to give an update on my thread. First off, I have enjoyed my Humvee adventures so far and feel like I'd like to stay with the platform. Second, I have just put over 1000 miles on the M998 and the engine really feels good. I pretty much just feed it diesel and...

Mostly a fun update... I awoke this morning and saw some fresh snow. Decided that I would take it for a spin, but ended up on a little drive. Gotta be quite honest, the handling characteristics are a little interesting. Even before I went into the mountains, I had already gained some...

Okay... Update. I was going to start sourcing parts to fix it myself, but the ears have multiple fine hair line cracks and I've decided to take another route. A local builder, who has been awesome to me, sold me a good tested unit for not wildly much more than I could rebuild one for. So, I took...

Well, another day of fun. Yesterday, I got up early, went into work, so I could take out the alternator. The local shop had quoted me around $200(which is more than I have ever paid to repair any alternator), but I really wanted a sufficient charging system. Sadly, the local generator company...

Just a little to report these days... I am chasing the constant running fan situation at the moment. To be quite honest, the entire system will be gone through soon enough. But, it will take some troubleshooting time. I decided to remove the troop seats, for the moment. Unsure, if it will be a...

So... Fun update. I was working on the truck, put the former A pillar bracket for the soft top on. I wish it glided through a bit better, but it is just a top. They are easily replaceable, if it just sits on my brain forever. The little DOT turnbuckles arrived. Trying to decide whether to tap...

Well, after filling up the transmission again, the truck wanted to drive. I just took it down the street, to inspect the recent work. Over the next few weeks, I will do more, so I can feel better about longer distances. Much appreciated, to all for your patience. Sometimes, I can get ahead of...

Thanks, for the replies everyone. Yesterday wasn't really meant to be the day that it drove. I just figured that I would see if it wanted to go. That being said, there are plenty of things to verify before throwing my hands up in the air. The transmission shift linkage was already hooked up and...

No and no... To be quite honest, I have been fighting the sun each day for time. Me and time have this thing, but that is for another day. Now that I am home, relaxed, gathered, I want to prep for another day. You are correct, there are several things to go over, before I just take a break. I...