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  1. yorkgulch2

    VIN number location on FRAME of m656

    I need to locate the FRAME VIN number on a M656 in order to get it titled. The dash plate vin will not suffice. Does anyone know where it is located? Thanks Craig
  2. yorkgulch2

    Lockrite and front disk brakes for m37

    I am looking for a lockrite and front disk brakes for m37 or entire front axle with the lockride and disk brakes. I have called/emailed several vendors but they don't have the locker in stock and don't return calls/emails.
  3. yorkgulch2

    m35a3 rims ok for 395/85 20 goodyear mv/t?

    I know this up before but I can't find it in a search. Are the m35a3 rims a correct lip for the 395/85 20 goodyear mv/t?
  4. yorkgulch2

    5 ton mf power steering pump on m35a2

    Does the 5 ton mf power steering pump mount on the front plate of the m35a2 fuel pump/density compensator? Would it produce enough pressure to lift a snow plow?
  5. yorkgulch2

    Autocar pto/dump on Deuce info needed

    Don't know where to put this, but since the plan is to put the parts on my m35a2. I thought I would try this forum. I have a chance to buy a 1970??? Autocar 4x4 tractmaster (allwheel drive) with pto, 10 ft dump and plow. Drivers side rear (planetary??) axle shaft is broke. Would like to put...
  6. yorkgulch2

    m37 tranfercase - no 4x4

    The 4wd went out in my m37 while plowing. It was popping out of 4x4 for some time before it went. I still have rear wheel drive. I am going to jack up the rear today put it in gear and see what output shafts still turn. It is not grinding any gears that I can hear and the linkages are still...
  7. yorkgulch2

    new or NOS m37 gas tank or substitute

    I pulled my m37 gas tank yesterday to clean it and it is so rusty and has been patched so many times I decided I need to replace it. I checked my vpw catalog and they don't list a replacement tank. Does anyone else make one? It does not have to be stock as the rest of the drive train was...
  8. yorkgulch2

    unable to contact John Hoffmeier, Strasburg, CO

    I am running an add that John Hoffmeier, Strasburg, CO resonded to but his email and pm don't seem to work. Does any one know how I can contact him. Answer to his question is Yes I still have the tires. yorkgulch@gmail.com
  9. yorkgulch2

    Air-o-matic part info needed

    I installed most of the Air-o-matic steering assist yesterday but seem to be missing one or 2 items and have no pictures showing these parts or a completed install. I did a search but didn't find what I was looking for. I am missing the bolt and bushings that let the air assist cylinder...
  10. yorkgulch2

    solargizer quantity on deuce

    I noticed in previous posts that people are putting more than one solargizer on their deuce's and 5 tons. I installed one but would like to install a second one to up the input as my batteries need the most help in the winter when we have the least sunlight These are the ones from Ted's...
  11. yorkgulch2

    whats a m35 rust free bed with top worth

    I have a m35a2 rust free bed with camo 1 piece top and troop seats with the composite boards (need a couple more for the side rails). What is it worth? Am I better off to try and trade for a flat bed? It is still on the truck and would have to be removed or delivered a short distance. I should...
  12. yorkgulch2

    Snow plow recommendations

    I tried a search but did not find much. Other than a stock deuce plow setup, has anyone found a relatively easy to mount civilian plow and mount combo that fits the M35a2 w/w? I am looking for about a 10 ft plow and hopefully the attachments to put it on the deuce with. If I start now I will...
  13. yorkgulch2

    395/85R20 on 10 inch rims with internal bead lock

    I finally got the 395/85r20's mounted on the rims and got the fronts mounted. Will try to get the rears done today. Tools: 1/2 inch impact, 4 ft. pry bar, 20 inch pry bar, rachet strap to colapse the bead lock, 2 bottle jacks, 2 gallons of true goo, torque wrench, silicone, 5 gallon bucket to...
  14. yorkgulch2

    m35 or m34

    I am going to see if I can make a deal on a truck advertised as an m35 but the hubs are flipped like an m34 and it looks like it is running singles. Are there any differences besides the flipped hubs The guy doesnt know much about it but thinks it was that way out of the military. Will it...
  15. yorkgulch2

    balancing tires with ball bearings?

    I know this has already been discussed in posts but I can't find it with a search. My 2 piece tubless wheels are coming in and I plan to use 20-22oz of 1/4 inch ball bearings loose in each tire to balance them. Is there a heat or wear problem with steel? I noticed the balancing material for...
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    mod pristene m35a2 w/w or trade/buy m275 comments?? trades??

    I have a 1966 Reo m35 with 8,000 on a depot rebuild in 1991 - new 465 d, axles rebuilt, od trans rebuilt, air shift transfer rebuilt. No rust camo w/camo 1piece cover. Problem is I want to modify it or preferably a m275 with the shorter wheelbase. There is one on ebay now but the guy wants...
  17. yorkgulch2

    wheel back spacing

    I just bought a set of 395/85r20 goodyear mvt tires and am going to order wheels next. I know there was a thread that addressed minimum backspacing on 10 and 11 ich wide wheels but I can't seem to find it with a search. What is the minimum backspacing for the front wheels with 10 inch rims...
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