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Hello, I may or may not have an overcharging alternator problem? I say that, because months ago I did. I hoping I got the the issue resolved? I am not sure because the voltmeter fluctuates some. The CUCV isn't a DD. I am driving more now as weather is warming up for my outdoor fun. A...

Hello, I suspect my IP is dying or dead. Been having a nagging issue of lose of power. I replaced electric lift pump and inline filter, and replaced spin on filter. Fuel looks clean nothing odd. Recently I can't get any fuel coming from injectors. Which leads me to IP Pump going bad...

I did a short weekend trip to North Alabama for the Huntsville Hamfest, about 100 miles away. The CUCV M1009 started having issues one after another. It started having loss of power issues, and struggles on hills. The charging system is over charging Fried my DC inverter (which was off)...

I have a few questions concerning the fuel tank and sending unit for a M1009. I recently had fuel starving issues and power lose. I hope I have issues fixed with electric fuel pump replacement? At some point I need to drop the tank. A future project, and I want to prepare for that time. I...

With my recent fan clutch issue. During research I discovered this page concerning the cooling system on 6.2 and 6.5 diesel. Seems they don't have good reputation. It was good information for me. Thought I would share. For others this is old news. Link...

Today I went on a 35 mile trip. As I arrived I starting noticing lose of power. At the time no big deal. Last time I had that issue I replaced fuel filter and I was good. On the way home I noticed another issue a periodic roaring sound. A roaring sound almost like when air filter is off...

Hey, How hard is it to remove the fuse panel inside the truck? I am currently having an issue with front battery not charging. As per a post from Warthog on this thread; http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?139456-Front-Battery-not-charging-Alternator-tests-good I discovered my heater...

Hello, I have a stock 24 volt M1009. I am wanting to add a 3rd battery for 12 volt accessories, and HAM radios. I need some advice concerning connection. I have created a spot for deep cycle battery. I am looking at a 200 amp Cole Hersee #48162 to be exact. The hookup seems better...

Hello, I am looking for a good flex flare wrench for the injector lines. I found one on Amazon but it got a bad review concerning tight spaces on a 6.5 I figured I would ask. Rather than buy something that doesn't work well. Thank You, stationjj

Hello, I am looking to add a digital volt meter to my CUCV. This is what I think know and researched. The CUCVS are 24 VDC, but you need something that can handle over 24 VDC. With the engine running the electrical system will be around 28 VDC. Is this correct? I found a digital voltmeter...

Hello, I would like to get input on spare parts we should consider for backup. The CUCVs are 30 years old and certain parts are getting harder to find or price increase. For Example a few years ago when John still operated CUCV Electric I bought spare GP cards for $45. Now the cost is higher...

I bought my M1009 about 2 years ago. It always got a good solid firm shifting. Hard but not a real hard shift. Last week I developed a hard very late shifting issue. My vacuum pump seemed good. Pressure around 22. SO I replaced the Modulator, and it helped some. After some research on SS...

Hello, I have owned a M1009 for almost 3 years now. I love my CUCV for my outdoor activities. I have been doing some brain storming concerning the rear seat. I want some input. I enjoy my outdoor activities. Most of the time I haul 2 humans and a few dogs. The dogs are 1 large breed (Lab)...

I live in the Middle Tennessee area. The Temps are way below average of this part of the US. Many other owners are used to the cold weather. In the midsouth its been over 10 years since we have hit single digits temps It was a great time to see how my CUCV reacted. At 12pm the temp was 8.4...

After reading several post on here concerning the headlight circuit. I ordered the LMC harness. Installing the harness has been covered before on here and I read several posts. The install isn't that hard, even for a beginner in auto electric like myself. Everything seems to work great. I...

Has anyone seen or own a Rampage Trail can? I found them very neat and good fit for my M1009. From the outside they look like almost identical to your normal Metal jerry can, but open up as a tool box. I found it on amazon for $78. They are red. I would like Olive green, maybe some olive green...

I have a wait light issue. The wait light will flicker and stay on briefly. I always thought it was some sort of loose connection or a short. A few months ago when I pulled my dash to inspect and clean the cluster lights I thought I had it fixed. Then it started flickering again. Here...

Hey, In my part of the country we have been getting a ton of rain. I actually saw the sun for a few hours today in over a week. Anyway I noticed that I have water leaking under my dash. It is right where the GP controller Card modules attaches. I checked under the dash, but I couldn't...

Hello, Today it has come to my attention that the part number I have been posting for the speedo cable may not be correct. Thank You baldyviewdesignlab. In a previous post http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?99005-Replacement-Speedometer. I have given you part number #25032661. I...

A few months ago I had to replace my speedometer and Speedo cable. Speedometer from LMC and I found a speedo cable on Ebay that stated it fits a CUCV. The speedo cable fit perfectly and works. GM Part Number #25032661. I did notice the reading from the Speedometer vs GPS aren't exact. What...