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I have this issue: If I drive my truck for a while, then make a pit-stop somewhere, say for about 20 minutes, then try to start again (when the glow plugs don't fire up), it gives me trouble. It's worse when the outside temp is 35 or up. I have installed the push-button (which works) but it...

When I start my M1009, sometimes the engine hsa to turn over several times before it fires up. Usually, we're talking in a range of 2-3 seconds. Sometimes though, it can be 5-6 seconds. Weird thing is, when I first start the truck in the morning, It will fire right up. But if I go to the grocery...

Just wrapped up my tint work and putting a mat down on my floorboard. Piece by piece this is becoming an acceptable CUCV. Anyone got any cool ideas/ mods for the inside? I'm dying to get my hands on a swing-away tire carrier and I'm about to purchase a new hitch.

Currently personalizing my M1009 (new paint job, tint, go to **** bags etc) and am taking inventory of things I need to fix in the long-term. One is rust on the floor board. There's a few spots where it's eaten through and a patch where it's still on the surface. Given it's on the floorboard, in...

I'll start this off by saying that this is my last resort because I know I'll probably get hammered for asking a common question or missing something stupid. However, I would really like it if i could get my M1009 to start. The second thing is, I have followed to TM/threads as best as I can with...

Decided to rattle-can my M1009. I've done quite a bit of this with my combat gear, but nothing so big as this! I like the results. Best part is, in six months, when I come up with a new idea, I can do it all over again! Probably cost me 100 bucks total, including the gear to sand it down with...

My M1009 was converted to 12V before I purchased it. The Gen2 light has never worked, and the needle on the Voltmeter wavers slightly when I turn on the batteries but that's it. I've found some literature on this site about changing bulbs and relays etc, but my question is this: Would the...

I know there's plenty of posts about hard starting in the cold, but none that exactly matched up to my issue. Starting off. GP, GP relay and batteries are all in working order. I ONLY have issues when it dips below 20 degrees (usually down to -10). If it's warmer than that, or I park in the...

Looking to buy some toys in the near future that will require a trailer. Is there a particular hitch that fits the M1009. And what is the cost/ length of time required to install? Thanks!

As you can see from my profile pic, my CUCV is blue and while it's not the worst looking thing in the world, I'm tired of looking at it and ready to initiate the process of getting it back to a nice Army color. Obviously my first step is undoing this paintjob. I've never attempted anything like...

I've seen a few threads but can't find one directly related to my situation. In live in Alaska and recently the temprature has really plummeted. This morning when I left for work it was -16. Since it's started to get so cold, my truck has started pumping out a lot of white smoke. I see plenty of...

Working my way through the issues with my M1009, all fairly minor (so far). Next up is the loose steering. It's not awful, and I drive about fifteen miles on the highway everyday with no issues, but with winter hitting, I'm driving on ice a lot more and would prefer some tighter control. It...

Glow Plug help I've been having a **** of a time getting my M1009 started in the cold. A mechanic friend of mine says that I probably need to replace some Glow Plugs. I'm reading a lot on here about controller cards and resistors. Does anyone know of a good video where I could learn about this...

So, I fixed one problem (replacing the windshield wiper motor) just in time for something else to break, my hood release. I'm almost certain that the wire attached to the locking mechanism snapped. Anyone know a way to get that hood up or off? Thanks guys!

Working my way through some small repairs on my vehicle. My floorboard has some rust issues, nothing major, just a few holes scattered about. The biggest one is about the size of a quarter. I've read some methods on the internet for repairing such holes using fiberglass puddy. Has anyone out...

I recently purchased a '85 M1009 and I absolutely love the truck! However, when I read forums and blogs, it seems that most guys get 18-25 mpg. I get around 13-15. Granted I do commute part of the way up a mountain each day (I live in Chugiak, Alaska), but I wouldn't think that could account for...

I moved to Alaska and purchased a CUC-V for weekend fun in the mountains. I'm not much of a car-guy, but I'm determined to learn this vehicle so I can maintain it all on my own. I've downloaded the TM's, but does anyone know of a link that has a walkthrough for changing all the various fluids...